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General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems (GA-EMS) designs and manufactures first-of-a-kind electromagnetic and electric power generation systems. GA-EMS’ expanding portfolio of specialized products and integrated system solutions support critical fleet, space systems and satellites, missile defense, power and energy, and process and monitoring applications for defense, industrial, and commercial customers worldwide.

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We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Director of Legislative and Policy Affairs to work in our Washington D.C. location.

This position reports to the Vice President, Washington Operations and is responsible for directing business development and legislative affairs for General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems (GA-EMS) Group’s government and commercial technologies and products. This position represents GA-EMS Group on policy, funding and technical matters with members of the Executive and Legislative Branches of Government, directs the development and implementation of short and long-term objectives for the GA-EMS Group and consults with management and executive management to implement current, annual, and long-term business development and policy objectives for the organization. Provides guidance in implementing new and revised strategic objectives and acts as a liaison with other General Atomics & Affiliated Companies, associations, federal, state and local political and grass root organizations. This position represents GA-EMS Group with customers and potential customers, and business and non-business communities. Responsible for observing all laws to include applicable lobbying, contribution and foreign corruption practice act (FCPA) and applicable business regulations and company policy procedures.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Will contribute in the execution of all phases of business development, and management of legislative and policy activities in coordination with Director, Legislative and Policy Affairs to ensure business and financial objectives are attained.

• In consultation with Vice President, Washington Operations manage the development of new strategic business opportunities and expansion of existing business opportunities with Government and Commercial Strategic Development senior leaders, Strategic Development personnel and GA-EMS business units.

• Consult with Vice President, Washington Operations management in pursuing business partnerships, regional policy or business alliances, and association alliances that enhance the capabilities of the organization.

• Manage activities to identify markets, licensing opportunities, and determine the feasibility of product development as it pertains to federal, state and local government requirements and available resources.

• Manage the assessment of potential international, US federal government and statewide business opportunities through activities such as identifying customer needs, international and US federal and state funding and policy legislation, business and policy trends, and monitoring competitive activity.

• Participate and influence the preparation of strategic government and commercial business plans worldwide and evaluate all potential domestic and international business plans for potential policy conflicts with Congress and US Department of State.

• Provide guidance, assistance and advice to individual business units in the form of research and insight into matters pertaining to funding, policy and export of key GA-EMS technologies worldwide.

• Maintain the strict confidentiality of sensitive information.

• Ensure all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations are observed wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company. Ensure work is accomplished in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

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Job Qualifications:

• Typically requires a Bachelors or Masters in business administration or a related field and fifteen or more years of progressively complex experience in business development with at least nine years managing business development activities. May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education

• Active DoD Top Secret Security Clearance is desired

• Must demonstrate a detailed and extensive expertise and application of business development principles and concepts, and practice as well as comprehensive project management and leadership skills including organizing, planning, scheduling, and coordinating workloads to meet established deadlines or milestones.

• Must possess the ability to resolve unusually complex problems

• Serve as spokesperson on projects and be an expert in one or more areas of business development.

• Strong communication, leadership, presentation, and interpersonal skills are required to enable an effective interface with other departments, all levels of management, professional and support staff, customers, potential customers, and government representatives.

• Customer focused, must be able to work on a self-initiated basis and in a team environment.

Salary: $155,370 - $289,320 Travel Percentage Required 0 - 25 Relocation Assistance Provided Provided US Citizenship Required? Yes Clearance Required? Desired Clearance Level Top Secret Workstyle Remote

General Atomics is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, ancestry, gender, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, transitioning status, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, medical condition, mental disability, physical disability, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law. EEO is the law. We also prohibit compensation discrimination under all applicable laws. To learn more visit https://tbcdn.talentbrew.com/company/499/v2_0/EEO Notices.pdf. U.S. Citizenship is required for certain positions.