Director of Government Affairs

Director of Government Affairs

Loft Federal is committed to delivering the U.S. national security space community a fast, affordable, and streamlined pathway to orbit. As a wholly owned U.S. subsidiary of Loft Orbital Solutions, Inc., we specialize in providing mission-ready space infrastructure with unmatched efficiency.

At Loft, we empower our team with autonomy, ownership, and bold problem-solving opportunities while fostering a tight-knit, supportive environment. We believe that diversity, inclusivity, and community are the foundation of an open and innovative culture. We value kind, collaborative, and mission-driven teammates who excel in problem-solving and communication.

Loft Federal, a fast-moving, non-traditional defense contractor delivering space infrastructure at mission speed, is seeking a mission-oriented Director of Government Affairs to lead its external engagement strategy across the U.S. Government, allied defense ministries, and national security space stakeholders. Based in Washington, D.C., this position will advance Loft Federal's strategic interests in policy, funding, and acquisition processes, positioning the company as a trusted and innovative partner for the Department of Defense, the Intelligence Community, and international allies.

The Director of Government Affairs will report to the VP for Strategy and Development and work closely with the executive team, program managers, and business development leads to align Loft Federal's growth strategy with emerging defense space priorities.

What You'll Do

• Government Affairs Strategy & Policy Advocacy

Lead the development and execution of Loft Federal's government affairs strategy, with a focus on national security space policy, funding, and acquisition reform.

Serve as the primary interface to Congress (e.g., SASC, HASC, appropriations committees), DoD DMV offices (e.g., SAF / SQ, USSF, SDA), and IC elements (e.g., NRO, NGA).

Provide strategic guidance to capture, engineering, and executive teams on aligning capabilities with DoD / IC mission needs.

What You'll Bring

Why Join Loft Federal

Salary Range : $180,000 - $240,000 USD

Equal Employment Opportunity & Affirmative Action

Loft Federal is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, ancestry, veteran status, genetic information, disability, pregnancy, or any other legally protected status.

Accessibility & Accommodations : If you require a reasonable accommodation due to a disability when applying for an open position, please contact us at recruiting@loftfederal.com for assistance.

We Hire for Talent, Not Just Resumes : Research shows that while men apply for jobs when they meet about 60% of the qualifications, women and other underrepresented groups tend to apply only when they meet 100% of the listed criteria. At Loft Federal, we value diverse perspectives, respectful debate, and people who challenge assumptions. If you're excited about a role but don't meet every requirement, we strongly encourage you to apply.

Third-Party Recruiters & Agencies : No outside recruiters, please. Loft Federal does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, staffing agencies, or third-party recruiters. We will not pay fees for candidates submitted without a signed agreement in place.