Director, Business Development, Autonomous Airpower (Science and Technology Growth)

ABOUT THE TEAM

The Air Dominance and Strike division operates at the cutting edge of autonomous air vehicle development delivering hardware and software to customers in support of a wide range of military missions.

The Autonomous Airpower Growth Team within Air Dominance and Strike is responsible for identifying shaping capturing and growing new opportunities for the company. Growth team members work with customers and Anduril engineers to identify creative solutions to complex operational challenges. They both shape and reflect customer priorities while serving as the Anduril brand ambassador externally. The growth team thrives in a highly dynamic environment where problem solving collaboration and determination are a way of life.

ABOUT THE JOB

The Autonomous Airpower Business Line is looking for a high initiative collaborative individual to join the team as the Director Autonomous Airpower Science and Technology Growth. This person will be responsible for driving and shaping growth opportunities associated with the Science and Technology community across the Department of War. This role will be pivotal to enabling the development maturation and integration of cutting edge technologies that enable the next generation of autonomous aircraft.

WHAT YOULL DO

• Identify shape and capture new opportunities within the Defense S&T community
• Develop strong relationships and partnerships within the S&T community including Service labs research institutions and industry
• Collaborate with technical teams to develop technical roadmaps for new and existing capabilities within Autonomous Airpower
• Support execution of engagement campaigns with key stakeholders across DoW and Capitol Hill related to capture efforts
• Assist customers in addressing their operational requirements and capability gaps with current or proposed Anduril solutions
• Develop and maintain close trusted partner relationships with offices of senior military and civilian US Government customers current and prospective customers as well as industry partners and suppliers
• Foster a culture of trust innovation collaboration and mission focus
• Deliver on financial performance commitments and strategic market growth

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum of 10 years experience in the defense sector
• Prior experience working with Service S&T labs program offices and resource sponsors; strong understanding of the S&T customer community and aviation technology roadmaps
• Strong understanding of development methodologies for new and innovative technologies
• Experience working with classified and/or special access programs
• Excellent writing communication skills with experience presenting to senior executives and customers
• Willingness to travel up to 50%
• Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Top Secret security clearance

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Operational or military acquisitions professional experience aligned to tactical aircraft
• Program management experience aligned to DARPA AFRL DAF RCO and/or SAF/AQ programs
• Advanced technical degree
• High sense of personal ownership and is able to work in a fast-paced highly entrepreneurial and creative environment
• Demonstrated ability to lead and influence people through both formal and informal constructs and in situations where there is lack of clarity across teams
• Currently possesses and is able to maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance

The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience education and/or training critical skills and/or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full time offers; and are considered part of Andurils total compensation package. Additionally Anduril offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees including:

Healthcare Benefits

• US Roles:Comprehensive medical dental and vision plans at little to no cost to you.
• UK & AUS Roles:We cover full cost of medical insurance premiums for you and your dependents.
• IE Roles: We offer an annual contribution toward your private health insurance for you and your dependents.

Additional Benefits

• Income Protection: Anduril covers life and disability insurance for all employees.
• Generous time off: Highly competitive PTO plans with a holiday hiatus in December. Caregiver & Wellness Leave is available to care for family members bond with a new baby or address your own medical needs.
• Family Planning & Parenting Support: Coverage for fertility treatments (e.g. IVF preservation) adoption and gestational carriers along with resources to support you and your partner from planning to parenting.
• Mental Health Resources:Access free mental health resources 24/7 including therapy and life coaching. Additional work-life services such as legal and financial support are also available.
• Professional Development:Annual reimbursement for professional development
• Commuter Benefits:Company-funded commuter benefits based on your region.
• Relocation Assistance:Available depending on role eligibility.

Retirement Savings Plan

• US Roles:Traditional 401(k) Roth and after-tax (mega backdoor Roth) options.
• UK & IE Roles:Pension plan with employer match.
• AUS Roles:Superannuation plan.

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