Sr. Sales Development Group Director

Cadence Design Systems

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About The Position

At Cadence, we hire and develop leaders and innovators who want to make an impact on the world of technology. Proposed Job Description Title: Senior Director / Business Development / Strategic Advisor – Aerospace & Defense Overview: This role focuses on driving strategic engagement with defense and aerospace sectors, influencing policy, and promoting advanced technology adoption to maintain competitive advantage for customers and partners. We’re doing work that matters. Help us solve what others can’t. Cadence plays a critical role in creating the technologies that modern life depends on. We are a global electronic design automation company, providing software, hardware, and intellectual property to design advanced semiconductor chips that enable our customers create revolutionary products and experiences. Thanks to the outstanding caliber of the Cadence team and the empowering culture that we have cultivated for over 25 years, Cadence continues to be recognized by Fortune Magazine as one of the 100 Best Companies to Work For. Our shared passion for solving the world’s toughest technical challenges, our dedication to pushing the limits of the industry, and our drive to do meaningful work differentiates the people of Cadence. Cadence is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, basis of disability, or any other protected class.

Requirements

• Extensive experience in aerospace and defense sectors.
• Strong understanding of government procurement processes and defense policy.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to synthesize technical and policy information into strategic recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and interpret defense policy, legislation, and funding priorities; advise leadership on implications for business strategy.
• Build and maintain relationships with defense OEMs, government agencies, and industry associations.
• Develop and publish content on emerging technologies, digital engineering, and defense modernization.
• Coordinate with internal teams to align product offerings with defense requirements.
• Track trends in aerospace, defense procurement, and technology adoption; provide actionable insights.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees