Director, Business Development, Advanced Effects (Army)

Anduril Industries•Costa Mesa, CA

About The Position

The Business Development (BD) team, with the Air Dominance and Strike Division, is responsible for identifying, shaping, capturing, and growing new opportunities and capabilities for the company. BD team members serve as the bridge between clients and the broader Anduril team; they convey client perspectives to other teams across the enterprise while also serving as the Anduril brand ambassador externally. They partner extensively with the broader division team, to include engineering and program management, to ensure that Anduril products exceed client expectations and mission demands, and to drive continuous product improvements in response to client needs. The Advanced Effects Business Line is looking for a high initiative, collaborative individual to join the team: The Army Advanced Effects lead for the Air Dominance and Strike Division. This person will have ownership and responsibility for shaping and capturing ground and air launched advanced effects primarily with the US Army and International Partners.

Requirements

Minimum 7 years experience in creating or supporting new missiles/weapons programs, including requirements definition and acquisition strategies.
Prior experience working with US Army program offices / customers.
Deep understanding of US Army customer community, requirements process, and operational needs.
Prior acquisition or operational experience with missile systems across across surface fires, air launched effects, and the air defense domains, across a variety of roles and missions.
Excellent writing, communication skills with experience presenting to senior executives and customers.
Ability to travel 50% – 75% required.
Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Top Secret security clearance.

Nice To Haves

Experience shaping and leading capture efforts in the defense industry.
High ownership and ability to work in a fast-paced, highly entrepreneurial, and creative environment.
Builder who is adaptive and who can lead new and innovative approaches to market.
Prior experience working with technical partners / engineering teams.
STEM background.
Comfortable with working in limited resource environments.
Currently possesses and is able to maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance.

Responsibilities

Generate and capture US Army Advanced Effects opportunities.
Develop capture strategies.
Drive product development and program transition.
Grow existing business.
Communicate our value to clients.

Benefits

Healthcare Benefits US Roles: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you. UK & AUS Roles: We cover full cost of medical insurance premiums for you and your dependents. IE Roles: We offer an annual contribution toward your private health insurance for you and your dependents.
Income Protection : Anduril covers life and disability insurance for all employees.
Generous time off : Highly competitive PTO plans with a holiday hiatus in December. Caregiver & Wellness Leave is available to care for family members, bond with a new baby, or address your own medical needs.
Family Planning & Parenting Support: Coverage for fertility treatments (e.g., IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carriers, along with resources to support you and your partner from planning to parenting.
Mental Health Resources: Access free mental health resources 24/7, including therapy and life coaching. Additional work-life services, such as legal and financial support, are also available.
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 US Roles: Traditional 401(k), Roth, and after-tax (mega backdoor Roth) options. UK & IE Roles: Pension plan with employer match. AUS Roles: Superannuation plan.

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