Full-Time

Government Grants Associate

Posted on 6/27/2024

Last Energy

Last Energy

51-200 employees

Develops small nuclear power plants and services

Compensation Overview

$80k - $120k/yr

Mid

Washington, DC, USA

Requires onsite presence in Washington, DC.

Category
Project Management
Business & Strategy
Required Skills
Communications
Requirements
  • 3+ years of experience with the DoD and/or DOE
  • Strong writing, communication, and project management skills
  • Thorough knowledge of US Government contracting and grant funding processes
Responsibilities
  • Research and identify opportunities for RFPs, grants, SBIR funding, and other applications
  • Manage the application process for opportunities, including building relationships with key stakeholders
  • Manage the contract and procurement process for potential projects with DoD and/or DOE
  • Build and sustain strategic partnerships with government institutions

Last Energy focuses on small nuclear power plants, providing services for the entire lifecycle of mini water-cooled reactors. Their reactors can generate both heat and electricity, making them suitable for various industrial applications, including clean energy and green fuel production. The company stands out by using proven nuclear technology and emphasizing standardization to make nuclear power more scalable and quickly deployable. Last Energy aims to support the transition to sustainable energy solutions by making nuclear power accessible to markets committed to clean technology.

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

Series B

Total Funding

$64M

Headquarters

Washington, District of Columbia

Founded

2020

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Growing interest in micro nuclear plants supports Last Energy's market expansion.
  • Significant funding rounds indicate strong investor confidence in Last Energy.
  • Repurposing coal sites for nuclear plants aligns with global decarbonization goals.

What critics are saying

  • Competition from nuclear fusion could overshadow Last Energy's fission technology.
  • Geopolitical risks may affect partnerships with companies like DB Energy SA.
  • Local opposition may delay the Haskell County microreactor project.

What makes Last Energy unique

  • Last Energy uses proven reactor technology for small modular nuclear power plants.
  • The company offers a first-of-its-kind delivery model for nuclear plant deployment.
  • Last Energy provides end-to-end services for the lifecycle of mini water-cooled reactors.

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Headcount

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

11%

2 year growth

4%
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