Location

Washington, D.C.

Job Description

We are seeking a senior executive with exceptional government relationships and credibility to serve as our Head of Sales. Reporting directly to the CEO, you will lead our global sales organization while serving as the face of Rhombus at the highest levels of the Department of Defense, Intelligence Community, and international defense markets. This role requires a unique combination of strategic sales leadership and executive relationship management, with significant emphasis on opening doors, representing the company at key industry events, and leveraging senior-level networks to accelerate pipeline development. You will oversee two VPs of Sales while spending substantial time working the Hill, engaging with policy stakeholders, attending conferences, and building relationships with flag officers, SES executives, and international defense leaders. This position is based in Washington, D.C. and requires extensive travel.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the Face of Rhombus: Represent Rhombus at industry conferences, networking events, Hill engagements, and policy forums, building brand awareness and credibility with senior government and military leadership.
• Leverage Senior-Level Relationships: Open doors and facilitate introductions with 3-star and 4-star flag officers, SES-3 and above civilian executives, Program Executive Officers (PEOs), and equivalent international defense officials across DoD, IC, and allied nations.
• Lead Global Sales Organization: Oversee all sales operations including US Government and international sales, managing VPs of Sales and ensuring alignment on strategy, pipeline development, and revenue targets.
• Drive Strategic Deal Execution: Serve as executive sponsor on large strategic opportunities ($5M+), navigating complex government procurement processes and leveraging senior relationships to advance deals through lengthy sales cycles.
• Work Policy and Government Relations: Engage with Congressional staff, policy offices, and government affairs stakeholders to position Rhombus favorably within defense and intelligence communities.
• Coordinate with CEO on Strategic Accounts: Partner closely with the CEO on highest-priority accounts, executive engagement strategy, and key customer relationships that require founder-level involvement.
• Build and Scale DC Sales Operations: Support the growth of the D.C.-based sales team from current state to 20-30 people over the next 18 months, ensuring the team has senior-level air cover and access needed to close major programs.
• Accelerate International Sales: Leverage relationships with allied and partner nation defense officials to open doors for the international sales team, supporting expansion of our off-the-shelf OSINT offering.
• Navigate Complex Procurement Environments: Provide strategic guidance on major government procurements, competitive protests, and multi-year program opportunities, drawing on deep understanding of FAR, DFARS, and IC contracting vehicles.
• Report on Sales Performance and Pipeline Health: Deliver regular updates to CEO and executive leadership on pipeline development, relationship-building progress, major opportunity status, and sales team performance.

Qualifications

• Retired 3-star or 4-star military officer, SES-3 or above civilian executive, or equivalent senior government official with 20-30 years of DoD/IC career experience.
• Deep, active network across DoD and Intelligence Community: Established relationships with flag officers, SES executives, PEOs, and senior defense officials across multiple agencies and commands.
• 5-10 years post-retirement experience in defense technology sales leadership, with proven track record closing $100M+ in cumulative government contracts at enterprise software or defense technology companies.
• Executive presence and relationship management: Natural ability to work a room, build rapport with senior officials, and represent the company with credibility at the highest levels of government and military leadership.
• International defense relationships preferred: Existing connections with allied and partner nation defense officials (Five Eyes, NATO, Pacific allies) is a strong plus.
• Understanding of complex government sales: Deep knowledge of government procurement processes, competitive dynamics, and strategies for winning large ($10M+) multi-year programs.
• TS/SCI security clearance: Active clearance required, or ability to immediately reactivate clearance.
• Washington, D.C. based: Must be located in D.C./Northern Virginia area with willingness to travel extensively (50%+) for conferences, customer meetings, and international engagements.
• Comfortable with distributed leadership model: Ability to provide strategic direction and executive air cover to VPs of Sales while focusing personal time on relationship building and door opening at senior levels.
• Scaling experience: Experience building or contributing to growth of defense technology companies from $50M to $500M+ in revenue.

Salary Range

• The estimated base salary range for this position is $180,000 to $260,000/year

Benefits 

• Full medical, dental, vision coverage for employee and dependents 
• 401k matching program 
• PTO and Holidays 
• Bonus and other incentive programs
• Access to mental health program
• Access to Flexible Spending Accounts for Health Care, Dependent and Commuter

About Rhombus 

Rhombus Power Inc. (Rhombus) is a startup located in the heart of Silicon Valley at Stanford Research Park in Palo Alto.  We use cutting-edge cross-disciplinary approaches to solve pressing Big Data and Sensing problems in security, energy, and healthcare. Our advisory board includes two Nobel Laureates and a Draper Prize winner. 

Rhombus compensates, motivates, and develops employees, who are trusted, empowered, and involved. Employees have clear roles and expectations – and their roles are flexible enough to move at the speed of innovation in order to meet and exceed client expectations. We have a unique culture of global purpose, rooted in the innovation and progress of Silicon Valley. 

Rhombus knows that diversity is a condition for success. We are committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. 

Vast is looking for a Director, Government Affairs and National Security Programs, reporting to the Vice President of Government Affairs, to support the development of the systems that will be required for the design and build of artificial-gravity human-rated space stations. 

They will lead and expand the company’s engagement with the U.S. Department of Defense and associated national security stakeholders. This role will drive policy, partnership, and advocacy strategies to advance Vast’s initiatives to launch and operate the world’s leading commercial space stations in support of both civil and national security space objectives.

This will be a full-time, exempt position located in our Washington D.C. location.

Responsibilities:

• Strategic Leadership
  
  • Develop and execute a comprehensive DoD and national security engagement strategy aligned with Vast’s government affairs and policy objectives.
    Collaborate across internal teams including Legal, Programs, Engineering, and Business Development to align advocacy efforts with mission and programmatic priorities.
• DoD and Interagency Engagement
  
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with key offices within the Department of Defense, U.S. Space Force, Air Force, Space Development Agency (SDA), Defense Innovation Unit (DIU), and other defense-related organizations.
    Engage with relevant Congressional committees and staff, particularly those overseeing defense, space, and appropriations matters.
    Coordinate with the National SecurityCouncil (NSC), Office of Management and Budget (OMB), and others in the Executive Office of the President (EOP) when cross-agency alignment is required.
• Policy and Advocacy
  
  • Monitor, analyze, and interpret U.S. defense and national security policy, legislation, and appropriations developments impacting commercial space capabilities.
  • Prepare policy briefs, talking points, and legislative summaries to inform internal leadership and support strategic decision-making.
  • Develop recommendations and written submissions for defense-related requests for information (RFIs), trade reports, and industry-government engagements.
• Program and Partnership Support
  
  • Collaborate with Vast’s business development team to support DoD-related contracting opportunities, cooperative agreements, and partnerships.
  • Identify emerging defense needs where Vast’s commercial capabilities can contribute to resilience, mission assurance, and space domain awareness objectives.
  • Provide policy support for defense-related technology initiatives, security reviews, and regulatory engagement.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 6+ years of professional experience in government affairs and/or relevant experience.

Preferred Skills & Experience:

• Experience working on DOD space programs and policies.
• Experience with government contracting and government procurement.
• Experience with Congressional appropriations and the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) process.
• Proven ability to adapt to rapidly changing priorities and schedules with ease and grace.
• Ability to simplify complex concepts into straightforward and concise explanations.
• Comfortable operating outside of areas of expertise and in new territory.
• Excellent communication, analytical, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.
• Self-starter with excellent time-management and prioritization skills.

Additional Requirements:

• Ability to travel up to 25% of the time.
• Ability to obtain appropriate security clearance to support DOD space programs.

ABOUT THE JOB

The ACLU seeks applicants for the full-time position of Director, National Campaigns, Abuse of Power in the National Political Advocacy Department of the ACLU’s National office in Washington, D.C. This is a hybrid role that has in-office requirements of two (2) days per week or eight (8) days per month.    

