Public Policy Manager

Istari; Arlington (VA); Vor Ort; USD 80.000 - 100.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Bonuses

Equity

Comprehensive benefits

Zusammenfassung

Istari is seeking a Policy Analyst in the Arlington, VA area to advance federal strategy, secure funding, and support business development. You will own policy issues, conduct independent research, and translate insights for leadership at the intersection of national security, emerging technology, and federal policy.

You will lead research on legislation, budgets, and regulatory developments, develop policy positions, and engage with congressional offices and agencies.

Qualifikationen

• 3–5 years of experience in public policy, government affairs, congressional offices, federal agencies, lobbying, or related field.
• Bachelor's degree in Political Science, Public Policy, Government, International Affairs, or related discipline.
• Strong understanding of Congress, the Executive Branch, federal budgeting, and the policymaking process.
• Ability to independently research complex policy issues, assess implications, and develop actionable recommendations.
• Excellent analytical, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Experience managing policy initiatives or research portfolios with limited oversight.
• Willingness to travel up to 25%.

Aufgaben

• Manage key policy portfolios, independently monitoring developments and recommending strategic actions.
• Lead research and analysis of federal legislation, appropriations, authorizations, and regulatory developments.
• Develop policy positions, legislative proposals, and engagement strategies.
• Identify federal funding opportunities and policy initiatives to support business development.
• Analyze congressional and agency priorities, budgets, and defense programs for opportunities and risks.
• Lead government affairs initiatives from research to execution.
• Build relationships with congressional offices, federal agencies, and industry partners.
• Produce policy analyses, position papers, and strategic recommendations for leadership.
• Represent Istari at congressional meetings, agency engagements, and industry events.
• Collaborate with business development, product, and engineering to align policy with customer needs.

Kenntnisse

Policy analysis

Public policy

Written communication

Verbal communication

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Travel readiness

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Political Science/Public Policy/Government/International Affairs

Tools

CRM

MS Office/Google Workspace

Jobbeschreibung

Government affairs plays a strategic role at Istari, advancing the company's federal strategy, securing funding, supporting business development, and building relationships across Congress, federal agencies, and industry.

Reporting to the Director of Government and External Affairs and working closely with executive leadership, the Policy Analyst will own key policy issues, conduct independent research, and develop strategies that advance Istari's priorities. This role requires strong analytical judgment, initiative, and the ability to translate complex policy developments into strategic opportunities at the intersection of national security, emerging technology, and federal policy.

Core Responsibilities

• Manage key policy portfolios, independently monitoring developments, assessing implications, and recommending strategic actions.
• Lead research and analysis of federal legislation, appropriations, authorizations, executive branch initiatives, and regulatory developments.
• Develop policy positions, legislative proposals, and engagement strategies aligned with Istari's business and technology objectives.
• Identify federal funding opportunities, emerging government priorities, and policy initiatives that support business development and market expansion.
• Analyze congressional and agency priorities, federal budgets, and defense programs to identify opportunities and risks.
• Lead specific government affairs initiatives, managing research, stakeholder engagement, and execution from start to finish.
• Build and maintain relationships with congressional offices, federal agencies, industry organizations, and strategic partners.
• Produce substantive policy analyses, position papers, and strategic recommendations to inform leadership decisions.
• Represent Istari at congressional meetings, agency engagements, conferences, and industry events.
• Collaborate with business development, product, and engineering teams to connect policy priorities with customer needs and company strategy.
• Coordinate strategic engagements and cross-functional initiatives, ensuring accountability and follow-through.

Required Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in public policy, government affairs, congressional offices, federal agencies, lobbying, or a related field.
• Bachelor's degree in Political Science, Public Policy, Government, International Affairs, or a related discipline (or equivalent experience).
• Strong understanding of Congress, the Executive Branch, federal budgeting, and the policymaking process.
• Demonstrated ability to independently research complex policy issues, assess implications, and develop actionable recommendations.
• Excellent analytical, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Experience managing policy initiatives, legislative priorities, or research portfolios with limited oversight.
• Strong judgment, initiative, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple priorities independently.
• Experience engaging with congressional staff, federal officials, senior executives, and external stakeholders.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Workspace; CRM experience preferred.
• Interest or experience in aerospace, defense, national security, artificial intelligence, or emerging technologies.
• Willingness to travel up to 25%.

Preferred Experience

• Experience in a congressional office, federal agency, think tank, government affairs firm, or in-house policy team.
• Familiarity with federal appropriations, authorizations, defense budgeting, and acquisition policy.
• Experience developing legislative proposals, policy recommendations, or government engagement strategies.
• Experience connecting policy developments to business development opportunities and organizational strategy.

About Istari Digital

Istari is a digital engineering software company building open, scalable infrastructure for engineering data. Our platform lets customers simply and securely integrate engineering models across disciplines, organizations, and security levels — whether they're designing prototypes, performing virtual testing, or training AI and autonomy for complex systems.

Focus is rewarded. Finish is remembered.

Facts are friendly. Even when they are not fun.

Fellowship is fundamental. Make others successful.

80000 - 100000 USD a year

The anticipated compensation range for this position may vary based on experience, skills, qualifications, location, and business needs. In addition to base salary, this role may be eligible for bonuses, equity, and a comprehensive benefits package.