Director, Asia Pacific Strategy
Anduril
Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. By bringing the expertise, technology, and business model of the 21st century’s most innovative companies to the defense industry, Anduril is changing how military systems are designed, built and sold. Anduril’s family of systems is powered by Lattice OS, an AI-powered operating system that turns thousands of data streams into a realtime, 3D command and control center. As the world enters an era of strategic competition, Anduril is committed to bringing cutting-edge autonomy, AI, computer vision, sensor fusion, and networking technology to the military in months, not years.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
- Drive Asia Pacific strategic campaigns and complex projects, managing relationships with key USG and international organizations, and foreign customers to achieve business development goals.
- Maintain deep understanding of Asia Pacifc and INDOPACOM requirements to inform product development, deployments, and contract execution.
- Lead targeted BD opportunities with foreign partners, leveraging knowledge of US security cooperation authorities for complex deals and strategic market entry.
- Develop and execute engagement strategies to build Anduril's reputation and strategic positioning within the INDOPACOM defense ecosystem.
- Engage with think tanks, and industry associations to promote Anduril's disruptive technology and perspectives.
- Craft compelling business development materials, including white papers, proposals, and presentations, and manage internal coordination across all relevant teams.
- Track and report on deal progress, synthesizing information for executive audiences and deeply understanding Anduril's business operations.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- You are humble and hungry; no task is too small or beneath you, and you will bring a just-get-it-done mindset to work every day. You are self-driven and relentlessly proactive. You don’t need someone to tell you to “move”. You just move. We’d rather have to tell you to slow down than to speed up.
- Minimum 7 years’ experience in the following fields:
- Experience in US national security/defense arena required, preferably working at or directly with OSD Policy, State Department, US Embassies in Asia Pacific, INDOPACOM and/or its components/units
- Experience working with Asian militaries or national security experts.
- Relevant experience includes as a civil servant involved with defense or national security matters, as a government official in relevant government department agency, or as an employee of a defense company, think tank, or trade association focused on defense technology, or other similar relevant experience
- Demonstrated success in planning and implementing strategies for strategic external engagement to drive revenue goals
- Experience with defense policy and budget issues and knowledge of the defense and national security sector and key stakeholders with an understanding of how these processes impact the company’s growth priorities
- Bachelor’s degree required, ideally in a technical field
- Currently possesses and is able to maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience with business development roles strongly preferred
- Experience delivering technology to the US or foreign governments
The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full time offers; and are considered part of Anduril's total compensation package. Additionally, Anduril offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including:
Healthcare Benefits
- US Roles: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you.
- UK & AUS Roles: We cover full cost of medical insurance premiums for you and your dependents.
- IE Roles: We offer an annual contribution toward your private health insurance for you and your dependents.
Additional Benefits
- Income Protection: Anduril covers life and disability insurance for all employees.
- Generous time off: Highly competitive PTO plans with a holiday hiatus in December. Caregiver & Wellness Leave is available to care for family members, bond with a new baby, or address your own medical needs.
- Family Planning & Parenting Support: Coverage for fertility treatments (e.g., IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carriers, along with resources to support you and your partner from planning to parenting.
- Mental Health Resources: Access free mental health resources 24/7, including therapy and life coaching. Additional work-life services, such as legal and financial support, are also available.
- Professional Development: Annual reimbursement for professional development
- Commuter Benefits: Company-funded commuter benefits based on your region.
- Relocation Assistance: Available depending on role eligibility.
Retirement Savings Plan
- US Roles: Traditional 401(k), Roth, and after-tax (mega backdoor Roth) options.
- UK & IE Roles: Pension plan with employer match.
- AUS Roles: Superannuation plan.
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