VP of Government Affairs
Listed on 2026-02-10
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Government
Government Affairs
Company Description
Hadron Energy specializes in Micro Modular Reactor (MMR) development, design, and research based in the San Francisco Bay Area. As the leading MMR developer, Hadron Energy is building factory-produced, transportable microreactors that provide 24/7 carbon-free power for data centers, government facilities, industrial sites, and remote communities. Our mission is to create a brighter, healthier, and more equitable energy future.
VP of Government Affairs– Role Description
This is a full-time on-site role for a VP of Government Affairs
, based in New York, NY
. This senior leadership position is ideal for a seasoned government relations and public policy executive with deep experience in the energy, climate, or nuclear sectors.
You will be responsible for developing and executing Hadron Energy's comprehensive government affairs strategy at the federal, state, and local levels. You will lead our engagement with Congress
, the Department of Energy (DOE), the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC), the Department of Defense (DOD), and other key agencies. This role is critical for shaping policy, securing government funding and grants, and building the strategic relationships necessary to support our reactor licensing and commercial deployment.
- Bachelor's, Master's, JD, or MBA in Public Policy
, Political Science
, Law
, Business Administration
, or a related field - 10+ years of senior-level experience in government affairs
, lobbying
, or public policy
, with significant experience in the energy, climate, or nuclear sector - Proven track record of successfully securing federal funding
, appropriations
, and DOE grants (e.g., LPO, ARDP) - Deep understanding of the legislative and regulatory processes
- Established, bipartisan network of contacts in Congress
, the White House
, and federal agencies (especially DOE
, NRC
, DOD
) - Experience shaping policy and regulations related to advanced energy or nuclear technologies
- Ability to translate complex technical and commercial goals into a clear public policy strategy
- Exceptional strategic planning, negotiation, and communication skills
- Passion for clean energy and a startup-minded approach to problem-solving
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