Remote Defense Sales Executive – Space & Mission Software

EVONA; Colorado; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

EVONA is seeking a Defense Sales Executive to drive growth with DoD, IC, and Prime Contractors in a remote US role. You will own opportunity development, engage executives, and align customer needs with our space, digital engineering and mission software offerings.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in defense sales, strong relationships across DoD/IC/Prime Contractors, and the ability to communicate complex tech to decision-makers. Startup experience and active clearance are a plus.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in defense sales or related roles.
• Existing DoD/IC/Prime Contractor relationships.
• Strong understanding of defense acquisition processes.
• Experience in space/aerospace/mission software or related tech.
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to engineers and senior decision-makers.
• Startup or high-growth experience is desirable.
• Active US security clearance preferred or ability to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute growth strategies across key DoD, IC, and Prime Contractor accounts.
• Build and expand relationships with government stakeholders, acquisition teams, and industry partners.
• Identify, qualify, and capture new business opportunities.
• Lead customer engagements, demonstrations, and executive-level discussions.
• Support proposal and pursuit activities for strategic opportunities.
• Work closely with technical teams to align customer requirements with product capabilities.
• Maintain accurate pipeline management and forecasting.
• Represent the company at industry events, conferences, and customer meetings.

Skills

Defense sales

Relationship building

Acquisition knowledge

Strategic selling

Executive communication

Job description

EVONA is seeking a Defense Sales Executive to drive growth with DoD, IC, and Prime Contractors in a remote US role. You will own opportunity development, engage executives, and align customer needs with our space, digital engineering and mission software offerings.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in defense sales, strong relationships across DoD/IC/Prime Contractors, and the ability to communicate complex tech to decision-makers. Startup experience and active clearance are a plus.