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Director of Policy and Government Affairs

Radiant · Washington, D.C. · On-site

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About Radiant

Radiant builds Kaleidos, a portable, factory-built nuclear microreactor that delivers a megawatt of clean power anywhere it is needed. Backed by a16z, Felicis and USV.

About the role

Develop and execute Radiant’s congressional affairs strategy in support of key U.S. government programs, customer priorities, and deployment timelines. Build and maintain strong relationships with Members of Congress, committee staff, leadership offices, and personal offices, particularly across defense, energy, appropriations, and homeland security portfolios.

What they're looking for

  • Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field of study
  • 7+ years of experience in congressional policy, appropriations, or government affairs
  • Experience working on Capitol Hill or closely with Congress
  • Strong understanding of the congressional authorization and appropriations process
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Experience working for a congressional appropriations or authorizing committee
More about this role

Radiant is an El Segundo, CA-based startup building the world’s first mass-produced, portable nuclear microreactors. The company’s first reactor, Kaleidos, is a 1-megawatt, fail-safe microreactor that can be transported anywhere power is needed and run for up to 5 years without refueling. Portable nuclear power with rapid-deploy capability can replace similar-sized diesel generators and provide critical asset support for hospitals, data centers, remote sites, and military bases. Radiant’s unique, practical approach to nuclear development leverages modern software engineering to rapidly deliver safe, factory-built microreactors that use existing, well-qualified materials. Founded in 2020, Radiant is on track to test its first reactor at the Idaho National Laboratory this summer, with initial customer deliveries beginning in 2028.

About the Role

Radiant is seeking a Director of Policy and Government Affairs , to lead the company’s engagement with Congress and help shape the policy, authorization, and appropriations environment required to deploy microreactors across U.S. government customers.

This role sits at the center of Radiant’s federal growth strategy. Because many of...

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