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Government Affairs Associate

Applied Intuition· Government Affairs
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Washington, DC$105k - $125kfull-timePosted 5mo ago

About the role

Role supporting Applied Intuition's executive and legislative strategies, shaping external messaging, and engaging with policymakers on autonomy, defense technology, and physical AI. Includes tracking legislation, developing positions, and representing the company in meetings with policymakers.

Responsibilities

  • Build and maintain relationships with Members of Congress and congressional staff on relevant Appropriations and Authorization Committees/Subcommittees.
  • Help shape the company’s federal legislative priorities, policy positions, and political engagement strategy by understanding business objectives, growth opportunities, and potential risks.
  • Work closely with Applied’s external government affairs consultants, trade associations, and industry partners to advance shared priorities.
  • Draft legislative language, policy memoranda, briefing materials, presentations, hearing testimony, and position papers.
  • Support and manage the company’s political action committee with strong attention to detail for compliance and execution.
  • Partner with cross-functional leaders across the company to drive special projects and ensure timely, high-quality execution.

Qualifications

  • 2-5 years of experience on Capitol Hill or in the executive branch, in policy and legislative analysis, or issue advocacy.
  • Strong familiarity with the federal legislative process, including Appropriations and Authorization.
  • Knowledge of autonomy, emerging technologies, and defense technology policy.
  • Strong organizational skills and close attention to detail to operate effectively in a fast-paced environment.
  • A demonstrated track record of strong execution and results-driven mentality.
  • A practical, team-oriented, and customer-centric mindset and a willingness to take on tasks at any level.
  • A sense of humor and a can-do attitude

Skills

Required:Relationship building with policymakersPolicy analysis and legislative draftingRegulatory and compliance managementCross-functional collaboration

Benefits

  • comprehensive health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance coverage
  • 401k retirement benefits with employer match
  • learning and wellness stipends
  • paid time off
Last updated May 26, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

About Applied Intuition

Building vehicle intelligence | Applied Intuition

Applied Intuition is the vehicle intelligence company with the tools, Vehicle OS, and autonomy stacks for creating safe, AI-powered vehicle experiences.

AIAutonomy stacksSelf-Driving SystemSimulationTesting & ValidationVehicle IntelligenceVehicle OSai-infrastructure-and-development
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