Vice President – US Government Relations

Westinghouse Electric Company

. Lead Westinghouse's domestic engagement with the U.S.

Posted 9/17/2026full-timeRemote • District of Columbia • United StatesLead💰 $230,000 - $287,500 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in government relations and trade advocacy, with a strong focus on engaging high-profile stakeholders and executing integrated advocacy campaigns. Proven ability to navigate complex policy areas and secure government support for large-scale infrastructure initiatives.

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Government Relations ManagementTrade Advocacy ExpertiseIntegrated Campaign ExecutionStakeholder EngagementPolicy Development

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Hard Skills

Legislative AdvocacyGovernment ContractingPublic Policy AnalysisCampaign Strategy DevelopmentFunding Acquisition

Soft Skills

Strategic CommunicationLeadershipAdvisory SkillsNegotiation

Industry Keywords

Infrastructure PolicyTax PolicyTrade PolicyLabor PolicySafety PolicyWaste Management Policy

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead Westinghouse's domestic engagement with the U.S. Government, including Executive Offices, agencies, and Congress
Engage associations, think tanks, non-governmental organizations, and other third parties to support domestic growth strategy
Use governmental and industry relationships to advance Westinghouse's advocacy agenda and promote domestic civil nuclear projects
Advise the Executive Vice President, Corporate Affairs, and senior Westinghouse leaders on political, policy, and regulatory priorities
Develop and implement advocacy campaigns requiring U.S. Government advocacy or approval
Position Westinghouse in the public policy community and lead industry voices on legislative and policy priorities
Identify and secure government funding or support opportunities
Manage federal, state, and local government relations
Lead participation in outside business councils and trade associations
Represent Westinghouse interests in SES-level meetings

Requirements

What you’ll need

15+ years of experience in government or the private sector dealing with trade advocacy issues
Experience with legislative bodies, executive agencies, trade associations, and policy organizations
Experience working in an industry with large government contracting exposure
Knowledge of infrastructure, tax, trade, labor, safety, and waste management policy areas
Experience executing integrated campaigns supporting corporate priorities, including appropriations, domestic policy, and state and local relations for large-scale critical infrastructure and manufacturing initiatives
Expertise preparing and staffing senior business executives to deliver organizational messages in public and private settings with high-level policymakers
Expertise dealing with high-profile stakeholders such as elected officials, executives, and external constituencies

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive medical benefits including medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions options
Wellness Programs, including Employee Assistance Program for employees and household members
401(k) with Company Match Contributions
Paid Vacations and Company Holidays
Flexible Work Arrangements
Educational Reimbursement and Comprehensive Career Programs
Global Recognition and Service Programs
Employee Referral Program
Incentive pay based on company and individual performance may be available