Strategic Relations Associate

About Metrea

Metrea specializes in delivering effects-as-a-service to national security stakeholders covering five domains and over twelve mission areas such as airborne ISR, electronic warfare, secure communications, aerial refueling, special air missions, aerial firefighting, and advanced simulation. The company manages the entire operational spectrum from design and construction to deployment, ensuring partners gain decisive advantages against evolving threats.

The organization's structure comprises Support Groups providing global shared services including people, finance, platform, operations, legal, and engagement functions that free Core Groups to focus exclusively on delivering mission capabilities. Market Groups apply regional insights to align offerings across the Americas, EMEA, and Asia-Pacific with critical partner challenges.

Headquartered in Washington, DC, Metrea operates facilities throughout the United States, United Kingdom, Continental Europe, and Asia-Pacific. The company fosters a culture where team members are empowered with significant responsibility, embrace intellectually challenging work, and contribute to steady, deliberate growth.

Role Overview

The Strategic Relations team strengthens connections with influential strategic communities such as U.S. elected officials, senior military and civilian leaders, and international allies to advance Metrea's objectives. This team cultivates a thorough understanding of key stakeholders shaping policy and procurement within relevant markets and delivers analyses of geopolitical dynamics to guide enterprise-wide decision-making.

The Strategic Relations Associate, based out of the Washington, DC office, supports all capability areas and is expected to generate independent, impactful ideas. The ideal candidate thrives in a team environment, is highly organized, adept at building relationships, capable of addressing complex issues, flexible, eager to learn, and demonstrates creativity combined with sound judgment.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor significant events influencing U.S. political and policy discussions relevant to Metrea's mission.
• Support engagement activities involving U.S. and international government officials and related stakeholders, including preparing briefing materials.
• Attend external forums such as Congressional hearings and think tank events to capture and summarize essential insights.
• Research legislative proposals and governmental actions at federal, state, and local levels that impact defense, security, and disaster response priorities.
• Manage logistical arrangements for meetings, including scheduling, drafting and tracking invitations, and coordinating catering services.
• Assist in the recruitment, mentorship, and task coordination of interns within the DC office.
• Perform additional duties as required within the Americas Market Group.

Required Qualifications

• Proven ability to communicate and operate effectively in fast-paced, collaborative, and dynamic settings.
• Strong results orientation accompanied by analytical problem-solving, adaptability, and innovative thinking in ambiguous scenarios.
• Well-honed judgment, intellectual curiosity, critical thinking, and meticulous attention to detail.
• Familiarity with Metrea’s mission themes, operational landscape, and capability offerings with a strong willingness to expand knowledge.
• Ability to balance strategic thinking with operational execution and prioritize outcomes alongside processes.
• Creative problem-solving skills capable of performing effectively despite resource limitations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite with capacity to troubleshoot intermediate software issues.
• Experience in professional interactions with senior leadership within the national security community.
• Prior work experience in the U.S. Legislative or Executive Branch is preferred.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States is mandatory.

Benefits and Work Environment

• Wide-ranging medical insurance options.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) facilities.
• Dental and vision coverage.
• Employer 401(k) contribution matching at six percent.
• Fully paid parental leave for all new parents.
• Generous paid time off policies.
• Life insurance and disability protection including long- and short-term coverage and accidental death and dismemberment insurance.
• Pet insurance availability.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Discounted gym memberships and wellness plans through Wellhub.

Additional Position Information

This full-time exempt role typically operates Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with potential schedule changes based on departmental needs. Employees must be available on call as required. The job is office-based with travel constituting approximately ten percent, mainly local trips to Washington, DC events.

Applicants must be U.S. citizens able to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance.

Metrea embraces a core value of humility with attributes centered on entrepreneurship, systematic approaches, discernment, and exceeding expectations. The company promotes a collaborative, adaptive, and trust-driven culture enabling rapid problem solving and organizational agility in pursuit of its mission to protect vital interests.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Metrea provides equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.