The National Political Advocacy Department builds power to achieve an accountable, representative democracy. We have ambitious goals across Reproductive Freedom, Democracy and Voting Rights, Systemic Equality, Immigration, Trans Justice, Criminal Justice and other core issues in order to protect and expand civil rights and civil liberties, and advance the freedom, equality, ability to prosper, and humanity of all People. 

Our department conducts analysis, develops policy, crafts world class campaigns and situates the ACLU to have impact across legislative, administrative, and electoral levers. We are policy experts, lawyers, community organizers, lobbyists, campaign strategists, electoral specialists, program managers and more. We partner across the ACLU to drive national efforts, and support and amplify the priorities of our affiliates. We work to center principles of equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging in our approach. 

WHAT YOU'LL DO 

The Director, National Campaigns, Abuse of Power will report to the Senior Director, National Campaigns. 

YOUR DAY TO DAY

• Work closely with Divisions within NPAD, including Policy & Government Affairs and Organizing, and ACLU affiliates to chart the course for the ACLU’s abuse of power portfolio, and other civil rights and civil liberties issues-related federal campaigns within the National Political Advocacy Department  
• Support and consult with the State Campaigns Division and ACLU affiliates on identifying and executing on civil rights and civil liberties issues-related, state-based campaigns to the extent that they overlap with federal/national campaigns 
• Lead a cross-functional team charged with developing campaign goals, strategies, and budgets to reach political/policy outcomes   
• Responsible for achieving legislative and administrative victories that advance civil rights and civil liberties issues at the national/federal level, while building the ACLU’s power  
• Identify areas of work that should be prioritized by the team, as well as campaigns and initiatives in response to unexpected, significant developments  
• In partnership with Policy & Government Affairs, develop and maintain relationships with key allies and partner organizations to further political advocacy goals  
• Drive campaign interventions that leverage the political power wielded by the Department and the ACLU  
• Work with other departments across the ACLU, like Communications, Analytics, Legal etc. to develop comprehensive strategies to advance goals   
• Maintain big-picture awareness of emerging opportunities and challenges within the position’s purview  
• Support efforts to fundraise on behalf of the Department and the broader ACLU  
• Help develop staff capacity to work together collaboratively and grow issue expertise and campaign skills  
• Support efforts to recruit staff, and further strengthen the Department  
• May provide subject matter expertise, advice, and support to fellow colleagues in other Divisions as they develop and execute state/local campaigns in new and unfamiliar issue areas 
• Represent the department in internal and external context, as the leader of the specially designated campaign/programming  
• Demonstrate an ability to be flexible and adjust priorities as necessary in order to adapt to changing external environment     
• Engage in other leadership and management duties as assigned  
• Engage in special projects and other duties as assigned   
• This position requires flexibility in work schedule and location, including the ability to travel nationally as programming demands and work nontraditional hours  

FUTURE ACLU'ERS WILL 

• Be committed to advancing the mission of the ACLU
• Center and embed the principles of equity, inclusion and belonging in their work by demonstrating commitment to diversity with an approach that respects and values multiple perspectives
• Be committed to work collaboratively and respectfully toward resolving obstacles and conflicts

WHAT YOU'LL BRING

The ACLU seeks a highly-skilled and experienced individual who brings deep issue campaign experience and passion for civil rights and civil liberties issues. They will have a track record of designing campaign strategy and tactics and executing sophisticated campaign plans on a national scale. 

This leader will be experienced in leading legislative and administrative advocacy campaigns. They will be familiar with building, leading, and working within coalitions. The successful candidate will naturally connect and build strong relationships with others, demonstrating strong emotional intelligence and an ability to communicate clearly and persuasively. They will bring excellent research, writing, and analytical skills. The successful candidate will be comfortable representing the organization and bring public speaking experience. 

This leader will be effective working in a fast-paced environment, can handle multiple tasks simultaneously, is able to work efficiently and quickly, is reliable in their delivery against deadlines, and is composed under pressure. 

In terms of the performance and personal competencies required for the position, we would highlight the following:

Setting Strategy & Executing for Results 

• Proven track record in issue advocacy and/or electoral campaign experience at the national/federal level - campaign management experience strongly preferred. 
• Decisive in strategic planning but is aware of a changing environment and maintains a needed level of flexibility.   
• The vision and skills to create and articulate an inspiring vision for the Division. 
• The ability to set clear and challenging goals while committing the organization to improved performance; tenacious and accountable in driving results. 
• Comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty; capacity to adapt nimbly and lead others through complex situations. 
• A leader who is viewed by others as having a high degree of integrity and forethought in their approach to making decisions; acts in a transparent and consistent manner while always taking into account what is best for the organization. 
• Develop and manage budget to execute multi-tooled campaign plans.  

  Leading Teams 

• Demonstrated experience leading people and teams 
• The ability to motivate the team, attract and recruit, and retain top talent, delegate effectively, celebrate diversity within the team, and manage performance; widely viewed as a strong developer of others. 
• Able to persevere in the face of challenges and exhibit a steadfast resolve and relentless commitment to higher standards. 
• Self-reflective and aware of their own limitations; leads by example and drives the organization's performance with an attitude of continuous improvement by being open to feedback and self-improvement. 
• The willingness to make mistakes in pursuit of ambitious, game-changing goals, while possessing the ability to accept responsibility and learn from those mistakes with a sense of humor and humility.  

  Relationships and Influence 

• Outstanding relationship builder who uses influence effectively in a variety of settings, both within the organization and with external constituencies, including public officials, trade associations, and other relevant parties. 
• Ability to work in a matrixed and federated environment; strong conflict management skills; ability to bring consensus around a common purpose and deliver collaborative solutions. 
• Demonstrated commitment to working respectfully toward resolving obstacles and/or conflicts. 
• Skilled at advocacy, influence, and persuasion; able to convince others to act on information or recommendations based on compelling logic or common best interests. 
• Deep commitment to actively promoting the values and practices of diversity, equity, and inclusion, and further fostering an environment of belonging and trust. 
• Excellent emotional intelligence and ability to work closely and collaboratively with a wide range of people. 

COMPENSATION

WHY THE ACLU

For over 100 years, the ACLU has worked to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitution and laws of the United States. Whether it’s ending mass incarceration, achieving full equality for the LGBTQ+ community, establishing new privacy protections for our digital age, or preserving the right to vote or the right to have an abortion, the ACLU takes up the toughest civil liberties cases and issues to defend all people.

We know that great people make a great organization. We value our people and know that what we offer is essential not just their work, but to their overall well-being. 

At the ACLU, we offer a broad range of benefits, which include:

• Time away to focus on the things that matter with a generous paid time-off policy
• Focus on your well-being with comprehensive healthcare benefits (including medical, dental and vision coverage, parental leave, gender affirming care & fertility treatment)
• Plan for your retirement with 401k plan and employer match
• We support employee growth and development through annual professional development funds, internal professional development programs and workshops

OUR COMMITMENT TO ACCESSIBILITY, EQUITY, DIVERSITY & INCLUSION

Accessibility, equity, diversity and inclusion are core values of the ACLU and central to our work to advance liberty, equality, and justice for all. For us diversity, equity, accessibility, and inclusion are not just check-the-box activities, but a chance for us to make long-term meaningful change.  We are a community committed to learning and growth, humility and grace, transparency and accountability. We believe in a collective responsibility to create a culture of belonging for all people within our organization – one that respects and embraces difference; treats everyone equitably; and empowers our colleagues to do the best work possible. We are as committed to anti-oppression, anti-ableism, and anti-racism internally as we are externally. Because whether we’re in the courts or in the office, we believe ‘We the People’ means all of us.

With this commitment in mind, we strongly encourage applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, veteran status and record of arrest or conviction, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.    

The ACLU is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you are a qualified individual with a disability and need assistance applying online, please email benefits.hrdept@aclu.org. If you are selected for an interview, you will receive additional information regarding how to request an accommodation for the interview process.

The Department of Education has determined that employment in this position at the ACLU does not qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. 

