Director of Maritime Growth – DefenseTech – Washington D.C.

Darwin have partnered with a Defense & Maritime Technology start-up who have a unique offering with massive growth potential, building deep-sea technology that will power the future of undersea warfare.

They secured Series B at over $40m in 2025 and are now looking for someone to head up their growth in the Maritime Defense sector.

As a Director of Maritime Growth you will build and execute a GTM strategy that will help take them from $20m to a $100m+ revenue organisation.

Why Join?

• Uniquely positioned for huge growth.
• Well backed and funded ($40m+ Series B / $100m+ overall)
• Shape GTM strategy and have real autonomy.

Experience of Interest

• Proven track record of individual contribution, selling high-tech solutions within the Defense & Maritime industry.
• Hunter mentality, opening up new markets, experienced going from R&D to production within start-up environments.
• Ex-Navy, you’ve ideally held subsea / seabed warfare and/or Innovation-related positions.
• Strong understanding of Defense procurement processes and network of decision makers across NAVSEA, ONA, DARPA, OPNAV, N97, DIU, APFIT, RPP.
• US Citizen, with active TS/SCI clearance or ability to gain.

Pay circa $180,000-$250,000 + Comms + stock options. Onsite requirement in Washington D.C ideally 3 days per week, however flex up to once a month for the right individual.

Reach out to Richard James, Head of Defense Business at Darwin Recruitment if you’re open to hearing more – richard.james@darwinrecruitment.com

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