5.7. Government Affairs Analyst

About Phoenix Tailings 

Phoenix Tailings is a rapidly growing clean mining and metals production startup dedicated to sustainable and economic critical metals production. Our mission is to be the world’s first fully clean mining and metals production company, producing the resources needed for the next generation of our economy. 

Why Phoenix Tailings 

At Phoenix, we believe nothing great is ever accomplished alone—or without the passion of people who push and motivate one another. If you are driven to shape the future of aerospace, defense, and national security through innovation in domestic supply chains, this is your opportunity to have real impact. 

Our Values:  

● You are only crazy if you are wrong, it’s ok to be wrong

● Lead with Compassion

● Be Resourceful

● Listen

● Hustle

Who We Are Looking For: 

Phoenix Tailings is seeking a Government Affairs Analyst to provide policy intelligence and analytical support across aerospace and defense engagement efforts. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on research, data, and turning policy signals into actionable insights. 

• Analyze defense and aerospace policy developments affecting critical metals and manufacturing 
• Track NDAA, appropriations, and regulatory actions relevant to the defense industrial base 
• Produce policy briefs, legislative summaries, and issue analyses for leadership 
• Monitor DoW programs and funding opportunities related to supply chain resilience 
• Support strategic planning through data-driven insights on government priorities 
• Maintain internal tracking tools for policy and stakeholder engagement 

• 1–3 years of experience in policy analysis, government research, or defense-related roles 
• Strong understanding of U.S. government and defense policy processes 
• Interest in aerospace, defense, and national security economics 
• Excellent analytical, writing, and research skills 
• Ability to synthesize complex policy information into clear insights 
• Bachelor’s degree in public policy, economics, political science, or related field 

• Healthcare, we care about you and your family: 100% Medical, dental, and vision coverage 
• Stock: Ownership in a fast-growing venture-backed company. 
• Family Focus: Parental leave and flexibility for families. 
• Time Off: Flexible vacation policy to encourage people to get out and see the world. 
• Team Fun: Regularly scheduled events, and celebrations. 
• Learning: Learning and development Opportunities to grow your skills and career. 
• Great team: Working with fun, hard-working, kind people committed to making a difference! 
• Flexible culture: We are results-focused. We don’t work at the office every day. 

At Phoenix Tailings, we have an open culture that values learning, and we are looking to grow the team with enthusiastic individuals who share our vision of sustainable mining.  

Phoenix Tailings, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we value diversity at all levels. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), national origin, age, disability or genetic information, or any other applicable protected characteristics, and these characteristics will not be a factor for consideration of any work-related decisions (including but not limited to hiring, firing, compensation, and discipline).