Government Relations Director Job at Royce Geo, Arlington, VA

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  • Royce Geo
  • Arlington, VA

Job Description

Government Relations Director Location Hybrid work in Arlington, VA :

Why Choose Royce Geo, a GRVTY Company

We're not your typical government contracting company, nor do we want to be. At Royce Geo, a GRVTY Company we live for building durable and long-lasting relationships with our clients, providing exceptional service with a CAN'T QUIT / WON'T QUIT attitude. We are creating a culture of winning, optimism, FUN and caring for the person next to you. If you want to work in a real team environment and share the wealth and satisfaction of providing real value to your customer, then this company may be just for you.

Royce Geo, A GRVTY Company, prides ourselves in our values-first approach. Our values of Accountability, Attitude, Communication, Innovation, and Leadership are integrated into how we approach problems, guide our interactions with others, and create the framework for our culture. We recognize and reward our team members that champion these attributes.We offer a competitive benefit package that is designed to attract and retain exceptional talent. We take care of our team members from multiple facets including health, financial and well-being programs:

  • Robust health plan including medical, dental, and vision
  • Health Savings Account with company contribution
  • Annual Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • 401k with generous company match
  • Training and Development Opportunities
  • Award Programs
  • Variety of Company Sponsored Events

Position Summary:

We are seeking a highly motivated and knowledgeable Government Relations Director to support GRVTY National Security initiatives. This role will play a critical part in representing the company's interests before federal agencies, Congress, and key stakeholders, while ensuring alignment with national security priorities and compliance with government regulations. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of the U.S. defense and national security procurement process, relevant legislation, and public policy dynamics. This role will be a direct report to GRVTY's CEO and Senior Advisory Board.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Advocacy & Policy Engagement
    • Develop and implement government relations strategies to support the company's defense programs and business objectives.
    • Monitor and influence defense-related legislative and regulatory developments at the federal level.
    • Engage with Congressional offices, the Department of Defense (DoD), and other relevant federal agencies.
  • Stakeholder Management
    • Build and maintain relationships with key policymakers, committee staff, agency officials, industry associations, and think tanks.
    • Coordinate site visits, briefings, and other engagements to showcase company capabilities and impact.
  • Internal Coordination
    • Serve as lead on all government relations campaign development for GRVTY initiatives supporting program growth and advocacy.
    • Coordinate with GRVTY's established lobbying activities to expand reach throughout Capitol Hill.
    • Work cross-functionally with GRVTY's executive, marketing/communication, program management, and growth teams to align government relations with operational goals.
    • Provide timely analysis, briefings, and strategic recommendations to senior leadership.
  • Compliance & Reporting
    • Ensure all lobbying and advocacy activities comply with the Lobbying Disclosure Act (LDA), FAR/DFARS regulations, ITAR, and other applicable laws.
    • Support internal reporting, including congressional engagement tracking, and Key Performance Indicators.

Qualifications :

  • U.S. citizenship with a Top Secret Clearance is required.
  • Bachelor's degree in Political Science, International Relations, Public Policy, Engineering or a related field (Master's preferred).
  • Ideal candidate will be located in the DC Metro area.
  • Ideal candidate will have a strong background in defense technology
  • 5-10 years of experience in government affairs, legislative policy, or defense industry engagement.
  • Familiarity with U.S. federal budget and appropriations processes, particularly in defense and national security.
  • Strong knowledge of defense acquisition policies and contracting frameworks (FAR/DFARS).
  • Excellent written and verbal communication, with ability to translate complex issues into clear advocacy messages.
  • Existing relationships within DoD, Congress (especially SSCI/HPSCI/HASC/SASC/HACD/SACD), and related federal agencies a strong plus.

Desired Qualifications:

  • Prior work in or with the Department of Defense, Intelligence Community and/ or Armed Services Committees.
  • Experience supporting large-scale defense contracts or programs.
  • Knowledge of industrial base and supply chain issues affecting national defense.

EEO Statement

Royce Geo, a GRVTY Company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Anyone requiring reasonable accommodations should email recruiting@grvty.com with requested details. A member of the HR team will respond to your request within 2 business days. Please review our current job openings and apply for the positions you believe may be a fit. If you are not an immediate fit, we will also keep your resume in our database for future opportunities.

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About Royce Geo

GRVTY is a defense technology company. Our automated ISR&T platforms, software and data solutions help our defense, intelligence and homeland security customers turn insight into action faster and with confidence.

Job Tags

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