Head of Government Affairs

About Mariana Minerals

Mariana Minerals is a software-first, vertically integrated minerals company on a mission to supply the critical minerals powering modern energy, AI, and defense technologies. We’re reimagining the minerals supply chain by combining deep industry expertise with advanced software, automation, and data-driven decision-making.

The Role

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Head of Government Affairs to lead our engagement with federal, state, and local government entities. This role will be critical in shaping policy, building relationships with key stakeholders, and ensuring Mariana Minerals maintains a strong voice in the regulatory and legislative landscape affecting critical minerals, energy transition, and national security.

What You’ll Do

• Develop and execute a comprehensive government affairs strategy aligned with Mariana’s business objectives across federal, state, and local levels

• Serve as Mariana’s primary liaison to government officials and regulators, maintaining deep relationships with key agencies (DOE, DOW, DOI, EPA), and congressional stakeholders

• Shape and advocate for policy positions related to critical minerals, energy transition, trade, and industrial incentives

• Advise executive leadership on policy, regulatory, and political developments impacting mining, energy, AI infrastructure, and defense supply chains

• Monitor, analyze, and influence relevant legislation, regulations, agency actions, and funding opportunities

• Build and maintain strong relationships with key agencies and stakeholders, including DOE, DOD, DOI, EPA, and congressional staff

Desired Qualifications

• 10+ years leading federal government affairs or public policy at the national level

• Demonstrated ability to influence legislation, regulation, and agency outcomes through senior-level relationships

• Deep expertise in Congressional processes, federal agencies, and interagency dynamics

• Direct experience advancing policy related to critical minerals, energy, infrastructure, or national security supply chains

• Established, trusted relationships with key congressional committees and federal agencies

• Strong strategic judgment with a track record of translating policy outcomes into business and execution advantage

• Prior senior experience on Capitol Hill or within a federal agency strongly preferred

Why Join Us?

At Mariana Minerals, you’ll be part of a mission-driven team reshaping the way critical minerals are sourced and supplied globally. You’ll have the autonomy to make big decisions, the tools to innovate, and a culture that values ownership, smart automation, and collaboration.

Our culture is built on three principles:

Extreme Ownership – We take full responsibility for outcomes, relentlessly driving toward solutions.

Engineer Out Requirements, then Automate – We simplify, optimize, and then automate for scale.

Share Your Legos – We collaborate openly, share knowledge, and empower each other to build bigger, better solutions.

Join us as we build the future of responsible mineral sourcing and supply.

Mariana is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.