Government Relations Manager

Amentum is a global leader in advanced engineering and innovative technology solutions, trusted by the United States and its allies to address their most significant and complex challenges in science, security and sustainability. Our people apply undaunted curiosity, relentless ambition and boundless imagination to challenge convention and drive progress. Our commitments are underpinned by the belief that safety, collaboration and well-being are integral to success. Headquartered in Chantilly, Virginia, we have approximately 50,000 employees in more than 70 countries across all 7 continents.

The Government Relations Manager supports the company’s federal government affairs function by managing the company’s Political Action Committee (PAC), overseeing department budgeting and compliance activities, and coordinating government affairs operations. Working as part of a high-impact team, the Manager will also support legislative engagement, trade association coordination, and external policy participation. This role provides exposure to senior leadership and policymakers and offers opportunities to grow into broader government relations responsibilities.

The ideal candidate is a proactive, highly organized professional with prior PAC management experience and familiarity with the defense, energy, or homeland security policy landscape. This is a HYBRID role that will require 2-3 days a week working onsite at the Navy Yard DC Office. US Citizenship is required.

Key Responsibilities:

Political Action Committee (PAC) Management

• Manage all operational aspects of the company PAC, including solicitations, compliance, reporting, and budgeting.
• Coordinate PAC briefings and employee engagement activities.
• Identify and manage PAC fundraising opportunities and event participation.
• Represent the company at PAC events and political fundraisers as appropriate.
• Coordinate with compliance vendors to ensure adherence to campaign finance regulations.
• Represent the company at both in DC and out of town PAC events and political fundraisers as appropriate

Compliance & Reporting

• Coordinate Lobbying Disclosure Act (LDA) compliance, including tracking lobbying activities and supporting preparation and filing of required reports.
• Work with internal stakeholders and external compliance vendors to ensure accurate and timely reporting related to lobbying and political activities.

Department Operations

• Manage the Government Relations department budget, including invoices, payments, and forecasting.
• Track expenses and support the annual budget planning process.
• Manage government relations memberships, sponsorships, and vendor coordination.
• Coordinate logistics for meetings, events, and internal government affairs activities at government relations offices
• Support company participation in congressional hearings, briefings, and policy discussions (in person and virtual)
• Coordinate the company’s engagement with relevant trade associations, industry coalitions, and policy organizations including attendance within DC functions
• Support Government Relations Office operations (in person) as appropriate

Legislative Affairs & Policy Support

• Monitor and analyze congressional and regulatory activity impacting company priorities.
• Support development and execution of federal legislative strategies.
• Draft briefing materials, policy updates, legislative language, and background memoranda.
• Coordinate meetings and briefings between company leadership and Members of Congress, congressional staff, and administration officials.
• Support company participation in congressional hearings, briefings, and policy discussions.
• Represent the company at policy forums and industry events within DC metro area as appropriate

Trade Associations & External Engagement

• Coordinate the company’s engagement with relevant trade associations, industry coalitions, and policy organizations.
• Track policy initiatives and advocacy efforts within key industry groups.
• Support company participation in industry meetings, working groups, and external policy events.
• Represent the company at policy forums and industry events as appropriate.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Strong writing, research, and analytical skills.
• Excellent organizational and relationship-building abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in political science, public policy, international relations, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in government affairs, Capitol Hill, or related public policy roles.
• Previous experience managing or supporting a corporate PAC required.
• Familiarity with Lobbying Disclosure Act (LDA) reporting and compliance.
• Familiarity with the federal legislative and appropriations processes.
• US Citizenship is required.

       

Compensation Details:

130-140K

       

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

 

Benefits Overview:

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid time off and holidays

• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)

• Educational reimbursement

• Parental leave

• Employee stock purchase plan

• Tax-saving options

• Disability and life insurance

• Pet insurance

 

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

       

Original Posting:

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

       

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