Radiant · 11 hours ago
Federal Business Development Associate
Washington, District of Columbia, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expRadiant is an El Segundo-based startup focused on developing portable nuclear microreactors. They are seeking a Federal Business Development Associate to drive government sales, build strategic relationships, and support contract execution for their innovative energy solutions.
Clean EnergyEnergyEnergy EfficiencyRenewable Energy
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Pursue and capture new opportunities for federal sales of mobile microreactors
Research administration and military organizational charts, services, Combatant Commands (COCOMs), and related structures to inform strategic outreach
Develop comprehensive stakeholder maps for key military and government customers, identifying decision-makers, influencers, and partnership opportunities
Execute detailed engagement plans, including preparing presentation materials, meeting agendas, and briefing documents to support Radiant's business objectives
Coordinate high-level briefings with government and military stakeholders, including follow-up and relationship management
Support and coordinate contract execution and delivery
Collaborate with Radiant's leadership team to refine strategies and mitigate risks in government interactions
Draft high quality proposals and memos for government customers
Qualification
Required
Minimum of three years working within or with U.S. federal organizations
Strong understanding of U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) and other executive branch structures, protocols, and operations
Experience working with engineering teams as well as technical concepts and content
Excellent writing, communication, and research skills
U.S. citizenship required due to the nature of government-related work; eligibility for security clearance is a plus
Working onsite at our Washington, DC office
You may be asked to work extended hours or weekends occasionally to support project goals
Preferred
Government business development experience
Military Flag or General Officer staff experience
Experience in government affairs, defense contracting, or business development within the energy or technology sectors
Familiarity with nuclear energy, clean tech, or DoD procurement processes
Prior internship or work experience in a startup or high-growth environment
Benefits
Stock: Substantial incentive stock plan for all full-time employees.
Medical: 100% premium coverage for base Silver level plan for employee + 50% premium coverage for dependents. Platinum plans available.
One Medical: Sponsored memberships for eligible employees and their dependents.
Vision: 100% premium coverage for top tier plan + 50% for dependents.
Dental: 100% premium coverage for top tier plan (including orthodontia) + 50% for dependents.
Voluntary life, accident, hospital, critical illness, commuter and FSA/HSA are offered as employee contributed benefits.
8-weeks of paid parental leave for all parents. Additional paid pregnancy leave for CA employees.
Daily catered lunch. Free snacks and drinks.
Flexible PTO policy. Remote workday allocation.
Company and team-bonding events, happy hours and in-person camaraderie.
Company
Radiant
Radiant develops portable nuclear microreactors designed to generate electricity and heat in a compact, factory-built form.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$518.82MKey Investors
Andreessen HorowitzUnion Square Ventures
2025-12-17Series D· $300M
2024-11-14Series C· $165M
2023-04-18Series B· $40M
Leadership Team
Doug Bernauer
Chief Executive Officer
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