Head of Federal Strategy – Government Affairs

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in District of Columbia, +1 more state.

📋 Description

• Lead the strategy for federal engagement and funding in collaboration with senior leadership, focusing on efforts to secure continuous congressional funding.

• Evaluate federal priorities and budget developments, setting priorities that align with BioMADE’s mission, business opportunities, and available resources.

• Establish trusted relationships with congressional staff and federal officials, particularly within congressional defense committees and the national security community.

• Analyze legislation and regulations that may impact BioMADE.

• Create and draft policy or legislative proposals.

• Represent BioMADE autonomously while coordinating with senior leadership engagement.

• Develop relationships in Washington and identify federal business opportunities with leaders in Defense & Industrial Base Services and the Pilot Plant Network.

• Assess the needs of government customers and strategic fit, identifying funding paths from agency headquarters.

• Draft and coordinate materials that articulate BioMADE’s capabilities while advocating for priorities, funding requests, and proposed actions.

• Lead responses to inquiries from congressional and agency stakeholders.

• Collaborate with technical, business, and communications teams.

• Oversee external government affairs firms and support resources.

• Report directly to the Chief Executive Officer.

⛳️ Requirements

• A minimum of 10 years of experience in government-facing business development, strategy, government affairs, or similar public service roles.

• Proven track record of developing and executing strategies that secure funding, advance business opportunities, or meet institutional objectives through sustained advocacy and targeted follow-through.

• Practical knowledge of federal decision-making and funding mechanisms.

• Ability to independently navigate Washington and engage credibly with government counterparts.

• Relevant experience in defense or national security is highly desirable.

• Strong business judgment with the capability to assess government needs and create mission-aligned opportunities alongside technical and business teams.

• Capacity to thrive in a fast-paced environment with tight, externally imposed deadlines.

• Excellent writing and analytical skills.

• Experience in developing substantive materials for decision-makers.

• Initiative, discretion, and the ability to effectively collaborate across the organization.

• Familiarity with bioindustrial manufacturing is advantageous, though not mandatory.

• Willingness to learn about BioMADE’s initiatives and articulate their relevance to government priorities.

• U.S. citizenship is required to be eligible for a U.S. government security clearance.

• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain the necessary security clearance.

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive employer-paid medical insurance options for employees, with low-cost buy-up options available.

• Generous cost-sharing for medical insurance for spouses and children.

• Option for a Health Savings Account.

• Full employer-paid dental and vision insurance for employees.

• Affordable dental insurance for spouses and children, including coverage for child orthodontia.

• Vision coverage for employees and their spouses/children.

• Section 125 Flexible Spending Plan options for medical, dependent care, and commuter pre-tax benefits.

• 100% employer-paid life insurance.

• 100% employer-paid short-term disability insurance.

• Affordable voluntary long-term disability insurance.

• 401(k) retirement plan with up to a 6% match and no vesting period.

• Discretionary Incentive Plan based on both organizational and individual performance.

• Paid Time Off accruing from the date of hire.

• 13 paid holidays, including winter break.

• Up to 8 weeks of paid parental leave.

• Full access to LinkedIn Learning’s Suite.

• Hybrid Work Policy applicable to most positions.

• Stipend for internet and personal cell phone usage.

• Free parking available.

• Casual dress code.

• Complimentary snacks and beverages at CA and MN office locations.

• On-site and off-site employee activities.

• Access to an on-site gym.

• Pet-friendly office space.