Hiring: Government Relations Lead Company: Rocketdyne Location: Washington DC-Baltimore Area Job Posted Time: 2026-09-12 13:57:32 About the job Experience: •Strong written and verbal communication skills. •Understanding of the Congressional authorization and appropriations processes •Knowledge of U.S. national security, space, defense, and aerospace policy •Business development strategy communications program leadership legal and compliance Required Skills: •Develop and execute government relations strategies aligned with Rocketdyne’s business objectives, growth priorities, and strategic initiatives. •Build and maintain relationships with Congressional offices, committees, federal agencies, and other key government stakeholders. •Represent and advocate for Rocketdyne priorities with policymakers and government stakeholders. •Monitor and analyze legislative, budgetary, regulatory, and policy developments affecting Rocketdyne and the broader aerospace, defense, and space markets. •Support engagement with the Department of Defense, U.S. Space Force, NASA, and other relevant federal agencies. •Partner with Business Development, Strategy, Communications, and business leadership to align government engagement with key pursuits, programs, and growth priorities. •Develop briefing materials, talking points, position papers, and executive-level materials for meetings with government stakeholders. •Support Congressional engagement related to authorizations, appropriations, and other legislative priorities. Qualifications: •Bachelor's Degree with 6 years prior experience, Graduate Degree with 4 years prior experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 10 years of prior related experience. Compensation: •$150,000 - $210,000 / year Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!