Defense Government Relations & BD Director

Bascom Hunter; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Bascom Hunter seeks a Director of Government Relations & Business Development to represent the company before DoD, Congress, and federal stakeholders. The role supports defense business development, capture activities, and strategic engagement with industry partners.

The ideal candidate has DoD and Capitol Hill experience, knowledge of defense electronics, and a strong grasp of federal spending and acquisition processes.
Location: Washington, DC or Baton Rouge, LA. Limited travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferred.
• 8+ years in government relations, legislative affairs, or defense business development.
• Direct DoD and Capitol Hill experience strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of defense electronics systems and federal budgeting processes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication for senior leadership.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a government relations strategy aligning priorities with Bascom Hunter's growth goals.
• Build relationships with congressional members, defense committees, DoD offices, and industry partners.
• Monitor defense budget, authorization, and procurement developments; brief leadership on implications.
• Educate policymakers on Bascom Hunter's capabilities; coordinate briefings and site visits.
• Collaborate with Growth Officer to integrate outreach with business development and capture.

Skills

DoD & Capitol Hill liaison

Defense electronics knowledge

Stakeholder engagement

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in political science / public policy / engineering or related field

Advanced degree a plus

Job description

Bascom Hunter seeks a Director of Government Relations & Business Development to represent the company before DoD, Congress, and federal stakeholders. The role supports defense business development, capture activities, and strategic engagement with industry partners.

The ideal candidate has DoD and Capitol Hill experience, knowledge of defense electronics, and a strong grasp of federal spending and acquisition processes.
Location: Washington, DC or Baton Rouge, LA. Limited travel.