Account Executive - U.S. Air Force & Space Force

Executive 1 Holding Company, LLC

McLean (VA)

On-site

USD 140,000 - 200,000

Full time

7 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage
401(k) Matching
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Job summary

Executive 1 Holding Company, LLC seeks an Account Executive to expand our footprint with the U.S. Air Force and Space Force.

You will identify, pursue, and close strategic software opportunities that support operational planning, mission readiness, and AI-enabled decision advantage. You will build executive-level relationships across AF/Space Force programs, manage a robust pipeline, and lead engagements, demos, and pilots while navigating SBIR, OTA, SEWP, GSA, and existing contract vehicles.

Qualifications

  • 7+ years of enterprise software sales experience.
  • 5+ years selling into the U.S. Air Force or Space Force.
  • Demonstrated success closing six- and seven-figure federal software opportunities.
  • Strong understanding of Air Force and Space Force acquisition and budgeting processes.
  • Experience selling SaaS, AI, analytics, data platforms, or enterprise software solutions.
  • Proven ability to establish executive-level relationships.
  • Eligible for Secret Clearance

Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute growth strategies across Air Force and Space Force accounts.
  • Build relationships with senior leaders, acquisition professionals, program managers, and operational stakeholders.
  • Identify opportunities within: AFMC, Air Staff, MAJCOMs, PEO organizations, Space Systems Command, Space Operations Command, Space Force Headquarters, Air Force Research Laboratory.
  • Generate and manage a pipeline capable of exceeding annual revenue objectives.
  • Lead customer engagements, demonstrations, workshops, and pilot initiatives.
  • Collaborate with solution engineers and product leadership to align customer requirements with CORAS capabilities.
  • Leverage government acquisition pathways including: SBIR Phase III, OTA, SEWP, GSA, Existing contract vehicles.
  • Maintain accurate forecasts and opportunity tracking.
  • Represent CORAS at conferences, symposiums, and customer events.

Skills

Enterprise software sales
Air Force/Space Force sales
Secret Clearance

Job description

Account Executive – U.S. Air Force & Space Force

CORAS is seeking an Account Executive to expand our presence across the U.S. Air Force and U.S. Space Force. This individual will identify and close strategic software opportunities supporting operational planning, portfolio management, mission readiness, digital transformation, and AI-enabled decision advantage.

The ideal candidate has established relationships within Air Force and Space Force acquisition, operations, and modernization communities and understands how to move opportunities from pilot programs to enterprise adoption.

Responsibilities
  • Develop and execute growth strategies across Air Force and Space Force accounts.
  • Build relationships with senior leaders, acquisition professionals, program managers, and operational stakeholders.
  • Identify opportunities within:
    • AFMC
    • Air Staff
    • MAJCOMs
    • PEO organizations
    • Space Systems Command
    • Space Operations Command
    • Space Force Headquarters
    • Air Force Research Laboratory
  • Generate and manage a pipeline capable of exceeding annual revenue objectives.
  • Lead customer engagements, demonstrations, workshops, and pilot initiatives.
  • Collaborate with solution engineers and product leadership to align customer requirements with CORAS capabilities.
  • Leverage government acquisition pathways including:
    • SBIR Phase III
    • OTA
    • SEWP
    • GSA
    • Existing contract vehicles
  • Maintain accurate forecasts and opportunity tracking.
  • Represent CORAS at conferences, symposiums, and customer events.
Required Qualifications
  • 7+ years of enterprise software sales experience.
  • 5+ years selling into the U.S. Air Force or Space Force.
  • Demonstrated success closing six- and seven-figure federal software opportunities.
  • Strong understanding of Air Force and Space Force acquisition and budgeting processes.
  • Experience selling SaaS, AI, analytics, data platforms, or enterprise software solutions.
  • Proven ability to establish executive-level relationships.
  • Eligible for Secret Clearance
Preferred Qualifications
  • Prior Air Force or Space Force military or civilian service.
  • Existing relationships within AFMC, SSC, AFRL, or major acquisition organizations.
  • Experience supporting classified and mission-critical environments.
  • Familiarity with FedRAMP High, IL5, SIPR, and JWICS deployments.
  • Experience working with Carahsoft and federal channel partners.
Success Metrics
  • Annual bookings target
  • Pipeline growth
  • New logo acquisition
  • Expansion revenue
  • Executive engagement
  • Customer retention
Benefits
  • Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage
  • 401(k) Matching
  • PTO
Location

Candidate is required to live in the D.C., Maryland, or Virginia (DMV) area with the flexibility to travel to our McLean, VA office when needed.

Salary

$140,000 - $200,000 Base + Commission Eligible

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