# Legislative Affairs Director

Hiring organization: [AeroVironment](https://career.thegoodapps.co/organizations/aerovironment)

Canonical page: https://career.thegoodapps.co/jobs/83d163e5-3a1f-4fc3-b0b8-acd0c0d0b962

Listed on AeroVironment's own careers site. Applications go to them directly.

- Employment type: full time
- Seniority: Senior
- Location: Arlington, VA
- Salary: 145000 – 221250 USD per year

## Summary

This role leads congressional advocacy and government relations for an aerospace defense contractor, developing strategy to secure funding and protect programs with Congress. It suits experienced professionals with deep knowledge of defense budgets, congressional processes, and government procurement who can represent a company's interests at senior levels of government.

_Our summary, not AeroVironment's wording._

## Required

- Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience
- 12+ years in aerospace or national defense
- 5+ years in congressional activities
- Understanding of Department of Defense resource allocation
- Understanding of congressional oversight processes
- Expert knowledge of government proposal and program requirements
- Knowledge of international procurements
- Understanding of regulatory requirements for US government programs and international sales
- U.S. citizenship
- TS/SCI security clearance

## Nice to have

- Advanced degree (MBA or MS)
- Excellent written and verbal communication
- Cross-functional team experience
- Ability to perform in rapidly growing organization
- Strong initiative and drive
- Visionary thinking and adaptability
- Leadership and motivation abilities
- Commitment to continuous improvement
- Teamwork focus

Apply on AeroVironment's site: https://avav.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/AVAV/job/Arlington-VA/Legislative-Affairs-Director_8015