CHAOS Industries is redefining modern defense with a multi-product portfolio that gives the ultimate advantage—domain dominance. The company's products are powered by Coherent Distributed Networks (CDN™), empowering warfighters, commercial air operators, and border protection teams to act faster, adapt rapidly, and stay ahead of evolving threats. 

CHAOS Industries was founded in 2022 and has raised a total of $1 billion in funding from leading investors, including 8VC, Accel, and Valor Equity Partners. The company is headquartered in Los Angeles, with offices in Washington, D.C., San Francisco, San Diego, Seattle, and London. For more information, please visit www.chaosinc.com.

Role Overview:

We are looking for a dynamic international government relations leader to build and manage relationships with U.S. government stakeholders responsible for security cooperation programs, arms transfer policy, export licensing, and export advocacy, including the Department of State (DOS), Department of Commerce (DOC), Office of the Under Secretary of War for Policy, Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA), and Defense Technology Security Administration (DTSA), as well as foreign embassies in Washington, DC. This leader will partner with international growth leads to develop and execute engagement strategies that expand our global pipeline and drive revenue growth.

Responsibilities:

• Partner closely with internal growth team leads to align government and international engagement strategies with CHAOS’ growth priorities and collaborate with legal partners to ensure successful navigation of export control compliance requirements.
• Lead engagements across the US government international sales ecosystem (e.g., DOS, DOC, DTSA, DSCA) to build awareness of CHAOS’ priority programs, address technology transfer requirements, and secure advocacy support through interagency approval processes.
• Provide strategic guidance to CHAOS leadership on best practices to navigate processes involving technology security and foreign disclosure, direct commercial sales, foreign military sales, and security cooperation assistance.
• Establish strategic relationships with key defense, political-military, and commercial officials in foreign embassies in Washington, DC to expand our opportunity pipeline.
• Represent CHAOS in key international defense and trade organizations.

Minimum Requirements:

• A University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 12 years prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 10 years’ experience.
• Active Security Clearance.
• Deep knowledge of U.S. government security and export advocacy processes, security cooperation, technology transfer processes, and export control laws.
• Minimum of 4-6 years working on issues related to international security affairs and security cooperation in the Department of War; regional security and arms transfer policy in the Department of State; and/or export policy in the Department of Commerce.

Preferred Requirements:

• Results-oriented self-starter who can operate flexibly and with enthusiasm in a fast-paced, collaborative work environment.
• Strong communications skills - both verbal and written.

Why CHAOS?

• Health Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision benefits 100% paid for by the company
• Additional benefits: 401k (+ 50% company match up to 6% of pay), FSA, HSA, life insurance, and more
• Our Perks: Free daily lunch, ‘No meeting Fridays’, unlimited PTO, casual dress code
• Compensation Components: Competitive base salaries, generous pre-IPO stock option grants, relocation assistance, and (coming soon!) annual bonuses
• Team Growth: 250 employees and counting across 5 global offices

The stated compensation range reflects only the targeted base compensation range and excludes additional earnings such as bonus, equity, and benefits. If your compensation requirements fall outside of the range, we still encourage you to apply. The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. 

Recruiting Agencies: CHAOS Industries does not accept unsolicited resumes or outreach. Unsolicited submissions will not be reviewed or compensated.

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The Director, Government Affairs position leads the organization’s engagement with federal, state, and local government entities. This role monitors legislative and regulatory developments, advocates for the organization’s priorities, and ensures compliance with relevant public-policy requirements. This is a remote position in Washington D.C.

Essential Functions

• Develop and implement government affairs strategies to advance organizational goals.
• Monitor legislative, regulatory, and political developments that impact the organization.
• Engage with legislators, regulators, government agencies, and their staff to advocate for the organization’s policy objectives.
• Build and maintain relationships with elected officials, policymakers, regulatory agencies, and external stakeholders.
• Lead the creation of policy positions, advocacy materials, and strategic recommendations for senior leadership.
• Oversee the drafting of policy briefs, position statements, comment letters, and related materials.
• Represent the organization at hearings, meetings, industry associations, and public forums.
• Provide regular briefings to executive leadership on the political landscape, strategic opportunities, and potential threats.
• Collaborate with internal teams to assess policy impacts and align advocacy efforts.
• Track, analyze, and report on policy trends and emerging issues.
• Ensure compliance with lobbying regulations, reporting requirements, and internal policies.
• Manage the AEVEX PAC to include ensuring compliance with FEC rules and all applicable laws, managing the PAC strategy, facilitating the PAC board and steering committee meetings, coordinating employee engagement and fundraising campaigns, and overseeing reporting and record keeping.
• Perform other duties as required.

Standard Essential Functions

• Regular and reliable attendance on a full time basis [or in accordance with posted schedule].
• Responsible for exhibiting professional behavior with both internal and external business associates that reflects positively on the company and is consistent with the company's policies and practices.
• Embodies AEVEX’s cultural values and aligns daily actions with department goals and company culture.

Qualifications and Competencies

• Security Clearance-Ability to obtain/maintain a Secret DoD clearance, U.S. Citizenship required.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and execute complex policy strategies.
• Strong understanding of legislative and regulatory processes.
• Strong ability to adapt to a rapidly changing operational landscape, maintaining focus and performance amid evolving goals and expectations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to build productive relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and research skills.

Education / Certifications

• Bachelor’s degree in public policy, political science, government, or related field.
• Master’s degree in public policy, law, business, or related field desired.

Experience

• 10+ years of experience in government affairs, public policy, legislative work, or regulatory engagement.
• Proven experience working with elected officials, policymakers, and industry coalitions.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties the employee is: Constantly required to sit, and to reach to use computers and other office equipment For the purpose of this summary, occasionally is used to represent up to 1/3 of the time given to the work day, frequently represents 1/3 to 2/3 of the time and constantly represents 2/3 or more of the time.

CHAOS Industries is redefining modern defense with a multi-product portfolio that gives the ultimate advantage—domain dominance. The company's products are powered by Coherent Distributed Networks (CDN™), empowering warfighters, commercial air operators, and border protection teams to act faster, adapt rapidly, and stay ahead of evolving threats. 

CHAOS Industries was founded in 2022 and has raised a total of $1 billion in funding from leading investors, including 8VC, Accel, and Valor Equity Partners. The company is headquartered in Los Angeles, with offices in Washington, D.C., San Francisco, San Diego, Seattle, and London. For more information, please visit www.chaosinc.com.

Role Overview:

We are looking for a strategic government relations leader to build and manage relationships with key stakeholders across the House of Representatives, while partnering with internal teams to advance our mission within the defense ecosystem. This individual will develop and execute a government affairs strategy focused on the House aligned to our core technologies, and lead engagement with stakeholders—including key Authorizations and Appropriations Committees—to advocate for policies, funding, and priorities that drive revenue.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate across the Growth team to develop and execute a comprehensive government relations strategy aligned to CHAOS’s key programs and core capabilities, with a focus on securing congressional support and funding.
• Lead CHAOS’ authorization and appropriations-focused government relations efforts in the Senate by identifying and advancing policy and funding opportunities.
• Build and maintain relationships with legislative stakeholders to influence policies, laws, and regulations that support CHAOS’s technologies and mission.
• Provide ongoing insight and guidance to program and executive teams on congressional activity, funding outlooks, and policy developments.
• Support political engagement strategy, including coordination with PAC-related efforts and attendance at key events.
• Represent CHAOS on Capitol Hill, including attending hearings, briefing congressional staff, and preparing leadership for testimony and external engagements. 

Minimum Requirements:

• A University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 12 years prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 10 years’ experience.
• Active Security Clearance.
• Understand the legislative branch and legislative processes associated with the annual appropriations cycle, and the National Defense Authorization Act.
• Previous House of Representatives experience working on annual appropriations bills.

Preferred Requirements:

• Prior experience in a corporate government affairs office.
• Results-oriented self-starter who can operate flexibly and with enthusiasm in a fast-paced, collaborative work environment
• Strong communications skills—both verbal and written.
• Knowledgeable of the planning, programming, budgeting, and execution processes.
• Experience as staff member for a House defense appropriator or professional staff member for the House Appropriations Defense Subcommittee.

