Job summary
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Job overview
The Head of Defense and Maritime Business at Searchability NS&D leads growth initiatives and customer engagement in defense maritime programs, driving strategy and partnerships to advance national security technologies.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves leading engagement strategy with U.S. maritime defense organizations, managing stakeholder relationships, shaping opportunities pre-RFP, driving capture efforts, representing the company at events, aligning product development with customer needs, monitoring acquisition trends, and supporting business development growth.
Compensation and benefits
The position offers a competitive salary, performance-based incentives, equity participation, and a comprehensive benefits package including healthcare, retirement, and time off.
Experience and skills
Candidates need 10+ years in defense business development or program management, deep knowledge of defense procurement, a strong government network, proven capture leadership, excellent communication, U.S. citizenship, and security clearance eligibility; preferred qualifications include venture-backed experience, relevant technology exposure, military background, and familiarity with integrators and coalition procurement.
Career development
The company promotes a mission-focused culture with collaboration and shared ownership, suggesting opportunities for leadership growth and impact in a high-growth, technology-driven environment.
Work environment and culture
Searchability NS&D fosters a mission-driven, collaborative culture emphasizing shared ownership and impact in national security technology development.
Company information
Searchability NS&D is an emerging technology company at the intersection of national security and advanced engineering, focused on dual-use technologies addressing complex operational challenges.
Application process
Interested candidates are instructed to email jt@searchability.com for questions or to express interest.
Unique job features
The role is distinguished by its focus on cutting-edge dual-use technologies, strategic influence in defense acquisition, and equity participation as part of compensation.
Company overview
Searchability NS&D, headquartered in Austin, Texas, is a specialized division of the global tech recruitment group Searchability, established in 2022. The company focuses on National Security & Defence (NS&D) recruitment, providing staffing solutions for highly specialized roles, including machine learning engineers and senior systems engineers with security clearances. With additional offices in Chester, UK, and Sydney, Australia, Searchability NS&D aims to transform the recruitment landscape for defense and security sectors by connecting top talent with blue-chip companies and disruptive defense AI startups.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to emphasize your extensive experience in defense business development, highlighting your strategic leadership in maritime defense programs and your ability to navigate defense acquisition channels effectively.
Focus on showcasing your strong network within government labs, program offices, and operational units, as well as your proven success in leading complex capture efforts such as white papers, proposals, and stakeholder briefings.
Apply through multiple platforms including Searchability NS&D's corporate career page and LinkedIn to maximize your application’s visibility and increase your chances of consideration.
Connect with professionals in Searchability NS&D’s defense and maritime divisions on LinkedIn, using ice breakers like commenting on recent defense industry events they attended or asking about emerging trends in maritime defense technology.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'defense business development,' 'capture management,' 'maritime defense,' 'defense procurement,' and 'stakeholder engagement' to ensure your resume passes initial automated screenings.
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