Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Red Cell Partners is an incubation firm building and investing in rapidly scalable technology-led companies. They are seeking a VP of Business Development to lead growth across Department of War programs, drive pipeline, shape opportunities, and secure strategic partnerships across the defense ecosystem.
Responsibilities
- Lead DoW business development efforts
- Build and manage pipeline across contracts, OTAs, and SBIRs
- Engage directly with Pentagon and senior defense stakeholders
- Shape and capture opportunities from early identification through award
- Develop partnerships with primes, innovation orgs, and tech companies
- Advise leadership on growth strategy and market positioning
Skills
- 15+ years in defense, government, or national security roles
- Senior-level experience (military, government, or equivalent leadership)
- Deep familiarity with Department acquisition, funding and stakeholder landscape
- Proven ability to build relationships and convert mission needs into funded programs
- Must be a US Citizen based in the Washington DC area
- Experience supporting or engaging programs integrating technology into DoW
- Background in emerging technologies (AI, autonomy, cyber, space)
- Experience leading business development teams
Benefits
- A fully remote, results-based environment
- Competitive salary, bonus, and equity package
- 100% employer paid, comprehensive health insurance including medical, dental, and vision for you and your family
- Unlimited PTO, with your manager’s approval
- Flexible work environment where you manage your work day
- 14 weeks of fully-paid parental leave
- Career track opportunity with potential for rapid advancement with strong performance as the firm grows
- Paid maternity and paternity for 14 weeks at employees' normal pay
- Opportunities for professional development and continued learning
- Optional 401K, FSA, and equity incentives available
- Mental health benefits are available through [Tara Mind](https://www.taramind.com/)
- Cost effective GLP-1 solutions available through [Crux](https://soon.getcrux.com/)
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