Director of Defense Growth & Strategy

Job overview

Director of Defense Growth & Strategy is an onsite role in Warrendale, PA. The stated salary range is $165,000–$235,000 per year, based on qualifications and experience. The role advances Neya/ARA's growth in autonomy and robotics by shaping opportunities with Department of Defense stakeholders.

What you'll do

• Build senior-level relationships across DoD organizations
• shape requirements, budgets, and acquisition pathways for autonomy and robotics programs
• identify mission needs and future opportunities
• develop win strategies and pursue/no-pursue recommendations
• coordinate with capture managers
• prepare white papers and technical briefs
• lead senior-level briefings
• and inform internal research and product investments based on DoD demand.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

defense growth

strategy

director

dod

autonomy

robotics

defense acquisition

capture strategy

government stakeholders

warrendale pa

applied research associates

$165,000–$235,000/year

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Requires extensive senior-level DoD experience and expertise in defense acquisition and PPBE/POM; active Secret or Top Secret clearance is preferred.

About the employer

Applied Research Associates, Inc. is hiring for this role. Industry: Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology). Sector: 54.