Department OverviewSilvus Technologies was acquired by Motorola Solutions in 2025, and is now part of its ecosystem of safety and security technologies.
With deep roots in DARPA research, Silvus Technologies develops world-class advanced communications technologies that are reshaping the tactical communications landscape. From pure line-of-sight to extreme non-line-of-sight, Silvus radios form a self-healing, self-forming mesh network, enabling secure and reliable connectivity, including video and high-bandwidth data.
Job DescriptionSilvus Technologies, a leading provider of advanced MANET and MIMO communications systems, is reshaping mesh network technology for mission-critical applications - on the ground, in the air and at sea. Its battle-proven StreamCaster family of MANET radios and proprietary MN-MIMO waveform provides the vital communications link for defense, law enforcement and public safety agencies around the world, and in the toughest operational environments.
With deep roots in DARPA research, Silvus Technologies develops world-class advanced communications technologies that are reshaping the tactical communications landscape. From pure line-of-sight to extreme non-line-of-sight, Silvus radios form a self-healing, self-forming mesh network, enabling secure and reliable connectivity, including video and high-bandwidth data.
Silvus Technologies is a wholly owned subsidiary of Motorola Solutions, Inc.
Would you like to join an incredibly talented group of people, doing very challenging work, with the prime directive of "Keeping Our Heroes Connected"?
THE OPPORTUNITY
The
Director of Business Development, USSOCOM reports to the Vice President of Strategic Growth on the Strategic Growth team. This role is responsible for long-term horizon scanning and opportunity shaping, focusing on managing and driving multi-year pursuits for assigned strategic programs. This role develops deep, broad relationships with all buying stakeholders (end-user, OEM, prime, reseller, PM offices) to guide capability requirements toward Silvus solutions and capture large, long-cycle programs.
This position is eligible for
100% remote work depending on location.
The following is a list of at least some of the current essential job functions of the position. Management may assign or reassign duties and responsibilities at any time at its discretion.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Program Capture: Take ownership of and drive the capture process for large-scale, multi-year SOCOM programs.
- Relationship Building: Identify, cultivate, and maintain deep relationships with all buying influences on assigned programs, including Program Offices (PEOs/PMs), prime contractors, OEM partners, and key end-user communities.
- Requirements Shaping: Proactively work with customers and partners to influence technical requirements for long-term programs, positioning Silvus's MN-MIMO technology as a critical component.
- Strategic Pursuits: Manage the full lifecycle of long-cycle pursuits, from initial identification and qualification (horizon scanning) to proposal and award.
- Cross-Functional Teaming: Collaborate closely with the Market Development Executive (MDE) to align high-level strategy and with Account Sales to ensure a smooth transition of "landed" programs for near-term execution.
- Market Intelligence: Stay updated on market trends, competitor actions, and funding priorities related to assigned programs to inform capture strategy.
- Perform other related duties of which the above are representative.
- Travel Requirements
- Up to 50% of the time will be required to facilitate strong customer engagement.
- As needed to advance company goals and profitability.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college; or High School Diploma/GED with at least 8 years of relevant experience.
- Minimum 5+ years of experience in defense sales or business development, specifically focused on USSOCOM.
- Proven track record of capturing complex, long-cycle DoD programs (Programs of Record).
- Demonstrated experience building relationships within USSOCOM Acquisition offices and with relevant prime contractors.
- Experience leading all phases of business capture (whitepapers, proposals, RFI/RFP response, teaming, strategic positioning).
- Practical understanding of product development, technology transitioning, and marketing/product planning for US military applications.
- Knowledge of conducting and directing competitive product analysis using market research techniques and a solid technical understanding of service/agency needs and requirements.
- Strong persuasive communication and executive briefing skills.
- Deep familiarity with USSOCOM organizational structure, acquisition processes, and capability development lifecycle.
- Solid understanding of US DoD funding and procurement cycles.
- Must be a U.S. Citizen due to clients under U.S. government contracts.
- All employment is contingent upon the successful clearance of a background check and drug test.
PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Prior United States military service or civilian experience.
- Leadership, management, and program management experience.
- Deep technical understanding of tactical communications, MANET, C5ISR, and U.S. Military tactical communications networks.
WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Home office environment.
- Indoor air-conditioned facility.
- Trade shows.
- Occasional exposure to heat, cold, and allergens while performing tests and/or demonstrations in the field.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to do the following:
- Lift equipment up to 50 lbs. for the set-up of demonstrations and testing.
- Manage the movement of large suitcase size Pelican cases (i.e. travel, demos, etc.)
COMPENSATION: $180,000 - $200,000 / annual base; OTE potential $260,000 - $285,000 / annually
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The pay range is NOT guaranteed. It is based on market research and peer data, and will vary depending on the candidate's experience and qualifications.
Basic Requirements- Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college; or High School Diploma/GED with at least 8 years of relevant experience.
- Minimum 5+ years of experience in defense sales or business development, specifically focused on USSOCOM.
- Proven track record of capturing complex, long-cycle DoD programs (Programs of Record).
- Demonstrated experience building relationships within USSOCOM Acquisition offices and with relevant prime contractors.
- Experience leading all phases of business capture (whitepapers, proposals, RFI/RFP response, teaming, strategic positioning).
- Practical understanding of product development, technology transitioning, and marketing/product planning for US military applications.
- Knowledge of conducting and directing competitive product analysis using market research techniques and a solid technical understanding of service/agency needs and requirements.
- Strong persuasive communication and executive briefing skills.
- Deep familiarity with USSOCOM organizational structure, acquisition processes, and capability development lifecycle.
- Solid understanding of US DoD funding and procurement cycles.
- Must be a U.S. Citizen due to clients under U.S. government contracts.
- All employment is contingent upon the successful clearance of a background check and drug test.
Travel Requirements25-50%
Relocation ProvidedNone
Position TypeExperienced
Referral Payment PlanYes
Our U.S. Benefits include:- Incentive Bonus Plans
- Medical, Dental, Vision benefits
- 401K with Company Match
- 10 Paid Holidays
- Generous Paid Time Off Packages
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Paid Parental & Family Leave
- and more!
