Anduril Industries
Associate Director, Business Development, Maritime
Anduril Industries, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. By bringing the expertise, technology, and business model of the 21st century’s most innovative companies to the defense industry, Anduril is changing how military systems are designed, built and sold.
Anduril’s family of systems is powered by Lattice OS, an AI-powered operating system that turns thousands of data streams into a real-time, 3D command and control center. As the world enters an era of strategic competition, Anduril is committed to bringing cutting-edge autonomy, AI, computer vision, sensor fusion, and networking technology to the military in months, not years.
Associate Director, Maritime Business Development - Copperhead AUV
Anduril Maritime delivers platforms, systems, and integrated effects in the maritime domain. Our autonomous vehicles (sub-surface and surface) are the cornerstone of these capabilities, and we continually strive to push the boundaries of the possible in terms of endurance, autonomy and mission capability.
About The Job
The Maritime Division builds integrated autonomous maritime systems, including surface and undersea vehicles, subsea sensing, and kinetic payloads, all powered by our Lattice platform. These capabilities provide persistent detection, tracking, and mission execution for both commercial and defense applications. We are seeking an Associate Director, Business Development, Copperhead, to join our rapidly growing Business Development team in Washington, DC. In this role, you will be responsible for developing and implementing strategies to deliver affordable, high speed Autonomous Undersea Vehicles (AUV) to commercial and defense customers. What You’ll Do
Generate and capture business opportunities. Grow existing business. Communicate our value to clients. Inform product development. Required Qualifications
The ideal candidate will be a proven development and growth leader with prior experience in commercial or DoD Capture and Sales. Demonstrated knowledge in defense acquisitions, with a history of zero-to-one defense program growth a plus. Experience in the technical, programmatic, and operational challenges of developing and deploying underwater vehicles, torpedoes and high speed systems. Demonstrated high-energy, high-ownership leader who will drive performance and exhibit strong management skills with a high level of emotional intelligence. Excellent writing, communication skills with experience briefing senior executives and customers. Demonstrated knowledge of relevant DoD / IC / Commercial programs, platforms and payloads, to include enabling technologies, systems integration and software development. Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, systems engineering, physics, robotics, or computer science. Currently possesses and is able to maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance Preferred Qualifications
Expertise in Undersea Warfare, Distributed Maritime Operations or complex engineering systems. Experience with government business development, government contract structures, and government proposal processes. Prior military or contracting experience, or experience in DoD or Government. Ability to travel 20-50%, including International. Masters or PhD in electrical engineering, physics or computer science. Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Top Secret security clearance. US Salary Range: $166,000—$220,000 USD Healthcare Benefits
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you. 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. Family Planning & Parenting Support: Coverage for fertility treatments, adoption, and gestational carriers. Mental Health Resources: Access free mental health resources 24/7, including therapy and life coaching. 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
Traditional 401(k), Roth, and after-tax (mega backdoor Roth) options.
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The Maritime Division builds integrated autonomous maritime systems, including surface and undersea vehicles, subsea sensing, and kinetic payloads, all powered by our Lattice platform. These capabilities provide persistent detection, tracking, and mission execution for both commercial and defense applications. We are seeking an Associate Director, Business Development, Copperhead, to join our rapidly growing Business Development team in Washington, DC. In this role, you will be responsible for developing and implementing strategies to deliver affordable, high speed Autonomous Undersea Vehicles (AUV) to commercial and defense customers. What You’ll Do
Generate and capture business opportunities. Grow existing business. Communicate our value to clients. Inform product development. Required Qualifications
The ideal candidate will be a proven development and growth leader with prior experience in commercial or DoD Capture and Sales. Demonstrated knowledge in defense acquisitions, with a history of zero-to-one defense program growth a plus. Experience in the technical, programmatic, and operational challenges of developing and deploying underwater vehicles, torpedoes and high speed systems. Demonstrated high-energy, high-ownership leader who will drive performance and exhibit strong management skills with a high level of emotional intelligence. Excellent writing, communication skills with experience briefing senior executives and customers. Demonstrated knowledge of relevant DoD / IC / Commercial programs, platforms and payloads, to include enabling technologies, systems integration and software development. Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, systems engineering, physics, robotics, or computer science. Currently possesses and is able to maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance Preferred Qualifications
Expertise in Undersea Warfare, Distributed Maritime Operations or complex engineering systems. Experience with government business development, government contract structures, and government proposal processes. Prior military or contracting experience, or experience in DoD or Government. Ability to travel 20-50%, including International. Masters or PhD in electrical engineering, physics or computer science. Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Top Secret security clearance. US Salary Range: $166,000—$220,000 USD Healthcare Benefits
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you. 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. Family Planning & Parenting Support: Coverage for fertility treatments, adoption, and gestational carriers. Mental Health Resources: Access free mental health resources 24/7, including therapy and life coaching. 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
Traditional 401(k), Roth, and after-tax (mega backdoor Roth) options.
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