Loft Federal · 3 months ago
Director of Government Affairs
Washington, D.C.
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$180K/yr - $240K/yr
15+ years expLoft Federal is committed to delivering the U.S. national security space community a fast, affordable, and streamlined pathway to orbit. The Director of Government Affairs will lead the external engagement strategy across the U.S. Government and national security space stakeholders, focusing on policy, funding, and acquisition processes.
AerospaceInformation TechnologyManufacturing
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Lead the development and execution of Loft Federal's government affairs strategy, with a focus on national security space policy, funding, and acquisition reform
Monitor, analyze, and influence legislation, policy, and regulatory initiatives relevant to defense space operations, commercial integration, and secure government communications
Shape policy positions on FOCI mitigation, classified program access, and technology export controls
Serve as the primary interface to Congress (e.g., SASC, HASC, appropriations committees), DoD DMV offices (e.g., SAF/SQ, USSF, SDA), and IC elements (e.g., NRO, NGA)
Develop and maintain trusted relationships with senior military, civilian, and legislative stakeholders
Advocate for Loft Federal's capabilities in emerging program elements, new-start initiatives, and RDT&E funding
Represent Loft Federal in key industry and government forums (e.g., NDIA, AIA, SSCI, NSSA)
Provide strategic guidance to capture, engineering, and executive teams on aligning capabilities with DoD/IC mission needs
Review the CBJB, R-Forms, P-Forms, NDAA, and appropriations language to identify opportunities for Loft Federal and provide reporting back to the executive team to influence strategy and resourcing
Support proposal development and positioning efforts by translating policy and funding insights into actionable business strategies
Coordinate with security, legal, and compliance functions to ensure alignment with ITAR, FOCI, and classified engagement protocols
Qualification
Required
15+ years of experience in U.S. Government relations, defense policy, or national security legislative affairs
In-depth understanding of DoD and IC space acquisition, funding, and requirements processes
Demonstrated success shaping policy and engaging with senior government stakeholders in classified or national security domains
Excellent interpersonal, written, and briefing skills
U.S. citizenship and the ability to maintain a Top Secret/SCI clearance
Prior experience supporting a FOCI-mitigated entity or working in a non-traditional defense or dual-use technology company
Deep understanding of U.S. Space Force, NRO, and joint acquisition pathways
Strong network across Congressional staff, DoD/IC acquisition organizations, and strategic industry coalitions
Benefits
Competitive salary and benefits package
Company
Loft Federal
Loft Federal is a manufacturer of aerospace and defense products.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase