Job Description

THE COMPANY

Silvus Technologies is dedicated to one mission: connecting those who keep us safe. We do so by delivering the most advanced Mobile Ad-hoc Network (MANET) radios powered by our custom and ever evolving Mobile-Networked MIMO waveform. Together, our radios and waveform provide the vital communications for mission critical applications in the harshest environments from underground tunnels to high altitude balloons.

Silvus StreamCaster™ radios are being rapidly adopted by customers all over the world ranging from the U.S. and Allied Nations Departments of Defense, to International, Federal, State and Local Law Enforcement agencies, all the way to the Superbowl, Grammys and industry-leading drone, robot, and other unmanned systems manufacturers.

Wouldn’t you like to join an incredibly talented group of people, doing very challenging work, with the prime directive of “Keeping Our Heroes Connected”?

Silvus’ rapid growth is fueled by a focus on research and innovation and a team of the most passionate, skilled, and creative thinking individuals. If you are looking for a challenging experience, you owe it to yourself to learn how Silvus can provide a rewarding internship that creates a pathway to a fulfilling career.

THE OPPORTUNITY

Position: Director of Business Development, United States Air Force (USAF) Reporting to: Vice President of Sales

This role is ideal for a dynamic, self-motivated individual who thrives in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment and values flexibility. At Silvus Technologies, we pride ourselves on empowering our employees and fostering a culture of innovation, allowing talented professionals to see the direct impact of their work.

This position offers the potential for 100% remote work, depending on location.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Strategic Objectives: Define long-term strategic objectives for the USAF market. Develop actionable plans to achieve these objectives and execute the strategy effectively.
• Strategic Partnerships: Identify and cultivate strategic alliances, teammates, and partners for key pursuit opportunities, maintaining and strengthening these relationships through contract award.
• Opportunity Capture: Drive the capture of new government and military business opportunities that align with and expand Silvus’ diverse military product portfolio. This role is focused solely on program capture, not program execution.
• Customer Engagement: Conduct customer engagements and call planning to build trust and rapport with senior leaders in Program Offices and Prime contractors.
• Market Understanding: Develop and execute a comprehensive strategy for the USAF, aligning short-term activities with long-term strategic objectives. Leverage a deep and current understanding of USAF programs, organizational structure, funding priorities, and communications modernization initiatives—particularly related to ABMS, JADC2, Agile Combat Employment (ACE), and FMS sales.
• Industry Presence: Represent Silvus at trade shows, industry days, and seminars to stay informed on customer strategies, goals, and objectives.
• Competitive Insight: Demonstrate a strong understanding of the MANET market landscape, including how Silvus’ capabilities compare to those of competitors.
• Reporting: Provide regular reporting to senior leadership on activities, progress, and achievements to ensure alignment with corporate goals.
• Travel: Travel up to 50% of the time, as needed, to maintain strong customer engagement/relationships.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution plus 10 years of experience in wireless communications within a Business Development and/or Program Management role; OR High School Diploma/GED with equivalent experience.

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