Government Affairs Associate

Washington, District of Columbia, United States Neros is a defense technology company rebuilding America’s drone industrial base. We design and manufacture high-performance unmanned systems that are tested in combat, iterated at startup speed, and built at massive scale. Our team culture is fast, hands-on, and obsessed with closing the gap between design and deployment. As drones transform the character of warfare, Neros is delivering the systems the West needs to compete on the modern battlefield and deter the adversaries of democracy. We’re hiring engineers, operators, and builders who want to move fast, take on extreme ownership, and get capability into the hands of warfighters in months, not years. What you will be doing As the Government Affairs Associate, you will assist the Government team in navigating the complex budgetary, regulatory, and policy landscape that affects the company's operations and vision. This role supports identifying and providing analysis to leadership on the federal budget process, leverages existing relationships within the different branches of government, and has ownership of compliance-related operations of the Neros PAC. You should have the following 3+ years experience in monitoring federal strategy, or related fields Experience working in high-intensity environments Ability to work closely with leadership in rapid iteration cycles Exceptional communication skills with military and civilian stakeholders Knowledge of the U.S. defense ecosystem, including DoD procurement, Congressional appropriations, and national security policy Ability to translate complex technical issues into compelling policy narratives Understanding of Political Action Committees Nice to have Prior government or military experience Proven track record monitoring DoD contracts Active TS/SCI clearance, or ability to obtain one Experience engaging with the government or military stakeholders US Salary Range $80,000 - $130,000 USD The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are considered part of Neros' total compensation package. We’re an equal opportunity employer. We welcome all applicants without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. #J-18808-Ljbffr