Why CHAOS?

• Health Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision benefits 100% paid for by the company
• Additional benefits: 401k (+ 50% company match up to 6% of pay), FSA, HSA, life insurance, and more
• Our Perks: Free daily lunch, ‘No meeting Fridays’, unlimited PTO, casual dress code
• Compensation Components: Competitive base salaries, generous pre-IPO stock option grants, relocation assistance, and (coming soon!) annual bonuses
• Team Growth: 250 employees and counting across 5 global offices

The stated compensation range reflects only the targeted base compensation range and excludes additional earnings such as bonus, equity, and benefits. If your compensation requirements fall outside of the range, we still encourage you to apply. The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. 

Recruiting Agencies: CHAOS Industries does not accept unsolicited resumes or outreach. Unsolicited submissions will not be reviewed or compensated.

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CHAOS Industries is redefining modern defense with a multi-product portfolio that gives the ultimate advantage—domain dominance. The company's products are powered by Coherent Distributed Networks (CDN™), empowering warfighters, commercial air operators, and border protection teams to act faster, adapt rapidly, and stay ahead of evolving threats. 

CHAOS Industries was founded in 2022 and has raised a total of $1 billion in funding from leading investors, including 8VC, Accel, and Valor Equity Partners. The company is headquartered in Los Angeles, with offices in Washington, D.C., San Francisco, San Diego, Seattle, and London. For more information, please visit www.chaosinc.com.

Role Overview:

We are looking for a strategic government relations leader to build and manage relationships with key stakeholders across the Senate, while partnering with internal teams to advance our mission within the defense ecosystem. This individual will develop and execute a government affairs strategy focused on the Senate aligned to our core technologies, and lead engagement with Senate stakeholders—including key Authorizations and Appropriations Committees—to advocate for policies, funding, and priorities that drive revenue.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate across the Growth team to develop and execute a comprehensive government relations strategy aligned to CHAOS’s key programs and core capabilities, with a focus on securing congressional support and funding.
• Lead CHAOS’ authorization and appropriations-focused government relations efforts in the Senate by identifying and advancing policy and funding opportunities.
• Build and maintain relationships with legislative stakeholders to influence policies, laws, and regulations that support CHAOS’s technologies and mission.
• Provide ongoing insight and guidance to program and executive teams on congressional activity, funding outlooks, and policy developments.
• Support political engagement strategy, including coordination with PAC-related efforts and attendance at key events.
• Represent CHAOS on Capitol Hill, including attending hearings, briefing congressional staff, and preparing leadership for testimony and external engagements. 

Minimum Requirements:

• A University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 12 years prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 10 years’ experience.
• Active Security Clearance.
• Understand the legislative branch and legislative processes associated with the annual appropriations cycle, and the National Defense Authorization Act.
• Previous Senate experience working on annual appropriations bills.

Preferred Requirements:

• Prior experience in a corporate government affairs office.
• Results-oriented self-starter who can operate flexibly and with enthusiasm in a fast-paced, collaborative work environment
• Strong communications skills—both verbal and written.
• Knowledgeable of the planning, programming, budgeting, and execution processes.
• Experience as staff member for a Senate defense appropriator or professional staff member for the Senate Appropriations Defense Subcommittee.

Why CHAOS?

• Health Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision benefits 100% paid for by the company
• Additional benefits: 401k (+ 50% company match up to 6% of pay), FSA, HSA, life insurance, and more
• Our Perks: Free daily lunch, ‘No meeting Fridays’, unlimited PTO, casual dress code
• Compensation Components: Competitive base salaries, generous pre-IPO stock option grants, relocation assistance, and (coming soon!) annual bonuses
• Team Growth: 250 employees and counting across 5 global offices

The stated compensation range reflects only the targeted base compensation range and excludes additional earnings such as bonus, equity, and benefits. If your compensation requirements fall outside of the range, we still encourage you to apply. The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. 

Recruiting Agencies: CHAOS Industries does not accept unsolicited resumes or outreach. Unsolicited submissions will not be reviewed or compensated.

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About Teneo

Teneo is the global CEO advisory firm. We partner with our clients globally to do great things for a better future. 

Drawing upon our global team and expansive network of senior advisors, we provide advisory services across our five business segments on a stand-alone or fully integrated basis to help our clients solve complex business challenges. Our clients include a significant number of the Fortune 100 and FTSE 100, as well as other cor­po­ra­tions, financial insti­tu­tions and organizations. 

Our full range of advisory services includes strategic com­mu­ni­ca­tions, investor relations, financial trans­ac­tions and restruc­tur­ing, management consulting, physical and cyber risk, orga­ni­za­tion­al design, board and executive search, geopolitics and government affairs, corporate governance and ESG. 

The firm has more than 1,800 employees located in 50+ offices around the world. 

Description

Reporting directly to Teneo’s Global Political Risk President and Managing Partner of WestExec Advisors, the Chief of Staff should be an initiative-taking and dedicated individual with an ambitious spirit and keen critical thinking skills. The CoS will play a key role in helping the President run the Political Risk business in collaboration with Teneo’s strategic partner, WestExec Advisors, overseeing initiatives, client management, key relationships, and the preparation of materials for internal and external meetings. The ideal candidate will function effectively under tight deadlines, demonstrate confidence and sound judgment in a fast-paced, highly demanding work environment while exhibiting excellent client service skills and professionalism in all interactions. The CoS will ensure ideas translate into actionable outcomes, show a bias toward execution, and coordinate seamlessly across internal demands and client delivery.

Responsibilities

The CoS will play a broad role in supporting the President and the Political Risk team. They will work closely with the President to manage team initiatives, client relationships, and business development opportunities, and lead the preparation for and follow-up on meetings, developing the necessary materials and content, and coordinating agendas.

Operational coordination & team effectiveness

• Manage the day-to-day work involved in the Political Risk business: producing and refining deliverables –briefing memos, analyses, media coverage reports, internal management reports, and others.
• Promote team integration as well as cross-functional communication and collaboration.
• Manage key relationships and build a process to track and nurture key stakeholders, investors, and clients

Strategic execution & leadership support

• Serve as a thought partner and strategic advisor to the President, attending meetings, challenging ideas and offering a different perspective, and then following up on action items with the team accordingly
• Act as an extension of the President’s information funnel, filter information effectively, and be a facilitator with internal and external stakeholders.
• Execute against team objectives and plans as a reliable, adaptable resource for the President, and oversee the work of others as appropriate

Client delivery & content development

• Assist with the team’s client engagements, contributing to client teamwork, helping to ensure the delivery of effective communications, high work quality and awareness of business opportunities and challenges
• Support the team’s Managing Directors by drafting briefings, decks, and other deliverables; interfacing with clients, as appropriate; and standing in for them on Client engagements as needed.
• Manage both strategic and tactical requests, handling the oversight of projects that do not fit neatly within the organizational chart or that fall between departments or leadership areas of responsibility

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in consulting, government, public affairs, corporate communications, political and/or policy developments 
• Strong history of working with senior level firm management and senior level clients
• Experience managing teams and contributing to enterprise-wide projects
• Strong organizational skills with the proven ability to see complex projects through to execution
• Demonstrated understanding of business and financial markets
• Exceptional written and verbal communication; advanced PowerPoint is necessary
• Ability to navigate complex or ambiguous environments

What We Offer: 

As a Teneo employee, your compensation is performance based and you'll enjoy unique benefits including flexible time off policy; medical, dental, and vision coverage; long-term disability, and life insurance; a 401K plan; commuter benefits; team events; snacks; and other perks. 

Our Commitment to Inclusion: 

Teneo is an equal opportunity employer and promotes an inclusive workplace. Teneo considers all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, disability, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or sexual orientation or any other status protected by applicable law. 

