Global Business Development Manager- Time and Frequency
Adtran Networks•Dallas, TX
•Remote
About The Position
We are seeking a Global Business Development Manager –Time and Frequency to lead the worldwide growth of our optical pumping cesium atomic clock portfolio across NMI, defense, data center, and emerging high-precision timing markets. This is a strategic + execution role responsible for: Expanding cesium adoption into new verticals Driving high-value deals with Tier-1 customers Positioning cesium as a critical enabler of resilient, secure infrastructure
Requirements
- 12 years of experience in: Time and Frequency, Time dissemination technologies, Defense / aerospace / critical infrastructure
- Strong understanding of: NMI infrastructure ( Time scale, Atomic clocks (cesium, rubidium) ), Network synchronization (PTP, SyncE), GNSS-based timing architectures
- Proven track record in: Global business development, Opening new markets / verticals
Nice To Haves
- NMI, Timing institutes
- Global Navigation Satellite System resilience strategies
- AI / data center infrastructure timing
- Phd in physics
- Exposure to emerging timing technologies: Quantum clocks, Optical timing systems
Responsibilities
- Define and execute the global go-to-market strategy for cesium-based timing solutions
- Identify and develop new business verticals : AI data centers, Space and Satellite Systems, Financial trading infrastructure, Critical infrastructure resilience, Defense & secure communications
- Position cesium clocks vs alternatives: GNSS-dependent timing, Precision Time Protocol, Rubidium and emerging quantum clocks
- Develop value-based messaging around: Holdover performance, Network resiliency, Security (anti-jamming / spoofing)
- Engage directly with: NMI and timing institutes, Hyperscale’s (cloud & AI infrastructure), Defense agencies & integrators
- Own and deliver global revenue targets for cesium portfolio
- Build and manage a qualified pipeline across regions
- Drive partner ecosystem alignment (system integrators, vendors)
- Collaborate with: Product management, R&D teams, Regional sales teams
- Translate market needs into product and roadmap inputs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
