Market Development Executive (MDE), National Guard / Homeland Defense

Motorola Solutions•Washington, DC

1d•Remote

About The Position

Silvus Technologies is dedicated to one mission: connecting those who keep us safe. We do so by delivering the most advanced Mobile Ad-hoc Network (MANET) radios powered by our custom and ever evolving Mobile-Networked MIMO waveform. Together, our radios and waveform provide vital communications for mission-critical applications in the harshest environments from underground tunnels to high-altitude balloons. Silvus StreamCaster™ radios are being rapidly adopted by customers all over the world ranging from the U.S. and Allied Nations Departments of Defense to International, Federal, State, and Local Law Enforcement agencies, all the way to the Superbowl, Grammys, and industry-leading drone, robot, and unmanned systems manufacturers. Would you like to join an incredibly talented group of people, doing very challenging work, with the prime directive of “Keeping Our Heroes Connected”? Silvus’ rapid growth is fueled by a focus on research and innovation and a team of the most passionate, skilled, and creative thinking individuals. If you are looking for a challenging experience, you owe it to yourself to learn how Silvus can be the next chapter of your career. THE OPPORTUNITY Silvus is seeking a Market Development Executive, National Guard / Homeland Defense who will report to the Vice President of North America Sales. The successful individual in this role will serve as Silvus Technologies’ senior market-shaping leader for the National Guard / Homeland Defense enterprise. This person will be responsible for influencing capability requirements, building strategic relationships at the General Officer and SES levels, and orchestrating Silvus’ long-term growth strategy across National Guard modernization programs. This role focuses on shaping demand and cultivating enduring advocacy for Silvus technologies - enabling downstream capture and sales success by the Business Development and Account Sales teams. This position is eligible for 100% remote work depending on location with a preference for close proximity to key National Guard commands. The following is a list of at least some of the current essential job functions of the position. Management may assign or reassign duties and responsibilities at any time at its discretion.

Requirements

High School Diploma/GED.
A minimum of 8 years of demonstrated experience in strategic relationship management, account management, or government relations within the defense industry.
Extensive prior U.S. Army service (e.g., former General Officer) OR extensive experience as a senior civilian (GS-15/SES equivalent) or defense industry executive.
A pre-existing, established, and verifiable network of contacts at senior levels within the National Guard (TAG, NGB, Program Offices, etc.).
Deep branch-domain knowledge of U.S. Army tactical network mission, structure, and procurement processes.
Exceptional executive-level communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
Strong strategic planning and "big picture" thinking.
Ability to operate with a high-level of autonomy and build trust as a credible advisor.
Security Clearance: Active U.S. Government SECRET clearance or the ability to obtain one within 15 months of hire.
Must be a U.S. Citizen due to clients under U.S. government contracts.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
Track record of successfully shaping requirements for major DoD programs.
Experience with C5ISR, tactical communications, unmanned systems, or spectrum/EW applications.

Responsibilities

Market Shaping and Strategic Engagement Leverage an established senior-level network within the National Guard (e.g., state offices of the Adjunct General, National Guard Bureau, Air Guard Readiness Center, Western Hemisphere Command, operational units) to shape requirements and sponsor Silvus Technologies across modernization programs.
Drive early visibility for Silvus in emerging Program of Record and OTA opportunities.
Position Silvus within concepts such as JADC2, Unified Network, and Transformation in Contact, ensuring technical alignment with long-term capability roadmaps.
Strategic Coordination Serve as the senior “market anchor” for the National Guard, coordinating a team-based pursuit model across Business Development, DoD Account Sales, and OEM / Prime Sales.
Align internal stakeholders (Sales, Engineering, Product, Capture, Executive Leadership) to deliver unified messaging and pursuit strategy for priority programs.
Partner with Motorola Solutions and MSI Government Affairs to synchronize advocacy and policy outreach.
Intelligence and Influence Provide Silvus leadership with continuous market insight—capturing trends in National Guard network modernization, tactical communications, and EW/spectrum management.
Identify and cultivate emerging opportunities for long-term revenue growth.
Represent Silvus at senior National Guard, DoD, and industry forums to promote thought leadership and build institutional advocacy for Silvus’ MN-MIMO waveform and Spectrum Dominance technology.
Accountability and Impact Develop and execute the National Guard Market Development Plan, defining shaping objectives, key relationships, and pursuit milestones in coordination with Sales/BD stakeholders.
Contribute to Silvus’ pipeline growth by ensuring multi-year program opportunities are identified and matured toward Business Development hand-off.
Travel Requirements - up to 50% as needed, to maintain strong customer engagement and relationships.
Perform other related duties of which the above are representative.