SOF Mission Director: Strategic Defense Autonomy Lead
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Applied Intuition seeks a Mission Director for SOCOM to lead strategic opportunities with senior SOCOM stakeholders and shape requirements for autonomous technology programs. You will operate at executive levels, translating operator needs into technology requirements while navigating defense processes and budgets. You will cultivate trusted relationships, drive multi-year opportunity shaping, and work with cross-functional teams to position Applied Intuition as the partner of choice for special #J-18808-Ljbffr Decisive Point
- Anduril Industries seeks a Lead Scientist to shape cross‑business... ...counter‑UAS, tactical networking, autonomy, sensing, command‑and‑control,... ...who can identify emerging mission needs, shape concepts, engage... ...into executable programs across defense and national security markets....Suggested
$191k - $253k
Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied... ...world enters an era of strategic competition, Anduril is committed... ...to bringing cutting-edge autonomy, AI, computer vision,... ...Mission Capabilities Lead, Multinational Digital Infrastructure...SuggestedFull timeTemporary workWork experience placementLocal areaImmediate start- Forterra is seeking a driven Growth Lead focused on go-to-market strategies to scale defense autonomy solutions across DoW programs. You will drive growth by engaging mission-aligned commands, crafting market-entry strategies, and turning pilots into enduring, funded programs...Suggested
- ...as cybersecurity, healthcare, aviation, defense, and enterprise transformation. We're making... ...an experienced, highly motivated Lead Mission Modeling and Simulation Engineer to support... ...command and control, fires, logistics, ISR, autonomy, or integrated air and missile defense....SuggestedWork experience placementLocal area
$165k - $185k
...Description Run the Machine Changing Defense Consortia This month, USSOCOM launched SOF RACER — a new consortium that is... ...that's battlespace awareness and autonomy; communications and cyber;... ...Small company, no layers, national mission, your fingerprints on all of it....Suggested- Forterra in Washington, DC is seeking a Growth Lead to define and execute go-to-market strategies for defense autonomy offerings. You will scale Forterra's presence with defense commands, program offices, and industry partners, turning pilots into sustained programs that...
- ...National Security Space and NASA missions and systems? Do you envision... ...technical staff and leading collaborative teams? Are you... ..., and team-focused AI/ML and autonomy software engineer to supervise... ...to our nation’s most critical defense, security, space and science...Temporary workWork experience placementInterim roleRelocation packageFlexible hours
- Vannevar Labs is seeking a Senior Mission Manager to drive adoption of our AI-enabled defense tech within government program offices. You will work with PEOs and PMWs to shape pilots, scope capabilities, and convert mission value into funded programs. We value deep mission...
$180k - $220k
Vannevar in Washington, DC, seeks a Senior Mission Manager responsible for driving technology adoption within government programs. The ideal candidate has 15-20+ years of defense mission experience, a strong technical background, and the ability to effectively work with...$147k - $200k
...of national security. At STR, Defense Systems Researchers study complex... ..., and evaluating against mission requirements. In addition, the... ...defense systems. The Systems Autonomy, Analysis, and Modeling (SAAM)... ...Role The SAAM Group is seeking a Lead Program Manager with an...Full timeContract workFor subcontractorWork at officeLocal area- ...Enterprise AI - Program Manager, Autonomy Digital Platforms Application... ...Intelligence Office (CDAO) mission is to accelerate the adoption... ..., Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD), and other DoW... ...responsible for establishing and leading the critical software capabilities...Full timeFor contractorsWork at officeTrial periodRelocation packageAfternoon shift
$112.8k - $257k
Autonomy SME, LeadThe Opportunity: As an Autonomy and UAS Engineer, you will design, develop, and deploy machine learning... ...-in-the-loop control to AI-assisted and autonomous mission execution.As a technical lead, you will guide autonomy architecture decisions, mentor...Full timeContract workPart timeWork at officeLocal areaRemote work$166k - $220k
Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied... ...world enters an era of strategic competition, Anduril is committed... ...to bringing cutting-edge autonomy, AI, computer vision,... ...are hiring a Deployment Lead to own end-to-end...Full timeWork experience placementLocal areaImmediate start$112k - $149k
Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied... ...world enters an era of strategic competition, Anduril is committed... ...to bringing cutting-edge autonomy, AI, computer vision,... ...role as a Deployment Lead on the Counter Intrusion...Full timeWork experience placementImmediate startWorldwide$253k - $336k
Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S.... ...enters an era of strategic competition,... ...bringing cutting-edge autonomy, AI, computer vision... ...JOBAnduril is seeking a Lead Scientist to help... ..., technical director, DARPA performer, service...Full timeWork experience placementImmediate start$180k - $220k
Vannevar is seeking a Senior Mission Manager to drive the adoption of innovative defense technology within government program offices. This role requires extensive... ...environments. The successful candidate will lead program engagements, translate needs into actionable...Remote job- Dcode seeks a mission-driven Program Manager to modernize executive command and control communications for a defense sector client. You will own delivery of workstreams, ensuring outputs are high-quality, actionable, and aligned to mission outcomes across governance, system...
