Director, Aerospace and Defense Business Development

The Accelerator and Sales Director role at Plug and Play focuses on driving growth in the aerospace and defense sectors. This position involves leading sales initiatives, building relationships with startups and industry partners, and developing strategies to attract new companies to the accelerator program. It’s a great opportunity for someone with a strong background in sales and a passion for innovation in these critical industries.

What You’ll Do

• Lead sales initiatives to drive growth in the aerospace and defense sectors.
• Develop and implement strategies to attract startups to the accelerator program.
• Build relationships with industry partners and stakeholders.
• Collaborate with internal teams to support portfolio companies.
• Analyze market trends to identify new opportunities.

What You Need

• Experience in sales and business development, especially in aerospace and defense.
• Strong understanding of startup ecosystems and venture capital.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders.
• Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets.
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities.

What You’ll Love

• Work in a dynamic and innovative environment.
• Opportunity to shape the future of aerospace and defense startups.
• Collaborate with passionate and talented individuals.
• Access to a vast network of industry leaders and investors.

About the Firm

• Plug and Play is a global innovation platform.
• They connect startups with corporations and investors.
• Focus on various industries, including aerospace and defense.
• They have a strong track record of successful partnerships.