Head of Aerospace & Defense Government Affairs

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Chief Executives Other General Government Support

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About the role

Phoenix Tailings is seeking a senior government affairs leader to define and execute our aerospace and defense engagement strategy at the highest levels of the U.S. government. This role directly shapes how Phoenix becomes a trusted supplier of critical metals to the defense industrial base and a strategic partner to DoD, Congress, and federal agencies. You will own and drive the government affairs program, engage with DoD, lawmakers, and agencies on procurement, policy, and funding, and

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