VP of Government Affairs

Hexium is an energy technology company focused on advancing isotope enrichment through Atomic Vapor Laser Isotope Separation (AVLIS), a laser-driven process that selectively ionizes and separates specific isotopes from a vaporized metal stream. The company is beginning with lithium enrichment and aims to expand into a broad range of isotopes critical for clean energy, nuclear medicine, and advanced industrial applications. Hexium positions itself as a key enabler of the nuclear renaissance by providing enriched materials needed for next-generation nuclear reactors and related technologies. Hexium's mission aligns with sustainability and climate goals by developing a cleaner alternative to conventional isotope separation methods such as centrifuge-based or chemical separation processes. Their AVLIS approach produces no hazardous waste, eliminates the need for complex mechanical systems or costly chemical agents, and offers a compact, scalable footprint. This low-waste profile makes the technology particularly relevant for green energy supply chains, including the production of lithium isotopes used in advanced nuclear fuel cycles and battery-related applications. What differentiates Hexium is its patent-pending modernization of AVLIS technology, which was previously de-risked at pilot scale through over two billion dollars in U.S. Department of Energy investment. By leveraging existing supply chain infrastructure and modern laser designs, Hexium aims to achieve commercially viable capital and operating costs. The platform's adaptability across multiple isotopes positions the company as a flexible supplier for high-impact sectors at the intersection of nuclear energy, medicine, and industrial innovation.

As Hexium advances from laboratory demonstration toward commercial deployment, strong federal partnerships will be essential to accelerating commercialization, securing strategic investment, and supporting the deployment of our technology. 

The Vice President of Government Affairs reports directly to the CEO and leads Hexium's federal engagement strategy. Working closely with the executive leadership team, you'll build trusted relationships across the Department of Energy (DOE), National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA), Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC), Congress, and other key federal stakeholders while advancing government partnerships and strategic funding opportunities that support the company's long-term objectives. 

This is a strategic leadership role that combines government affairs, federal partnerships, and commercialization strategy to help position Hexium as a trusted long-term partner in strengthening America's nuclear fuel cycle.

Key Responsibilities

Federal Strategy & Government Engagement

• Develop and execute Hexium's federal engagement strategy in partnership with the CEO and executive leadership.
• Build and maintain executive-level relationships across the DOE, NNSA, NRC, Congress, national laboratories, and other federal stakeholders critical to Hexium's mission.
• Represent Hexium in meetings, briefings, industry forums, and other engagements with government stakeholders.
• Monitor federal policy, legislative, and regulatory developments, translating them into strategic guidance for the CEO and executive team.

Federal Partnerships, Agreements & Funding

• Lead negotiation, execution, and management of strategic federal agreements and non-dilutive funding mechanisms, structuring them to advance Hexium's technology development, commercialization, and infrastructure objectives while protecting the company's interests.
• Serve as executive owner of key government program relationships, coordinating with internal technical, legal, regulatory, and finance teams as needed.

Required Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in federal government affairs, government relations, federal partnerships, public policy, or a related leadership role.
• Existing relationships within the Department of Energy (DOE), National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA), Congress, national laboratories, or other federal organizations relevant to the nuclear enterprise.
• Experience supporting the nuclear fuel cycle or advanced nuclear technologies specifically. 
• Experience negotiating or managing strategic agreements with federal agencies or supporting complex government partnership initiatives. 
• Strong understanding of federal funding and financing mechanisms, including grants, cooperative agreements, loan programs, and other non-dilutive funding opportunities. 
• Demonstrated ability to communicate complex scientific or technical concepts to senior government officials, policymakers, and executive leadership.
• Bachelor's degree.
• This role will be exposed to export-controlled and classified information and requires compliance with applicable export control regulations and eligibility to obtain and maintain a DOE Q-level security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior direct employment at DOE, NNSA, or on Capitol Hill. 
• Experience leading negotiations for DOE partnership agreements, including OTAs, CRADAs, SPPs, or similar federal agreements. 
• Experience supporting a DOE Loan Programs Office (LPO) loan guarantee or similar federal financing initiative.
• Existing DOE or DOD security clearance.
• Advanced degree in public policy, law, business, or a related field.

Work Environment

• Frequent travel to Washington, DC required for federal agency and congressional engagement

Benefits

• Stock Options
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) Matching
• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
• HSA & FSAs

 

E-Verify: Hexium Inc. participates in E-Verify. All new hires are required to complete the I-9 employment eligibility verification form and provide documentation to confirm their identity and authorization to work in the United States.

Screening: Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. 

Hexium Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Hexium Inc. is committed to ensuring equal access and providing reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities upon request. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process,  please contact Hexium’s Human Resources at [email protected].