ABOUT VIGILANT.ENGINEERING:

vigilant.engineering is a fast-growing technical services firm specializing in dual-use hardware innovation—serving both defense and commercial sectors. We partner with startups and OEMs to accelerate product development, deliver engineering excellence, and unlock strategic growth opportunities.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 5+ years in business development, sales, or marketing—preferably in hardware, robotics, or defense tech.
• Proven success in developing strategic relationships and closing complex service deals.
• Strong understanding of dual-use markets and the startup/OEM landscape.
• Self-starter with excellent communication, organizational, and execution skills.
• Comfortable operating in a lean, fast-paced, and mission-driven environment.
• Excellent time management skills with the ability to prioritize and support multiple competing tasks
• Effective interpersonal communication skills both internally and with outside clients
• Project planning, monitoring, and reporting skills
• Familiar with best practices and structured product development process
• Consulting experience
• Ability to meet vigilant.engineering, customer and/or government security screening and background check requirements are required for this role.
• Due to contractual obligations with the U.S. government, this position requires the candidate to be a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident) as defined by applicable federal regulations.

SKILLS

Consulting, Business Development, Sales, Marketing, Strategy Development, SEO

ROLE OVERVIEW:

We’re seeking a dynamic and entrepreneurial Business Development Director to lead outreach and growth efforts across the Pacific Northwest and nationally. This hybrid role blends local marketing strategy with national sales execution, targeting dual-use hardware companies—from emerging startups to established OEMs. You’ll be responsible for developing and executing a regional marketing plan, building strategic relationships, and driving service engagements that fuel our expansion.