Director of Government Relations And Public Funding

Austin, Texas, United States

Recruiter Summary of Position

* Job Title: Director of Government Relations & Public Funding * Location: Open to US-based candidates. Preferred locations include Austin, Texas or Florida or Ohio or Washington D.C. * Work Arrangement: Hybrid (Austin, TX area) or remote (Other locations) * Travel: 50% * Compensation: $135,000 base salary + $55,000 bonus

Required Skills

* 10+ years of experience in government relations, public funding strategy, industrial policy, or strategic business development. * Proven track record navigating federal funding ecosystems, appropriations, and public-private partnerships. * Active network within key federal agencies (DoW – formerly DoD, DoE, DoC). * Familiarity with IRA, IIJA, NIST, and state-level incentive programs.

Preferred Skills

* Industry background in advanced manufacturing, additive manufacturing, defense, or clean energy. * Experience working with industry coalitions, trade associations, or manufacturing policy initiatives preferred

Employer Value Proposition

Drive the future of resilient, domestic supply chains by positioning a global pioneer in advanced additive manufacturing at the center of landmark federal funding initiatives. You will operate with high autonomy, representing a brand dedicated to responsible and sustainable manufacturing.

Job Description

Director of Government Relations & Public Funding As our Director of Government Relations & Public Funding, you will quarterback the strategic intersection of cutting-edge technology, national industrial policy, and multi-million-dollar federal investments. You will spend your days bridging the gap between visionary engineers and high-level policymakers, positioning a global leader in industrial 3D printing to secure major funding that strengthens domestic supply chains, defense infrastructure, and clean energy initiatives. This is your cha