Aptima · 1 month ago
Director, Navy Business Development
Aptima is a technological leader in the national security industry, dedicated to transforming how individuals and teams train and perform in mission-critical environments. The Director, Navy Business Development will lead the transition of Aptima’s technologies into operational use within the U.S. Navy, guiding teams and shaping strategies to align customer needs with technological innovations.
Information Technology
Responsibilities
Own and optimize a dynamic $75M+ opportunity pipeline, prioritizing pursuits based on strategic fit, p(win), and ROI
Monitor competitive landscape, market trends, customer budgets, and emerging requirements; adapt strategies accordingly
Provide leadership, mentoring, and performance oversight across all Navy pipeline opportunities
Identify and qualify new opportunities across Navy and joint customers
Support company-level growth initiatives, pipeline reviews, and forecasting with executive leadership
Cultivate and sustain high-level relationships across the U.S. Navy, DoW acquisition organizations, PEOs, SYSCOMs, Fleet commands, and mission partners to influence program direction and position Aptima as a trusted partner
Identify operational customers and mission users for Aptima’s technology offerings
Lead customer discussions, engagements, and needs analyses
Guide the alignment of Aptima technologies with operational requirements
Support development of engagement artifacts (e.g., presentations, videos, demonstrations, strategic communications)
Partner with technical staff to align offerings with customer requirements and shape how capabilities are communicated to stakeholders
Influence prioritization of technical activities to ensure innovations translate into operational impact
Help shape product evolution, transition strategies, and value propositions to maximize relevance to Navy missions
Qualification
Required
Recent experience working in or closely with the U.S. Navy; preference for service or support within the last five years
Demonstrated success transitioning technologies into secure or operational environments, ideally within the DoW or other federal agencies
Significant experience in business development, capture management, and strategic planning
Deep understanding of DoW acquisition processes, Navy PEO/SYSCOM structures, and emerging technology and budget trends
Experience with AI technology development, integration, or deployment within government or defense contexts
Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills, with proven ability to engage senior customers, partners, and end-users
Eligibility for a U.S. Security Clearance is required
Company
Aptima
Aptima is engineering the future of national security by fusing human potential with advanced technology.
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$0.2MKey Investors
US Department of Energy
2024-01-09Grant· $0.2M
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