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Director of Business Development, Autonomous Airpower Growth

This is a high-impact leadership role focused on scaling Anduril's autonomous aviation footprint across the globe. It combines strategic sales, technical consulting, and high-level diplomacy to deploy AI-powered airpower solutions. It is a unique opportunity to join a 'unicorn' defense-tech firm that is actively disrupting the traditional aerospace industry.

Anduril Industries, Inc. · Washington, District of Columbia, United States · Posted 19 April 2026

The role

Overview

This is a high-impact leadership role focused on scaling Anduril's autonomous aviation footprint across the globe. It combines strategic sales, technical consulting, and high-level diplomacy to deploy AI-powered airpower solutions. It is a unique opportunity to join a 'unicorn' defense-tech firm that is actively disrupting the traditional aerospace industry.

What they need

Requirements & Skills

Key Responsibilities

  • Identify and capture new international sales opportunities for autonomous flight platforms
  • Direct the creation of technical proposals, RFI responses, and pricing strategies
  • Consult with international clients to align Anduril’s AI solutions with their specific operational gaps
  • Partner with internal engineering teams to influence the development of export-ready products
  • Manage high-level relationships across the DoD, foreign governments, and industry partners

Essential

  • Minimum of 10 years of experience in aviation program creation, requirements definition, or acquisition strategy
  • At least 2 years of direct experience with autonomous aircraft technologies and customer bases
  • Proven track record working with U.S. Air Force program offices
  • Deep understanding of U.S. Air Force requirements processes and operational needs
  • Exceptional professional writing and communication skills

Preferred

  • Existing network within foreign defense ministries and international military capitals
  • Experience navigating complex international arms trade regulations and sales cycles
  • Technical literacy in AI, computer vision, or sensor fusion

Key Skills

International Business DevelopmentStrategic Capture PlanningProposal LeadershipTechnical WritingStakeholder ManagementFinancial Performance ManagementCross-functional CollaborationAviation Acquisition Strategy

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Perks

Benefits & perks

  • Opportunity to work at the intersection of Silicon Valley technology and National Defense
  • Collaborative environment with top-tier engineering talent
  • High-impact role influencing international military capabilities
  • Dynamic culture focused on innovation and rapid deployment

Next step

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