$120k - $140k
A leading defense contractor is seeking a Position Navigation and Timing SSO to support the Deputy Chief of Staff. This role involves managing the Army's navigation program and coordinating efforts across various military departments. A minimum of tactical experience and...For contractors- A defense contractor is seeking a Senior Intelligence Management Specialist to provide vital support to USCYBERCOM J2. The role involves... ...This position offers a complex full range of duties supporting strategic decision-making and partnership engagements in the National...For contractors
$185k - $210k
...vehicles to next-generation defense programs. Our platform... ...customers, from autonomy leaders like Anduril and... ..., alongside mission partners within the U.... ...Intuition, and other leading companies, united by a... ...prime contractors, and strategic partners. Develop negotiation...Permanent employmentContract workFor contractors$180k - $200k
Attis Global Ltd in the United States is seeking a Director of Business Development, Defense, to drive commercial growth for autonomy software in contested environments. This founding U.S. role covers DoD and allied customers with a remote-first stance for the right candidate...Contract workRemote work- ...Program Manager to support delivery of complex software and hardware products, aligning with client needs and growth strategies in the defense sector. You'll collaborate with internal teams, external partners, and government stakeholders to deliver innovative solutions...
$148.8k - $306.5k
...ingenuity for clients across defense, national security,... ...change that moves missions and the government forward... ...As Growth & Strategy Lead for CCMD/COCOM you... ...pipeline activities and strategic investments across the... ...areas such as AI/ML, autonomy, digital engineering,...Contract workLive inWork at officeLocal area- STR’s Mission Applications Group is seeking a Lead Program Manager to oversee a portfolio of defense-focused programs, delivering operational prototypes from marketing to close-out. You will influence requirements, schedules, risk, and performance across broad technical...For subcontractorFlexible hours
$77.6k - $176k
A leading defense consultancy in McLean is seeking a Mission Manager to develop actionable intelligence and analyze national-level threats. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years of professional experience, strong analytical skills, and a background in operational...Shift work- Barbaricum is seeking a Mission Assurance Program Manager to support execution of policies, plans, and strategies for Headquarters Air... ...CARM performs the basic functions of Mission Assurance (MA), the defense critical infrastructure (DCI), and Risk Management requirements...Work at office
$110k - $160k
...HybridShield AI is a venture-backed defense-tech company with the mission of protecting service... ...products include Hivemind autonomy software, V-BAT and X-BAT... ...for a highly motivated Lead Program Financial Analyst... ...company's largest and most strategic programs, where you'll...Full timeContract workTemporary workPart timeFor contractorsWorldwide$110k - $160k
...-siteShield AI is a venture-backed defense-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians... .... Its products include Hivemind autonomy software, V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft,... ...mindsetLead special projects and strategic analyses for finance...Full timeContract workTemporary workPart timeWorldwideShift work$167k - $306k
...automotive, energy, quantum, aerospace, defense, and semiconductor markets for... ...seeking a highly influential Director, Government Capture & Strategic Pursuits to lead the identification,... ...leadership teams—helping align mission‑critical customer challenges with...Contract workFor contractorsFor subcontractorFlexible hours$99k - $130k
...Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied... ...world enters an era of strategic competition, Anduril is committed... ...to bringing cutting‑edge autonomy, AI, computer vision,... ...Physical Security Lead. This critical role will...Full timeWork experience placementLocal areaImmediate start
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