Federal Communications Manager

Location: Washington, District of Columbia, United States

Salary: $110,500–$154,500 USD annually; base salary only. Equity grants may be included in total compensation.

Company

hirify.global is a defense technology company designing and manufacturing high-performance unmanned systems to rebuild the U.S. drone industrial base.

What you will do

• Build relationships with defense-related think tanks and journalists influencing Congress, the Pentagon, and the Executive Branch.
• Partner with the Marketing Team on messaging campaigns, social events, and white papers for government audiences.
• Shape narratives around hirify.global's unmanned systems and defense capabilities.
• Translate complex technical issues into compelling communications for federal stakeholders.

Requirements

• 6+ years of experience in federal communications within Congress, the Executive Branch, or defense-related journalism.
• Understanding of the U.S. defense ecosystem, including DoD procurement, congressional appropriations, and national security policy.
• Strong existing relationships with think tanks and national-level journalists.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and public speaking skills.

Nice to have

• Private-sector company experience.
• Legislative and Executive Branch experience, preferably with DoD.
• Photography and videography skills.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.

Culture & Benefits

• Fast-paced, hands-on environment focused on moving defense capabilities from design to deployment.
• Work on unmanned systems tested in combat and produced at scale.
• Highly competitive equity grants considered part of the total compensation package.
• Equal opportunity employment for applicants regardless of protected characteristics.