Director of Government Affairs & Business Development

Venturi Astrolab, Inc. (Astrolab) is pioneering new ways to explore and operate on distant planetary bodies. We are singularly focused on designing, building, and operating a fleet of multi-purpose commercial planetary rovers to extend and enhance humanity’s presence in the solar system. We are seeking motivated, creative, and exceptional people to join our world-class team. 

Astrolab is seeking a Director of Government Affairs & Business Development to lead our engagement with government agencies, policymakers, and regulatory bodies. This role will also drive Astrolab’s domestic and international government business development and payload sales, with a particular emphasis on international agency engagement. This individual will play a critical role in shaping our relationships with key stakeholders in the U.S. government, international space agencies, and other relevant entities to advance Astrolab’s strategic objectives. 

What you’ll do:

• Develop and execute sales strategies to engage with federal, state, and international government entities to support Astrolab’s business and policy goals 
• Serve as a primary liaison between Astrolab and government agencies such as NASA, the U.S. Department of Defense, the U.S. State Department, and regulatory bodies 
• Conduct negotiations for contracts, agreements, and partnerships with domestic and international government entities, ensuring favorable terms for Astrolab while building long-term relationships with customers and partners 
• Monitor, analyze, and report on legislative and regulatory developments that may impact Astrolab’s operations and objectives 
• Advocate for policies and initiatives that align with Astrolab’s mission and support the growth of the commercial space industry 
• Collaborate with internal teams, including legal, engineering, and business development, to ensure regulatory compliance and align policy efforts with company goals 
• Build relationships with key government stakeholders, decision-makers, industry groups, and trade associations to enhance Astrolab’s influence in the space sector and expand Astrolab’s commercial pipeline for payload sales 
• Shape of strategy and capture for Astrolab’s key government contracts 
• Assist in the preparation of government proposals, policy briefs, and official correspondence 
• Represent Astrolab at government meetings, industry conferences, and public forums 

What you’ll bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Political Science, Public Policy, International Relations, Engineering, or a related field (advanced degree preferred) 
• 10+ years of experience in government affairs, public policy, or regulatory engagement, preferably in the aerospace or defense industry 
• Deep understanding of the U.S. legislative and regulatory processes related to space exploration and commercial space operations 
• Established relationships with government agencies, policymakers, and industry groups in the space sector 
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and advocacy skills 
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment 
• Experience with ITAR, EAR, and other space-related regulatory frameworks 

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