Account Executive - USAF

Virtualitics
District of Columbia
Hybrid

Who this role is best for

Best suited to candidates with federal sales experience in the DoD, particularly within the USAF, working in a remote setup with high travel demands.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with federal sales experience in the DoD, especially USAF logistics and readiness domains
    — “7+ years of successful experience in a quota-carrying Federal Account Executive role, with a strong preference for experience within the DoW.
  • Individuals who have sold complex AI/ML software solutions to federal agencies
    — “Demonstrated experience selling enterprise software, AI/ML, data analytics, or similar complex technology solutions.
  • Professionals with a background in developing strategic account plans and managing long sales cycles
    — “Proven ability to develop and execute strategic account plans and manage complex sales cycles.

Things to consider

  • This role requires a security clearance, which may delay or prevent hiring for some candidates.
    — “This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance
  • The role demands a significant travel commitment, which may be a logistical challenge for some.
    — “Willingness to travel 40-50% as required to engage with DoD agencies and commands.

How to stand out

  • Highlight experience selling AI solutions directly to DoD agencies in your resume and interview responses.
    — “focusing on Artificial Intelligence (AI) applications that directly impact military readiness.
  • Emphasize your ability to map solutions to readiness missions in your account strategy examples.
    — “map our solutions to their critical readiness missions.
  • Demonstrate your understanding of federal procurement processes in your interview preparation.
    — “Strong understanding of procurement & contracting for AI software acquisition process.
Pace · Fast PacedCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · CompanyLevel · Senior

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What success looks like

  • 7+ years of successful experience in a quota-carrying Federal Account Executive role
  • proven ability to develop and execute strategic account plans
Typical background
Federal Account Executivecomplex technology solutions sales

Skills & requirements

Required

Sales ExecutionAccount ManagementCustomer Relationship BuildingSolution-oriented Selling

Preferred

Existing Relationships Within Dow LogisticsUnderstanding Of Dod Trends

Stack & domain

SalesAI SoftwareComplex Technology SolutionsProcurementContractingStrategic ThinkingOutcome OrientedCommunicationTeamworkDefenseNational SecurityAILogisticsSustainability

About the role

Original posting from Virtualitics via Lever

Sales Account Executive (DoW) - USAF

Team: Go-To-Market 

Location: Remote (Washington D.C. Metro Area preferred). 

Travel expectation: 40-50%.

Reports to: Sales Director

Position Overview

Virtualitics is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Sales Account Executive to join our Federal Sales team and Go-To-Market (GTM) Organization. This individual will be a key driver of our growth within the Department of War(DoW), focusing on Artificial Intelligence (AI) applications that directly impact military readiness. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker, aggressive and outcome oriented, with a proven track record of selling complex AI software solutions into the DoW space and a deep understanding of the challenges facing the Dept. of War in areas of sustainment, logistics, and operational availability.  Reporting directly to the Sales Director within GTM Organization.

Key Responsibilities

Full-Cycle Sales Execution: Drive the entire sales process from initial prospecting and opportunity identification to contract negotiation and closing. Build and manage a robust sales pipeline to meet and exceed annual sales targets & Qtrly deal stage KPI’s.

Sales Account Management: Develop and execute comprehensive account strategies to penetrate key DoD agencies and commands. Identify key stakeholders, understand their challenges, and map our solutions to their critical readiness missions.

Customer Relationship Building: Establish and nurture strong, long-lasting relationships with decision-makers, influencers, and end-users within the DoW.

Solution-Oriented Selling: Act as a trusted advisor to clients by deeply understanding their specific readiness needs across various domains, including:

Aircraft, ship, and ground vehicle asset availability and sustainment operations.

Medical device and personnel readiness of the total force.

Materiel storage, warehousing management, and supply chain logistics for specialized equipment.

Collaboration: Work closely with the Virtualitics pre-sales engineering/solutions, marketing, Acct Mgmt, and product teams to create and deliver compelling demonstrations, proposals, and RFI/RFP responses that effectively communicate our value proposition.  

Market Intelligence: Stay current on DoD trends, procurement processes, and competitive landscape to effectively position Virtualitics' solutions.

Qualifications & Skills

Required:

7+ years of successful experience in a quota-carrying Federal Account Executive role, with a strong preference for experience within the DoW..

Demonstrated experience selling enterprise software, AI/ML, data analytics, or similar complex technology solutions.

Proven ability to develop and execute strategic account plans and manage complex sales cycles.  Strong understanding of procurement & contracting for AI software acquisition process.  

Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to articulate a complex value proposition to a technical and non-technical audience.

Self-starter with the ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team in a fast-paced environment.

Willingness to travel 40-50% as required to engage with DoD agencies and commands.

Preferred:

Existing relationships within DoW logistics, sustainment, or readiness communities (e.g., USAF Air Force Materiel Command (AFMC), Air Force Life Cycle Management Center (AFLCMC), Air Force Sustainment Center (AFSC) , Air Combat Command (ACC) , Air Mobility Command (AMC) , Space Operations Command (SpOC), Air Force Chief Data Office / DoD CDAO AFWERX / DIU / Rapid Capabilities Office)

Understanding of government contracting and procurement vehicles.

Experience with MEDDIC/MEDPIC, Challenger, or other solution-selling methodologies.

Active security clearance or the ability to obtain one.

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.

This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance (interim and/or final). Continued employment is contingent upon the successful adjudication of this clearance; failure to obtain or maintain the required level of access may result in rescission of the job offer or termination of employment.

Compensation

We offer: 

Competitive base salary based on experience

Lucrative Commission Plan (50/50 sales plan)

100% employer paid health benefit premiums (medical, dental, vision)

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off for National Holidays

Stock options at sign-on

401k plan

Company equipment (Mac/PC and iPhone)

Remote work from home

About Us

Virtualitics, the Mission AI Company, is focused on readiness applications primarily for defense and national security. We are a rapidly growing small business built on a decade of Caltech research in partnership with NASA/JPL.  We transform mission readiness and operational efficiencies at speed and scale by reshaping how to approach complex data environments.  Our AI solutions provide essential insights that address critical national security capability gaps within operational readiness: Maintenance, Materiel, Supply Chain, Personnel, Data Modernization  and Deep Threat Analysis.

Source: Virtualitics careers (Lever)

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