Slingshot Aerospace · 6 hours ago
Account Executive, DoD West
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$83K/yr - $138K/yr
8+ years expSlingshot Aerospace is focused on creating a safer, more connected world, and they are seeking an Account Executive to lead enterprise sales efforts for Department of Defense customers across the Western United States. The role involves managing complex sales cycles, building customer relationships, and contributing to the company's DoD footprint and revenue growth.
AerospaceAnalyticsSimulationSoftware
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Own and grow a portfolio of DoD accounts across the Western U.S
Drive opportunity identification, qualification, and deal execution for enterprise programs
Build relationships with senior defense stakeholders, program offices, and operational users
Influence customer requirements and acquisition strategies through early engagement
Partner with cross-functional teams to deliver proposals, demonstrations, and customer briefings
Maintain accurate pipeline management and forecasting discipline
Represent Slingshot at DoD customer meetings, industry events, and regional forums
Share customer insights and competitive intelligence with internal stakeholders
Perform other duties as assigned (less than 10%)
Qualification
Required
8+ years of enterprise B2G sales experience, or equivalent experience, with a focus on DoD customers
Proven ability to close complex, multi-year government contracts
Strong understanding of DoD acquisition and budgeting processes
Bachelor's degree in a technical or business-related field, or equivalent experience
Ability to travel up to 25%, or equivalent flexibility
Preferred
Experience selling into Western U.S. DoD installations or commands
Familiarity with space, defense, or aerospace technology markets
Strong cross-functional collaboration skills in technical sales environments
Active or previously held U.S. security clearance
Company
Slingshot Aerospace
Slingshot Aerospace builds space data, analytics, and simulation solutions.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$148.94MKey Investors
Trinity CapitalSway VenturesHorizon Technology Finance
2025-09-30Series Unknown
2024-09-12Debt Financing· $30M
2023-06-23Debt Financing· $8.42M
Leadership Team
Tim Solms
CEO & Board Director
Scott Humphrys
Chief Operating Officer
Recent News
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