Tbwa Chiat/Day Inc
Head of Government Affairs
Tbwa Chiat/Day Inc, Odessa, Texas, United States, 79767
Muon seeks a Head of Government Affairs to join our GTM Team and drive growth in our government-focused business areas. The Head of Government Affairs reports to the President and collaborates closely with Muon Space’s GTM Teams and CEO. The ideal candidate is an experienced, dynamic, energetic and practical “doer” that balances good strategic insight and planning with a “roll up the sleeves and pound the pavement” tenaciousness and pragmatism.
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Washington, DC [Remote] Responsibilities
Position the company to drive and scale repeatable federal revenue growth Develop and implement multi-year shaping and engagement strategy for Congress in partnership with President, CEO and GTM team Partner with GTM team to identify business opportunities that require GovAffairs support and shaping efforts Develop and maintain trusted relationships with government officials, legislators, and regulatory agencies to advance the organization's interests and advocate for favorable policies Monitor legislative and regulatory proposals at the local, state, and federal levels, and provide in-depth analysis of their potential impact on the organization. Support the unique coalitions Muon builds, for example in our Wildfire initiative, in which state governments and aligned philanthropies apply Muon’s technology to social impact missions Collaborate with industry associations, advocacy groups, and other stakeholders to build coalitions and alliances that amplify the organization's advocacy efforts Manage external LegAffairs/GovAffairs consultants and advisors Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in political science, public policy, government / international relations, science, engineering or mathematics. Minimum of 5 years of experience in government affairs, lobbying, or a related role, with a strong understanding of the legislative and regulatory process. In-depth knowledge of relevant policy issues and a demonstrated ability to analyze and communicate complex policy matters. Proven ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with government officials, policymakers, and industry stakeholders. Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to develop and execute effective government affairs strategies. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to clearly and persuasively communicate the organization’s positions to diverse audiences, including the ability to explain complex technical material to a lay audience in a compelling manner. Knowledge of the federal government, in particular civil (e.g NASA, NOAA) as well as DoD and IC (POM/ NDAA, IPPBE & PPBE) Energy and willingness to “roll up your sleeves” is absolutely essential! Nice-to-have Skills
Experience in philanthropy and / or non-government organizations (NGO’s) Background or education in a technical field such as engineering, physics, math, computer science or similar The salary range for this role is $150K- 250K and will depend on a candidate's skills, qualifications, and experience as defined during the interview process. About Muon Space
Founded in 2021, Muon Space is an end-to-end Space Systems Provider that designs, builds, and operates LEO satellite constellations delivering mission-critical data. Our revolutionary, integrated technology stack enables customers to optimize every dimension of their missions for faster time-to-orbit and superior constellation remote sensing performance. Our state-of-the-art facility in the heart of Silicon Valley is optimized for manufacturing spacecraft and rapid, flexible payload integration at scale. From climate monitoring to national security, Muon Space is dedicated to delivering Earth Intelligence for a safer and more resilient world. Taking Care of Our Team
At Muon, salary is only part of our total compensation package. In addition to salary, we provide equity compensation as well as benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401k retirement plan, short & long term disability and life insurance. We also offer three weeks paid vacation for new employees, along with 12 paid holidays, unlimited sick time and paid parental leave. Our mission embraces the entire planet and we believe our team should too. Muon is dedicated to creating a diverse and dynamic company and workforce. We believe in equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, age, national origin, citizenship, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, or gender identity. We value diversity in the workplace, and that starts with our applicants. We encourage you to apply, even if you don't check all the boxes, and we look forward to reviewing your application! In addition, if you need a reasonable accommodation as part of your application for employment or interviews with us, please let us know. This position requires access to export controlled information. To conform to U.S. Government export regulations applicable to that information, applicant must either be (A) a U.S. person, defined as a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (green card holder), (iii) refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, (B) eligible to access the export controlled information without a required export authorization, or (C) eligible and reasonably likely to obtain the required export authorization from the applicable U.S. government agency. The Company may, for legitimate business reasons, decline to pursue any export licensing process.
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Washington, DC [Remote] Responsibilities
Position the company to drive and scale repeatable federal revenue growth Develop and implement multi-year shaping and engagement strategy for Congress in partnership with President, CEO and GTM team Partner with GTM team to identify business opportunities that require GovAffairs support and shaping efforts Develop and maintain trusted relationships with government officials, legislators, and regulatory agencies to advance the organization's interests and advocate for favorable policies Monitor legislative and regulatory proposals at the local, state, and federal levels, and provide in-depth analysis of their potential impact on the organization. Support the unique coalitions Muon builds, for example in our Wildfire initiative, in which state governments and aligned philanthropies apply Muon’s technology to social impact missions Collaborate with industry associations, advocacy groups, and other stakeholders to build coalitions and alliances that amplify the organization's advocacy efforts Manage external LegAffairs/GovAffairs consultants and advisors Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in political science, public policy, government / international relations, science, engineering or mathematics. Minimum of 5 years of experience in government affairs, lobbying, or a related role, with a strong understanding of the legislative and regulatory process. In-depth knowledge of relevant policy issues and a demonstrated ability to analyze and communicate complex policy matters. Proven ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with government officials, policymakers, and industry stakeholders. Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to develop and execute effective government affairs strategies. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to clearly and persuasively communicate the organization’s positions to diverse audiences, including the ability to explain complex technical material to a lay audience in a compelling manner. Knowledge of the federal government, in particular civil (e.g NASA, NOAA) as well as DoD and IC (POM/ NDAA, IPPBE & PPBE) Energy and willingness to “roll up your sleeves” is absolutely essential! Nice-to-have Skills
Experience in philanthropy and / or non-government organizations (NGO’s) Background or education in a technical field such as engineering, physics, math, computer science or similar The salary range for this role is $150K- 250K and will depend on a candidate's skills, qualifications, and experience as defined during the interview process. About Muon Space
Founded in 2021, Muon Space is an end-to-end Space Systems Provider that designs, builds, and operates LEO satellite constellations delivering mission-critical data. Our revolutionary, integrated technology stack enables customers to optimize every dimension of their missions for faster time-to-orbit and superior constellation remote sensing performance. Our state-of-the-art facility in the heart of Silicon Valley is optimized for manufacturing spacecraft and rapid, flexible payload integration at scale. From climate monitoring to national security, Muon Space is dedicated to delivering Earth Intelligence for a safer and more resilient world. Taking Care of Our Team
At Muon, salary is only part of our total compensation package. In addition to salary, we provide equity compensation as well as benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401k retirement plan, short & long term disability and life insurance. We also offer three weeks paid vacation for new employees, along with 12 paid holidays, unlimited sick time and paid parental leave. Our mission embraces the entire planet and we believe our team should too. Muon is dedicated to creating a diverse and dynamic company and workforce. We believe in equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, age, national origin, citizenship, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, or gender identity. We value diversity in the workplace, and that starts with our applicants. We encourage you to apply, even if you don't check all the boxes, and we look forward to reviewing your application! In addition, if you need a reasonable accommodation as part of your application for employment or interviews with us, please let us know. This position requires access to export controlled information. To conform to U.S. Government export regulations applicable to that information, applicant must either be (A) a U.S. person, defined as a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (green card holder), (iii) refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, (B) eligible to access the export controlled information without a required export authorization, or (C) eligible and reasonably likely to obtain the required export authorization from the applicable U.S. government agency. The Company may, for legitimate business reasons, decline to pursue any export licensing process.
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