Applied Intuition, Inc. is powering the future of physical AI. Founded in 2017 and now valued at $15 billion, the Silicon Valley company is creating the digital infrastructure needed to bring intelligence to every moving machine on the planet. Applied Intuition services the automotive, defense, trucking, construction, mining and agriculture industries in three core areas: tools and infrastructure, operating systems, and autonomy. Eighteen of the top 20 global automakers, as well as the United States military and its allies, trust the company’s solutions to deliver physical intelligence. Applied Intuition is headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, with offices in Washington, D.C.; San Diego; Ft. Walton Beach, Florida; Ann Arbor, Michigan; London; Stuttgart; Munich; Stockholm; Bangalore; Seoul; and Tokyo. Learn more at applied.co.

We are an in-office company, and our expectation is that full-time employees primarily work from their Applied Intuition office 5 days a week. However, we also recognize the importance of flexibility and trust our employees to manage their schedules responsibly. This may include occasional remote work, starting the day with morning meetings from home before heading to the office, or leaving earlier when needed to accommodate family commitments. This in-office expectation does not apply to contractor positions

About the role

We are looking for a Director of Government Affairs to join our fast-growing Government Team. You will develop and execute legislative strategies, shape strategic communications, and manage engagements in Congressional and Executive branches. Duties will include shaping and monitoring legislation related to autonomy and AI in defense, developing positions and responses to policy and appropriations, and representing the company in front of key policymakers.

At Applied Intuition, you will

Develop, maintain, and build networks of relationships with Members of Congress and Congressional staff on relevant Appropriations and Authorization Committees and Subcommittees

Shape federal legislative priorities, political strategy, and policy development; understand business priorities, growth opportunities and potential risks to inform policy objectives

Work closely with Applied’s business development teams, external government affairs consultants, associations, and industry partners

Draft legislative language, policy briefings and presentations, hearing testimony, and position papers

Build coalitions across interest groups for trusted autonomy

Monitor and analyze federal legislative proposals

Partner with cross-functional leaders to ensure successful completion across any special projects

We're looking for someone who has

8 - 10 years of Capitol Hill, federal government, and/or issue advocacy experience

Familiarity with federal legislative landscape and Appropriations/Authorization processes

Expertise in defense, national security, autonomy, and/or emerging technologies

Established bipartisan relationships with relevant Congressional offices and committees

Ability to prioritize and multitask effectively in a fast-paced environment

Strong organizational skills and highly detail-oriented

Proven track record of execution

A sense of humor

Bachelors Degree in Political Science or relevant field

Nice to have

1-3 years of lobbying experience

“Can-do” attitude–no task is too small

Graduate degree with a focus on legislative process, technology, and/or national security

Technical background, particularly related to autonomy or artificial intelligence

Compensation at Applied Intuition for eligible roles includes base salary, equity, and benefits. Base salary is a single component of the total compensation package, which may also include equity in the form of options and/or restricted stock units, comprehensive health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance coverage, 401k retirement benefits with employer match, learning and wellness stipends, and paid time off. Note that benefits are subject to change and may vary based on jurisdiction of employment.