Head of Government Affairs

📋 Description

• Design and drive Fuse's government affairs strategy across lines and fiscal years.
• Plan and execute campaigns across defense, energy & water authorizations and appropriations.
• Represent Fuse before Members of Congress and staff, and senior officials.
• Build relationships inside the Pentagon and other agencies to shape programs and budgets.
• Direct outside lobbyists and consultants; set priorities and drive outcomes.
• Coordinate with founders and leadership on policy opportunities and execution.

🎯 Requirements

• Top-tier mindset; accountable for outcomes in ambiguity.
• Strong reputation on the Hill and in the building.
• Experience as congressional staffer on defense/energy committees and startup exposure.
• Record of favorable legislative outcomes or language success.
• Budget fluency across authorization and appropriation cycles.
• Sharp, persuasive communicator; able to engage diverse audiences.

🎁 Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Relocation assistance for roles that require it.
• Flexible time off. Take what you need, no accrual tracking.
• 2 weeks of paid time off built into the end of each year.
• Supportive leave of absence policies.
• Paid leave for new parents.