Base Salary Range: $125,000-145,000 (Compensation for this role will depend on several factors, including a candidate's qualifications, skills, competencies, and experience that may fall outside of the range listed.) 

Total Compensation Package: Includes annualized bonus, 401k match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of additional benefits and perks. 

Flexible Work Policy: Teneo believes in in-person collaboration when possible and if you are assigned to the Washington D.C office, the company expectation is for employees to work from the office location a minimum of three days a week. 

Vast is looking for a Head of Civil Programs, reporting to the Chief Policy Officer, to define and lead Vast’s strategy, engagement, and execution for NASA programs across Haven-1 and future Vast programs.

This will be a full-time, exempt position located on-site at our Long Beach, CA location. 

Responsibilities

Program Capture and Growth

• Lead capture efforts for NASA programs, from early opportunity shaping through proposal and award.
• Guide competitive positioning, teaming strategies, and proposal development in coordination with internal stakeholders.
• Develop and manage a multi-year NASA opportunity pipeline aligned with agency planning cycles and budgets.
  

Civil Space Strategy

• Develop and own Vast’s NASA civil space strategy aligned with agency priorities, mission needs, and program capabilities.
• Identify near-term and long-range NASA mission opportunities that leverage Haven-1 and future Vast programs.
• Provide strategic guidance to company leadership on program focus, timing, and positioning.
• Apply first principles thinking to Government needs to shape programs to rapidly deliver superior results for the Nation.
• Collaborate closely with Vast’s Government Affairs team and external advisors.

NASA Engagement and Mission Development

• Build and maintain senior-level relationships across NASA Headquarters, Mission Directorates, and Centers.
• Serve as one of Vast’s primary executive interfaces with NASA stakeholders.
• Work closely with internal teams to translate NASA objectives into viable mission concepts and program approaches.

Strategy-to-Execution Alignment

• Ensure NASA requirements and expectations are clearly understood across engineering, program, legal, and operations teams.
• Support technical and programmatic reviews, milestones, and customer engagements as programs mature.
• Help establish program foundations that enable successful execution beyond contract award.

External Representation

• Represent Vast at NASA-focused forums, customer meetings, and industry events.
• Present Vast station and future system capabilities and operational concepts to NASA stakeholders.
• Support the development of NASA-facing narratives and outreach materials as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, science, or a related technical field.
• 10+ years of experience working with NASA or NASA-funded civil space programs.
• Demonstrated success leading NASA program capture, proposal efforts, or mission development.
• Strong understanding of NASA program lifecycles and operational environments.
• Excellent communication skills across technical, programmatic, and executive audiences.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Master’s degree in engineering, systems engineering, or business.
• Experience with human spaceflight systems, in-space infrastructure, or operational space programs.
• Familiarity with NASA processes for advancing programs from concept through operations.
• Ability to lead complex efforts independently in a fast-moving environment.
• Passion for building the operational and technological foundations for sustained human presence in space.

Additional Requirements

• Ability to travel up to 30% of the time.

About the Position

The Strategic Events Specialist supports the planning, coordination, and execution of the Agency’s strategic events portfolio. This role provides end-to-end event delivery—including concept development, project management, logistics, vendor coordination, run-of-show development, and on-site execution—for internal and external engagements that advance Agency priorities and stakeholder relationships. The Specialist ensures events align with Agency branding and messaging, comply with applicable policies and procedures, and are delivered on schedule and within approved budgets.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute strategic events (in-person, virtual, and hybrid), including ceremonies, roundtables, panels, receptions, press events, stakeholder briefings, and conferences
• Develop event plans, timelines, task trackers, and production schedules to ensure coordinated execution across internal teams and external partners.
• Support event concept development by translating communication objectives into event formats, audience strategies, and program designs that achieve desired outcomes
• Draft and manage event documentation, including run-of-show, agendas, invitation lists, RSVP tracking, talking points requests, briefing notes, and staffing plans. 
• Coordinate event logistics, including venue research and selection, room setups, A/V and staging needs, accessibility considerations, transportation, and guest flow.
• Manage vendor and partner coordination (e.g., venues, caterers, A/V, printers, production teams), including requesting quotes, tracking deliverables, and monitoring deadlines and
• Support budget planning and tracking for events, including maintaining cost estimates, reconciling invoices, and ensuring expenditures align with approvals and contract requirements.
• Coordinate internal clearances and approvals for event materials and execution requirements, including invitations, programs, signage, speaker participation, and branded collateral. 
• Support speaker management, including outreach coordination, confirmation tracking, biography collection, headshots, and day - of speaker readiness and cueing.  
• Collaborate with communications colleagues to ensure events are integrated with broader communications plans, including media engagement, social content capture, and post-event amplification. 
• Support event-related content and production needs such as signage, printed materials, name badges, scripts, slide coordination, and event photography/videography requests.

Qualifications 

• Bachelor's degree in communications, public relations, marketing, event management, hospitality, international affairs, or related field.
• Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in event planning and execution, preferably supporting executive-level, government, or high-visibility stakeholder events.
• Strong project management, organizational, and attention-to-detail skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple events and priorities in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with senior stakeholders, vendors, and cross-functional teams.
•  Proficiency with common event tools (e.g., RSVP management, virtual event platforms) and Microsoft Office.
• The contractor shall be a U.S. Citizen and have the ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance or higher.

About the Position

Dexis Professional Services seeks a Task Order Manager to support an upcoming program with the Department of State in the Bureau of European and Eurasia and Central Asia.

The position which is a CONTRACTOR position will be based in Arlington, Virginia and is contingent upon award. 

This upcoming project will strengthen oversight and enable evidence-based decision making for foreign assistance programs primarily by supporting project designs, developing and supporting outcome indicators, establishing performance monitoring systems, including robust Third-Party Monitoring (TPM) for assistance projects, planning and implementing independent external evaluations, and reporting on the use of evaluation findings, conclusions, and recommendations   

EUR/ACE, housed within the Bureau of European and Eurasian Affairs (EUR), oversees foreign assistance across Europe, Eurasia, and Central Asia. EUR/ACE works closely with the Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs (SCA) and other bureaus and agencies to coordinate assistance, ensuring that programming is cohesive, strategically aligned, and responsive to regional needs.  Assistance is implemented through projects managed by the Department of State (DoS) and other U.S. Government agencies, international organizations, and non‑governmental organizations, enabling a whole‑of‑government approach to delivery and oversight. 

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate all task order–level activities, including evaluation design, execution, and team performance 
• Set expectations and guide overall team execution and priorities 
• Organize and lead planning, coordination, and status meetings 
• Serve as primary point of contact with the COR and Government stakeholders 
• Oversee deliverables to ensure timeliness, quality, and compliance 
• Provide quality control oversight and ensure integrity and consistency of evaluation processes and outputs 
• Ensure methodological rigor and comparability of findings across activities 
• Monitor performance and address risks and issues as they arise 

Qualifications 

• Minimum 15 years of experience in foreign assistance 
• Demonstrated experience managing $5M+ contracts and teams of 10+ personnel 
• Master’s degree in international development or related field 
• Must be a U.S. Citizen 
• Active Secret clearance required 

Preferred Qualifications 

• Prior USG experience
• Prior regional experience

About the Position

Dexis Professional Services seeks a Senior Monitoring Evaluation & Learning (MEL) Specialist to support an upcoming program with the Department of State in the Bureau of European and Eurasia and Central Asia    

The position, which is a CONTRACTOR postion can be based in Kyiv, Ukraine or in Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo, North Macedonia, Montenegro, Serbia, Moldova, Georgia, Azerbaijan, Armenia, Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, or Greenland.  

