Defense Business Development Lead

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain a detailed power map of decision-makers, budget owners, and program offices across DoD and Congress
• Conduct landscape analysis and data mining to identify programs, funding pathways, and competitive activity
• Support the development and execution of defense commercialization strategy
• Develop and manage a stakeholder network including acquisition officials and program leaders
• Produce briefing materials, stakeholder dossiers, and strategic memos for executive decision-making
• Track competitor activity and industry trends to sharpen positioning
• Partner with Product, Engineering, and Leadership to align messaging with defense needs
• Drive early program adoption through pilots and prototypes

Requirements

• 4+ years of experience in military service, management consulting, banking, Intelligence Community, or defense strategy
• Proven track record in network mapping, landscape analysis, and building business cases
• Strong research skills with ability to structure ambiguous problems
• High intellectual curiosity and ability to learn technical domains quickly
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Preferred Qualifications

• Background in the U.S. Intelligence Community involving network analysis or target development
• Familiarity with JCIDS, PPBE budget cycles, or DoD acquisition processes
• Exposure to defense technology, dual-use technology, or high-growth startups
• Experience supporting government relations or lobbying efforts

Benefits

• Compensation Range: $120,000 - $150,000
• Valuable stock option plan
• Heavily subsidized medical, dental and vision plans
• 20 days of paid time off (PTO) and 5 sick days annually

About the Company

Skyryse is on a mission to make the skies safe and accessible for everyone. Their SkyOS solution simplifies aircraft management during standard flight operations, inclement weather, and emergencies.