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Defense Ground - Business Development Lead

Applied Intuition is a vehicle intelligence company accelerating safe, AI-driven machines across automotive and defense domains. We are seeking an experienced Business Development Lead to grow engagements across the U.S. Army, Marine Corps, and SOCOM ground vehicle and autonomy ecosystem, focusing on unmanned/optionally manned vehicles, autonomy software, and vehicle retrofits.

Skills

  • Deep knowledge of DoD acquisition, rapid prototyping pathways, and CSO/OTA mechanisms.
  • Technical fluency in autonomy, drive-by-wire systems, vehicle simulation, and modular payload architectures.
  • Demonstrated capture and contracting success in ground vehicle, autonomy, or mission systems markets.
  • Established network across Army, USMC, SOCOM program offices and OEM partners.
  • Strong written and verbal communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills.

Responsibilities

  • Lead BD strategy and execution across Army, USMC, and SOCOM ground portfolios, including programs of record and rapid acquisition efforts.
  • Develop and implement capture strategies aligned to modernization priorities and acquisition pathways.
  • Build and maintain relationships with acquisition executives, program managers, requirements developers, and OEM/integrator partners.
  • Shape requirements and influence procurement strategies to accelerate adoption of autonomy, simulation, and software-defined vehicle technologies.
  • Track market trends, threat evolution, and competitor activities in ground autonomy and lethality integration ecosystems.
  • Lead and support proposal and white paper development for CSOs, OTAs, BAAs, and JPEO/PEO solicitations.
  • Represent Applied Intuition at government and industry events to strengthen brand and market position.

Education

  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, or related field required.
  • Master’s degree preferred.

Benefits

  • Base salary plus equity (options and/or RSUs)
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Life and disability insurance
  • 401(k) retirement benefits with employer match
  • Learning and wellness stipends
  • Paid time off and holidays
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