This upcoming project will strengthen oversight and enable evidence-based decision making for foreign assistance programs primarily by supporting project designs, developing and supporting outcome indicators, establishing performance monitoring systems, including robust Third-Party Monitoring (TPM) for assistance projects, planning and implementing independent external evaluations, and reporting on the use of evaluation findings, conclusions, and recommendations  

EUR/ACE, housed within the Bureau of European and Eurasian Affairs (EUR), oversees foreign assistance across Europe, Eurasia, and Central Asia. EUR/ACE works closely with the Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs (SCA) and other bureaus and agencies to coordinate assistance, ensuring that programming is cohesive, strategically aligned, and responsive to regional needs.  Assistance is implemented through projects managed by the Department of State (DoS) and other U.S. Government agencies, international organizations, and non‑governmental organizations, enabling a whole‑of‑government approach to delivery and oversight. 

Responsibilities

• Provide oversight of MEL activities to ensure alignment with task order objectives and standards 
• Deliver training to partners and staff on MEL approaches, tools, and best practices 
• Lead capacity building efforts to strengthen partner MEL systems and capabilities 
• Support implementation of MEL processes, including data collection, analysis, and reporting 
• Ensure quality and consistency of MEL outputs across activities 

Qualifications 

• Minimum 7 years of experience in monitoring & evaluation 
• Must be a U.S. Citizen 
• Must be eligible for a Secret clearance 

Preferred Qualifications 

• Prior regional experience
• Prior USG experience 

About the Position

Dexis Professional Services seeks a Senior Data Manager / Analyst to support an upcoming program with the Department of State in the Bureau of European and Eurasia and Central Asia      

The position, which is a CONTRACTOR position will be based in Washington, D.C. and is contingent upon award. 

This upcoming project will strengthen oversight and enable evidence-based decision making for foreign assistance programs primarily by supporting project designs, developing and supporting outcome indicators, establishing performance monitoring systems, including robust Third-Party Monitoring (TPM) for assistance projects, planning and implementing independent external evaluations, and reporting on the use of evaluation findings, conclusions, and recommendations   

 EUR/ACE, housed within the Bureau of European and Eurasian Affairs (EUR), oversees foreign assistance across Europe, Eurasia, and Central Asia. EUR/ACE works closely with the Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs (SCA) and other bureaus and agencies to coordinate assistance, ensuring that programming is cohesive, strategically aligned, and responsive to regional needs.  Assistance is implemented through projects managed by the Department of State (DoS) and other U.S. Government agencies, international organizations, and non‑governmental organizations, enabling a whole‑of‑government approach to delivery and oversight. 

Responsibilities

• Conduct data analysis across quantitative and qualitative datasets 
• Develop data visualizations and reporting products (e.g., dashboards, infographics, briefs) 
• Manage and maintain the SPARK database, including data entry, validation, and updates 
• Design and produce visual reporting outputs to support decision-making and sense-making 
• Ensure data quality, consistency, and usability across MEL activities 
• Support integration of data into reports, presentations, and learning products 

Qualifications 

• Minimum 7 years of experience in data science/analytics 
• Masters degree in relevant field required 
• Must be a U.S. Citizen 
• Must be eligible for a Secret clearance 

About the Position

Dexis Professional Services seeks a Team Leader to support an upcoming program with the Department of State in the Bureau of European and Eurasia and Central Asia.  

The position will be based in Kyiv, Ukraine and is contingent upon award. 

This upcoming project will strengthen oversight and enable evidence-based decision making for foreign assistance programs primarily by supporting project designs, developing and supporting outcome indicators, establishing performance monitoring systems, including robust Third-Party Monitoring (TPM) for assistance projects, planning and implementing independent external evaluations, and reporting on the use of evaluation findings, conclusions, and recommendations    

EUR/ACE, housed within the Bureau of European and Eurasian Affairs (EUR), oversees foreign assistance across Europe, Eurasia, and Central Asia. EUR/ACE works closely with the Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs (SCA) and other bureaus and agencies to coordinate assistance, ensuring that programming is cohesive, strategically aligned, and responsive to regional needs.  Assistance is implemented through projects managed by the Department of State (DoS) and other U.S. Government agencies, international organizations, and non‑governmental organizations, enabling a whole‑of‑government approach to delivery and oversight. 

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, execution, and management of evaluations 
• Ensure methodological rigor, including integrity, consistency, and comparability of findings 
• Provide quality control oversight of evaluation processes and deliverables 
• Lead and coordinate multidisciplinary, cross-cultural teams 
• Oversee data collection, analysis, and synthesis using quantitative and qualitative methods 
• Ensure alignment of evaluation activities with task order objectives and MEL frameworks 

Qualifications 

• Minimum 15 years of experience in strategic planning, project design, MEL, and project management 
• Prior experience in conflict settings required 
• Must be a U.S. Citizen 
• Active Secret clearance required 

Preferred Qualifications 

• Prior regional experience

About the Position

Dexis is seeking a highly experience Technical Advisor Consultant to support business development and technical solution design efforts for upcoming opportunities with the U.S. Department of State’s (DOS) Bureau of Political-Military Affairs (PM). This consultant will serve as the lead subject matter expert, refining our understanding of the client landscape, contributing significantly to solution architecture, technical proposal narrative development, and overall proposal quality.  

This is a high-impact, short-term engagement for an individual who understands the operational and technical dimensions of government security assistance programs, including Foreign Military Financing (FMF), International Military Education and Training (IMET), and Assessment, Monitoring, and Evaluation (AM&E) program elements.  

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of the technical approach and solution design for a U.S. government program related to international security, security assistance, military operations, and defense strategy and plans. 
• Provide strategic insight into the organizational priorities, structure, and decision-making processes within the PM Bureau. 
• Advise Dexis leadership on client engagement strategies specific to security assistance. 
• Refine technical proposal content, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and alignment with government priorities and terminology. 
• Translate complex technical concepts into compelling narratives for evaluation by technical and non-technical reviewers. 
• Provide strategic insight into evolving trends and participate in periodic strategy sessions as a trusted advisor throughout the pre-solicitation, capture, and bid phases. 

Qualifications 

• Minimum 5 years of experience working with or supporting DOS, with deep familiarity with the PM Bureau and the Office of Security Assistance (SA). 
• Demonstrated track record of engagement with senior-level PM/SA personnel and contract leadership. 
• Exceptional understanding of federal international security, security assistance, and military operations contracting environments. 
• Exceptional writing and communication skills, with prior experience leading technical writing for federal proposals. 
• Prior experience advising capture or proposal teams targeting DOS contracts is strongly preferred. 

About the Position

Dexis is recruiting a highly qualified Construction and Engineer, Program Design Specialist to provide embedded operational support to the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Political-Military Affairs, Office of Security Assistance (PM/SA). The Specialist will serve as a core member of the PM/SA support team and will support the quality assurance and effective delivery of large-scale engineering and construction projects, including base camps, airfields, utilities, and other mission-critical installations.

This role supports program design, engineering oversight, monitoring and evaluation, cost and schedule control, and risk management to ensure projects are delivered cost-effectively, on schedule, and in compliance with all applicable codes, standards, and U.S. Government requirements, under Government direction.

This position is based onsite in Washington, DC and is contingent upon contract award. U.S. citizenship and an active Secret clearance are required. The selected candidate may begin work with an interim Secret clearance. Occasional domestic and international travel may be required for short-term technical assistance assignments.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support risk management, monitoring and evaluation (M&E), and engineering assessments for complex construction programs.
• Oversee and advise on program design, including Design-Build and Design-Bid-Build methodologies, remote-site construction, and partner-nation capacity support.
• Conduct technical evaluations, develop Independent Government Cost Estimates (IGCEs), and support the development of Statements of Work (SOWs) and Performance Work Statements (PWSs).
• Ensure quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) and code compliance (e.g., International Building Code, National Fire Protection Association, and National Electric Code) across multiple concurrent projects.
• Provide expert oversight of schedule and cost control, risk and performance management, and multi-project coordination with diverse stakeholders.
• Support the development and implementation of monitoring and evaluation frameworks tailored to construction and infrastructure programs.
• Advise on overseas infrastructure delivery, ensuring alignment with U.S. Government standards and host-nation requirements.
• Prepare and present reports, briefings, and recommendations to senior leadership and interagency partners.

Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or a related field.
• At least 8–10 years of progressively responsible experience leading complex U.S. Government task orders, major capital projects, and overseas infrastructure programs.
• Demonstrated expertise in:
  • Program design and construction program management
  • Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) for construction projects
  • Risk and performance management
  • Schedule and cost control
  • Technical evaluations and IGCE development
  • SOW/PWS writing and requirements definition
  • Overseas infrastructure delivery
  • QA/QC and code compliance
  • Multi-project oversight and stakeholder coordination
• Strong leadership and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple large-scale projects simultaneously.
• In-depth knowledge of U.S. Government construction standards, regulations, and procurement processes.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to prepare clear, concise reports and briefings.
• Proven ability to work effectively in cross-cultural and multi-disciplinary teams.
• Proficiency in risk management, M&E methodologies, and engineering assessments.
• U.S. citizenship and an active Secret clearance (interim acceptable).

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting PM/SA.
• Advanced degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or a related field.

About the Position

Dexis is recruiting a Legislative and Public Affairs Analyst to support anticipated programming with the Department of War (DoW). This opportunity will provide program support, policy support, and technical assistance services to support Counterdrug (CD)/Counter-Transnational Organized Crime (CTOC)/Counter-Threat Finance (CTF) mission needs of the Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD), The Joint Staff, Combatant Commands (CCMDs), Military Departments, and Defense Agencies. 

This position is contingent upon contract award. 

Responsibilities

• Analyze congressional legislation and USG policies and regulatory requirements that may impact or relate to DoW and U.S. interagency partners’ efforts to counter global drug trafficking and other illicit threat network activities that threaten U.S. national security interests. 
• Analyze and conduct assessments of DoW legislative proposals for content, technical accuracy, supporting justification, and compliance with policy and guidance that involve or relate to DoW efforts to counter illicit threat network activities. 
• Prepare, for USG personnel review, congressional notification packages supporting execution of DoW CD/CTOC/CTF programs. 

Qualifications 

• Active Top Secret clearance with Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) eligibility. 
• Possess a master’s degree from an accredited college/university in a relevant field of study.
• Possess ten (10) years’ experience providing services to senior general/flag officer ranks and/or SES levels within the DoW, other government agencies, or industry corporate equivalents, and will be expected to perform at the level of a mid-range GS-15 equivalent.  
• Possess in-depth knowledge of U.S. legislative processes and DoW authorities in order to provide background information and analyses required for DoW personnel to draft proposed changes to governing legislation, prepare congressional testimony and responses to congressional correspondence, and draft agency responses to audit reports from the DoW Inspector General, the Government Accountability Office, and other federal oversight entities. 
• Possess exceptional oral and written communication skills, and the ability to translate highly technical information into plain language for effective communication with DoW and other USG staff in the performance of all duties, tasks and services. 
• Operate independently, proactively manage requirements, and require minimal government direction to achieve desired outcomes. 

About the Position

Dexis is seeking a highly qualified Project Manager to lead a strategic initiative under the Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA). This contract provides enterprise-level support services including strategic planning, data analytics, business process engineering, and program execution to enhance DSCA’s Strategy to Capability framework. The project will assist DSCA in streamlining operations, improving responsiveness, and strengthening U.S. defense partnerships worldwide. 

This position is based in Washington, D.C., and is contingent upon award. 

Responsibilities

The Project Manager will: 

• Lead all aspects of contract execution across technical areas including strategic analysis, data analytics, program management, process engineering, and implementation support. 
• Develop and manage integrated project plans, staffing strategies, timelines, and risk mitigation approaches to ensure timely and effective delivery. 
• Ensure consistent, high-quality services and deliverables aligned with DSCA’s strategic objectives and expectations. 
• Provide expert technical guidance in foreign military sales (FMS), policy development, data visualization, congressional and GAO inquiries, audit support, monitoring and evaluation (M&E), and the development of data collection tools. 
• Oversee quality assurance and technical excellence across the contract; ensure all products meet Dexis and client standards. 
• Manage the full project lifecycle, tracking tasks and deliverables, balancing team workloads, and mitigating risks to performance. 
• Facilitate collaboration and communication across a large, cross-functional, and geographically dispersed team, using innovative team management practices. 
• Serve as the primary liaison with the client, managing relationships and ensuring responsive, solutions-oriented engagement. 
• Lead the preparation and delivery of executive-level briefings, strategic communications, stakeholder engagement materials, and performance reporting. 
• Monitor contract performance metrics and ensure compliance with federal security requirements and quality standards. 
• Promote and sustain a strong team culture, morale, and productivity in a fast-paced environment. 
• Stay informed on developments in the technical and security cooperation sectors to ensure adaptive and forward-thinking program leadership. 
• Perform other duties as assigned. 

Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Political Science, Public Administration, International Affairs, International Relations, or a related discipline. 
• Ten (10) years of project management experience with DoD, including three (3) years of progressive experience in leading business management service projects, including: 
• Delegating and tracking the status of tasks and lines of effort across geographically dispersed teams (spanning highly different time zones), 
• Mitigating risks to completion of tasks, 
• Ensuring deliverables are quality controlled prior to delivery to the government client, 
• Facilitating team collaboration, 
• Anticipating and proactively finding efficiencies and creating new processes when needed 
• Five (5) years of experience in all Microsoft Office Suite applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) 
• Five (5) years of experience working with DoD policy documents, responses to Congressional Inquiries, and General Accountability Office (GAO) (or similar auditing agencies) auditing and reporting requests. 
• Five (5) years of experience with Inter- Governmental relations and protocol when interacting with staff at all levels of DoD, other Federal agencies, and foreign Governments. 
• Experience with Foreign Military Sales and Security Cooperation programming 
• Experience creating stability and security for large teams 
• Strong understanding of DSCA and key security cooperation stakeholders Demonstrated experience with risk mitigation planning  
• Active DoD-issued secret clearance. 

About the Position

Dexis is seeking a highly qualified Senior Data Management Consultant to support an upcoming strategic initiative with the Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA). The project supports DSCA’s efforts to modernize business processes, enhance data-driven decision-making, and improve responsiveness through advanced data analytics, strategic planning, and program execution support. 

This position is based in Washington, D.C., and is contingent upon award. 

Responsibilities

The Senior Data Management Consultant will support DSCA and the Dexis team to analyze business management services; keeping up to date with emerging business management and data management techniques, tools, and approaches; identifying and maintaining new open-source data sources on security cooperation; and visualizing and summarizing data to effectively inform decision-making. Specific responsibilities include: 

• Provide strategic advisory support across business management services to enhance DSCA’s use of data for operational planning, policy development, program evaluation, and decision-making. 
• Identify, research, and assess various open-source and classified data platforms—including government databases, repositories, and academic sources—relevant to security cooperation. 
• Develop criteria to evaluate the utility, relevance, and quality of collected data and its sources; apply this evaluation framework consistently across platforms. 
• Design and implement scalable, efficient data storage and management systems that enable organized retrieval, version control, and routine updates using appropriate tools such as cloud solutions and databases. 
• Develop user-friendly interfaces or platforms that ensure stakeholder access to structured datasets, visualizations, and reports in formats suitable for advanced analysis and decision support. 
• Conduct quantitative analysis using techniques such as regression modeling, aggregation, index construction, and survey data interpretation to support strategic planning and policy formulation. 
• Collaborate with DSCA leadership and stakeholders to understand requirements, respond to data-related inquiries, deliver training as needed, and support the effective use of data products. 
• Develop and present analytical deliverables such as briefings, policy memos, dashboards, and strategic communications tailored to executive audiences. 
• Guide and support Knowledge Management (KM) efforts across the contract by coordinating stakeholder inputs and developing tools that promote data-driven learning and institutional memory. 
• Evaluate stakeholder feedback and identify opportunities to enhance data quality, streamline access, expand data coverage, and continuously improve data systems. 
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of emerging tools, techniques, and trends in data management, business intelligence, and international security policy. 
• Support the design and implementation of training and communications strategies to increase stakeholder adoption of new systems, processes, and data tools. 

Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Political Science, Public Administration, International Affairs, or a related discipline. 
• 10+ years of experience in change management, business reform, data science, or policy analysis, including delivery of high-impact products to senior leaders. 
• Experience conducting research and literature reviews to identify knowledge gaps or methodological inconsistencies. 
• Experience creating data documentation such as codebooks and analytical protocols. 
• Experience applying social science methods to evaluate and refine analytical deliverables. 
• Experience in open-source data related to security cooperation, defense policy, or international security. 
• Proficiency in STATA, R, or Python, along with strong Excel and database management skills. 
• Experience building and presenting executive-level briefings, dashboards, and visual analytics to inform strategic decisions. 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate technical insights into practical recommendations. 
• Active secret clearance. 

About the Position

Dexis is seeking a highly experience Strategic Advisor to support our capture and business development efforts for upcoming opportunities with the U.S. Department of State’s (DOS) Bureau of Political-Military Affairs (PM). The Advisor will play a critical role in refining our understanding of the client landscape, validating opportunity parameters, and facilitating strategic introductions to key stakeholders within the PM bureau and relevant incumbent organizations.  

This is a high-impact, short-term engagement for an individual who understands the operational and technical dimensions of government security assistance programs, including Foreign Military Financing (FMF), International Military Education and Training (IMET), and Assessment, Monitoring, and Evaluation (AM&E) program elements. 

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic insight into the organizational priorities, structure, and decision-making processes within the PM bureau. 
• Advise Dexis leadership on client engagement strategies specific to security assistance. 
• Identify and facilitate introductions with relevant stakeholders throughout the capture and bid process.
• Validate programmatic direction, potential scope, and customer expectations for the anticipated opportunity. 
• Participate in periodic strategy sessions and serve as a trusted advisor throughout the pre-solicitation, capture, and bid phases. 

Qualifications 

• Minimum 5 years of experience working with or supporting DOS, with deep familiarity with the PM Bureau and the Office of Security Assistance (SA). 
• Demonstrated track record of engagement with senior-level PM/SA personnel and contract leadership. 
• Existing relationships within the PM bureau and/or with current contract implementers in security assistance or program support. 
• Exceptional understanding of federal international security, security assistance, and military operations contracting environments. 
• Prior experience advising capture or proposal teams targeting DOS contracts is strongly preferred. 
• Discretion, professionalism, and a strong sense of integrity in facilitating client-facing interactions. 

Please note that the purpose of this Call for CVs is to build out a roster of professionals with relevant experience in the following areas for which Dexis frequently recruits. There is no closing date for applications nor a deadline by when candidates will be assessed; new applicants are reviewed by our team on a regular basis and added to prospective candidate pools. When new positions become available relevant to this sector, Dexis will post a complete job description with detailed information on the responsibilities and qualifications. Candidates with relevant experience who have submitted their CV under this announcement will be notified when new related jobs open up and are invited to apply.

Opportunity

Brunswick Group is seeking an Insight Consultant (Associate) to join our Insight team to drive its media analytics research offer in the US. Reporting to the Global Head of Analytics in London, you will be based in our New York or Washington D.C. office, and play a key role in scoping, delivering and presenting research to clients, as well as championing the use of analytics and developing our client offer to clients. Extensive experience using media analytics tools is required, as is the ability to identify and communicate actionable insights to clients.

About Brunswick Insight

At Brunswick Insight, we support all phases of client engagement, from proposal to final deliverable. We provide the research, data and analysis that act as the strategic foundation of the Brunswick offer. We bring the outside in, and help our clients understand the voice of their stakeholders so that we can align strategy and communications with the expectations they need to meet, arming our clients with the information they need to navigate business critical moments.  

About the Role

• Manage analytics research projects for clients in the US, identifying key business questions and objectives, scoping and framing research project plans and leveraging the right tools and techniques
• Take accountability for project logistics end to end to ensure on-time and on-budget work streams and deliverables
• Promote the analytics offer within the US offices to build awareness of what the Insight practice can offer to support new and existing clients
• Deliver training to upskill colleagues, in collaboration with Global Head of Analytics
• In addition to developing more formal training programs, offer junior colleagues frequent feedback and coaching
• Push analytics forward by identifying innovative methodologies and tools that will enhance the offer, as well as opportunities for the integration of analytics into client mandates
• Build close relationships with clients and colleagues, as a trusted partner and advisor

What We're Looking For

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• An experienced professional, well-versed in research methods such as media evaluation, social media analysis, influencer mapping, audience analytics
• Someone with a keen interest in current affairs and in particular the issues that companies are currently dealing with
• An experienced user of software/databases for analyzing content such as news coverage, social media posts, financial documents, LLM responses, etc.
• Familiar with the traditional media landscape and have a good understanding of how social media works, and how it shapes public perceptions
• Someone who possesses strong analytical skills, with the ability to identify business questions, capture and analyze relevant data, draw conclusions, and develop actionable recommendations
• A strong communicator who can present complicated findings in a way that cuts through the noise and helps the audience understand what really matters and what it means for them
• Comfortable working as part of a global team and managing/developing internal and external relationships
• Perceptive and empathetic, with the ability to manage up, down, and across
• Self-directed with the ability to exercise good judgment in difficult situations
• Motivated, collaborative and intellectually curious, with a passion for innovation, and finding solutions to tricky problems
• Able to practice discretion with confidential client matters
• Someone with strong project management skills, who can keep on top of their workload and is also attentive to detail
• Proactive, and can adapt quickly to change, with a sense of humor

Ideal Candidate

• 6+ years of experience in traditional and social media analytics, with some research agency or consultancy experience
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate client needs into actionable plans, conduct data analysis and interpretation, and identify key findings and recommendations
• Extensive experience using off-the-shelf media analytics research tools such as Brandwatch, Quid, Meltwalter, Talkwalker, etc
• Strong writing skills; the ability to summarize complex data into succinct findings and implications
• Client management experience, including developing and pitching for new business
• An understanding of corporate and financial communications, and interest in the financial, political and social issues companies are dealing with
• Advanced project management skills, and can monitor team, identify and address issues/problems in the research process, and deliver effectively in time-compressed circumstances
• Strong analytical skills with ability to understand client needs, analyze social listening data, and independently draft impactful client deliverables that inform recommendations
• Intermediate/advanced level proficiency in MS Excel and MS PowerPoint (Pivot tables, XLOOKUP, etc)
• (Desirable) Experience with text-analytics tools (Python, Stata, R , etc) as well as tools used to analyze LLM responses

Why Join Us

Whether you are joining a client facing team, a core services team, or starting out on your professional career journey, joining Brunswick unlocks a range of exceptional employee benefits to support your financial future, health and wellness, family and community and continuous professional development.

The successful applicant will be eligible for the following compensation and benefits package: 

Base Pay: The annual base compensation range for this role is $130,000 - $160,000. The base pay offered will be determined by factors including experience, skills, training, office location, certifications, and education.

Bonus Eligibility: Annual discretionary bonus contingent upon individual and firm-wide performance.

Benefits: Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance. Disability insurance. Employee assistance program. Flexible spending account. Health savings account. Life insurance. Commuter Benefits. Generous Paid Time Off: 25 vacation days and 10 days sick leave, as well as 11 paid company holidays. Firm-sponsored 401(k) Plan with 3% automatic company contribution of base and bonus with an additional 1.5% profit share– immediate vesting. Career training and development opportunities. Employee discounts.

Office Policy: At Brunswick, our work is a craft that thrives in teaching environments – whether in our offices or on-site with clients – through real-time observation, collaboration, human connection, clear guidance and by challenging one another to keep getting better. Our policy is that our team members are in person – either in the office or on-site with clients – at least four days each week.

The firm will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified applicants or employees, as defined by applicable law. In addition to the application, the process may include virtual and in-person interviews, as well as an assessment, which may be timed. To request an accommodation during our application and hiring process, email americasaccommodations@brunswickgroup.com.