Senior Manager, Government Affairs (Maritime)

Are you an experienced Capitol Hill professional with a passion for driving impactful change in the government sector? Do you have a proven track record of working directly with elected officials and lobbying for legislative priorities? If so, AUVSI has the perfect opportunity for you!

We are seeking a Senior Manager of Government Affairs to help enhance AUVSI’s growing advocacy portfolio. In this role, you will work closely with Members of Congress, Congressional Committees, and federal agencies to promote and track legislation, policies, and funding that support the integration of uncrewed systems. As the primary lobbyist for AUVSI’s Advocacy Committee, you will represent the organization on Capitol Hill and within the Executive Branch, ensuring our priorities are championed at the highest levels.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as the primary liaison between AUVSI members and Capitol Hill, providing real-time advocacy intelligence and guidance on key policy areas affecting the uncrewed systems sector.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with Members of Congress, Congressional Committees, and their staff.
• Track and advocate for legislation, regulations, policies, and funding that align with AUVSI's priorities.
• Represent AUVSI on Capitol Hill and within the Executive Branch, ensuring our voice is heard on critical issues.
• Develop, write, and review briefs, letters, and other materials to support advocacy efforts and member communications.
• Respond effectively to Congressional inquiries on pending legislation and regulatory matters.
• Assist in the creation and execution of advocacy strategies, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.

Qualifications:

• Must be a registered lobbyist with experience directly engaging with elected officials and lobbying for key priorities.
• Capitol Hill experience is required, ideally as a staffer on a transportation or security-focused committee or as a Legislative Assistant in a personal office of a Member of Congress.
• A deep understanding of federal government processes and strong relationships with lawmakers and their staff is essential.
• Must be DC/DMV based and able to regularly commute to Capitol Hill.
• 3-5 years of relevant work experience, with a proven track record in government affairs or a similar field.
• Excellent communication, writing, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment and under tight deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently while collaborating with a team.

Supervision

• None.

Working Environment

• This position will be based in our Arlington VA office on a hybrid schedule (minimum of three days per week in the office); full remote would be considered for the right candidate.
• The office space is a new construction with a state-of-the-art anti-microbial air filtration system.
• Some travel is required, typically up to 30% of the time.

Why Join Us?

At AUVSI, you'll have the unique opportunity to advocate for the future of uncrewed systems in a role that directly impacts public policy. This is an exciting time to be part of a dynamic and growing industry, and we need someone with Hill experience to help shape the future of this transformative sector. If you're passionate about making an impact and have the right expertise, we want to hear from you!

Apply Now and help us lead the charge in government affairs and policy advocacy! Please send us submit your current resume to careers@auvsi.org.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

As we lead our industry to new heights, our core values keep us grounded. They describe the shared beliefs and commitments that bring us together and make us a powerful advocate for autonomous technology. When we operate from our values, they inspire our daily actions, including the way we work with each other and the way we serve our members. AUVSI is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our team, partners, and members. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status.