Zeno Power

Head of Business Development - Maritime

Washington, DC

No sponsorship$180k-$250kDetected 55 days ago

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About the role

Zeno Power is the leading developer of nuclear batteries - compact power systems that provide reliable, clean energy in frontier environments.
By harnessing the heat from radioisotopes, Zeno's batteries power critical missions on Earth, in space, and at sea.
To bring this technology to market by 2027, Zeno is seeking out purpose-driven and innovative professionals who are comfortable working in a startup environment.

Lead the development and execution of business development strategies for the maritime sector, including the U.S. Navy, Intelligence Community, and commercial maritime markets.
Lead in capture efforts, including stakeholder engagement, requirements shaping, and proposal coordination.
Develop and maintain relationships with key government agencies (e.g., NAVSEA, ONR, DARPA), defense primes, commercial maritime entities, and regulatory bodies.
Lead the proposal process, including writing content, coordinating inputs from technical teams, and ensuring alignment with Zeno's pricing and value proposition strategy.
Represent Zeno Power at industry events, conferences, and customer engagements to strengthen market presence and build strategic relationships.
Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, product, supply chain, and regulatory teams to ensure alignment between customer needs and Zeno's product roadmap.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.
To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently.
The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities.
This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" relationship.

Minimal, with ability to safely lift up to 15 pounds Repetitive work: Prolonged Special Senses: Visual and audio focused work
Travel is required, 25%-50%
Minimal, with ability to safely lift up to 15 pounds
While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear.
Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.
Export Control Applicants for employment at Zeno Power must be a U.S. person.
Key Qualifications and Skills 10+ years of experience in business development, government sales, or strategic partnerships in defense, aerospace, energy, or advanced technology sectors.

Active TS/SCI clearance.
Prior experience working with relevant program offices (e.g., NAVSEA, ONR, DARPA) Familiarity with nuclear maritime operations, import/export regulations, and/or radioactive materials and radiation safety.
Job Functions Position requires in-office presence in Washington, D.C. (Mt.

Stairs, typing/keyboard, standard and/or sitting working environment of >8 hrs./day Compensation and Benefits The anticipated salary band for this position is $180,000-250,000.
Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others.
Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth startup environment.

Experience working with defense primes, government agencies, and commercial customers to bring advanced technology to market.

Zeno is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified, diverse, and dedicated work force.

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