Roboze · 5 hours ago
Vice President, Corporate Development – Defense & National Security
United States
Full-time
Remote
Director/Executive
7+ years expRoboze is redefining how mission-critical defense components are designed and produced, with a focus on advanced manufacturing technologies. The VP of Corporate Development will align the company's capabilities with national defense priorities, build partnerships, and support program needs to enhance the integration of technology into the defense industrial base.
3D Printing3D TechnologyIndustrial ManufacturingManufacturingSoftware
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Support Key Defense Programs (DoD, Service Branches, Labs & Program Offices)
Engage with program leads across DoW, DoN, DoA, USAF, and other agencies to understand technical requirements, qualification needs, and modernization priorities
Support ongoing and new technology qualification initiatives tied to advanced materials, additive manufacturing, and resilient production capabilities
Work with acquisition stakeholders to align our offering with operational needs, budget pathways, prototyping efforts, and transition strategies
Provide strategic insight on emerging requirements related to hypersonics, propulsion, advanced polymers, high-temperature composites, and other mission-critical domains
Drive Strategic Cooperation With Defense OEMs & Tier 1 Integrators
Build and manage senior relationships with major primes (e.g., Lockheed Martin, RTX, Northrop Grumman, Boeing Defense, L3Harris, BAE Systems)
Identify where our technology can support OEM qualification programs and long-term production strategies
Explore and structure collaborations: material qualification, joint development, industrialization programs, and integration into existing production lines
Ensure technical and commercial alignment across engineering, R&D, supply chain, and program management teams
Engage With Venture Capital & Strategic Investors
Develop relationships with top defense-oriented VC funds, corporate venture arms, and national security investment programs
Identify co-investment, co-development, and strategic capital opportunities that accelerate growth and technology adoption
Support corporate financing strategy and investor communications around defense-sector initiatives
Build a network that provides intelligence on emerging technologies, supply chain trends, and potential acquisition targets
Corporate Development & Strategic Growth
Lead strategic initiatives that expand our role in the U.S. defense industrial base, including ecosystem partnerships, licensing models, and technology integration opportunities
Evaluate potential M&A opportunities and strategic partnerships aligned with advanced manufacturing, materials, and defense production
Shape long-term strategy based on geopolitical shifts, defense budgets, supply chain needs, and OEM qualification roadmaps
Work cross-functionally with engineering, product, operations, and global leadership to ensure strategic alignment
Qualification
Required
Deep experience in defense programs, OEM ecosystems, supply chains, or advanced manufacturing technologies
Understanding of how qualification, certification, and industrialization processes work in aerospace and defense environments
Experience working with—or alongside—major primes, advanced materials suppliers, or high-performance manufacturing teams
Ability to navigate DoD acquisition, program priorities, and technical requirements with confidence
Commercially strong, technically fluent, and comfortable engaging with executives, engineers, and investors
Mission-driven, hands-on, and able to work autonomously in a fast-moving, high-standards environment
7+ years in corporate development, strategic partnerships, defense innovation, or advanced manufacturing
Strong network across DoD, OEMs, and key industry players in aerospace & defense
U.S. citizenship and ability to hold/obtain a security clearance
Preferred
Experience with material or process qualification programs is highly preferred
Familiarity with defense procurement, OTAs, prototyping programs, and technology transition processes
Benefits
Competitive compensation with performance upside.
Company
Roboze
Roboze is re-shaping the manufacturing industry with the most precise 3D Printing technology for the most performing super materials.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknown2023-02-04Seed
2022-01-20Series Unknown
2021-12-09Series Unknown
Leadership Team
Alessio Lorusso
FOUNDER - CEO
Recent News
2025-12-05
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