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Posted on 24 days ago

Federal Account Executive- Dedrone

Dedrone by Axon

Company Overview: Dedrone is the world’s most trusted smart airspace security company. Hundreds of commercial, government and military customers around the world rely on Dedrone’s comprehensive, command and control (C2) solution to protect against the persistent and escalating threat from drones while enabling “good” drones to fly. By leveraging AI/ML, Dedrone is the only solution that provides continuous, autonomous interrogation and verification of drones that enables both multi-sensor and multi-mitigation options onto a single fused "pane-of-glass". Whether on-premise / air-gapped or in the cloud, Dedrone customers can easily detect, track, identify, analyze, and mitigate drone threats.

Location: DC Area preferred
Reports to: GM Dedrone Defense
Travel: 50%


Dedrone Defense by Axon is the global leader in airspace security, providing solutions to detect, identify, track, and mitigate unauthorized drones in sensitive environments. Axon, a pioneer in public safety technology, enhances these offerings with its ecosystem of devices, software, and mission-critical tools.
This role is a unique opportunity for a driven sales professional to lead growth in the Federal Sector (Civilian / Defense) by positioning Dedrone’s cutting-edge solutions to address critical (CsUAS) Counter Drone requirements for federal agencies.

What you’ll do:

  • Sales Strategy and Execution
    • Develop and execute a sales strategy focused on selling Dedrone Defense solutions to Federal Civilian or DoD agencies.
    • Identify and engage with key stakeholders, decision-makers, and influencers across federal agencies.
    • Manage the entire sales process, including prospecting, qualification, proposal development, negotiation, and closing deals.
  • Customer Relationship Management
    • Build and maintain trusted relationships with federal agency leaders, procurement teams, and key decision-makers.
    • Act as a trusted advisor, aligning Dedrone’s solutions to address specific operational and security needs.
    • Provide ongoing support and ensure customer satisfaction to drive adoption and long-term engagement.
  • Collaboration
    • Partner with Axon’s federal sales representatives and internal teams, including product, engineering, and marketing, to align customer needs with product offerings.
    • Collaborate across the Axon-Dedrone ecosystem to maximize value delivery to customers.
  • Market Intelligence
    • Stay up-to-date on federal procurement processes, acquisition regulations, and relevant certifications/standards.
    • Monitor federal trends, budget allocations, and agency priorities to uncover new opportunities for Dedrone solutions.
  • Reporting and Metrics
    • Maintain accurate sales pipeline data in the CRM and provide timely reporting to leadership.
    • Track and analyze sales performance to continuously optimize strategies and outcomes.

What you Bring:

  • Experience:
    • 5+ years of sales experience, with a proven track record of success in the Federal Sector. An active DoD security clearance preferred for Defense accounts.
    • Strong understanding of federal acquisition processes, contracting vehicles, and budget cycles.
    • Experience selling advanced state of the art technology, preferably leveraging AI/ML, preferred.
  • Skills:
    • Exceptional relationship-building and communication skills, with the ability to influence decision-makers in complex organizations.
    • Strategic thinker who can communicate technical concepts clearly and effectively.
    • Self-motivated, with excellent organizational and time management skills.
  • Knowledge:
    • Familiarity with CsUAS (counter-drone) market, airspace security, or defense-related systems is a strong plus.
    • Knowledge of Axon’s public safety solutions and their applicability to federal agencies is a bonus.
  • Education:
    • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).



Benefits that Benefit You

  • Competitive salary and 401k with employer match
  • Discretionary paid time off
  • Paid parental leave for all
  • Medical, Dental, Vision plans
  • Fitness Programs
  • Emotional & Mental Wellness support
  • Learning & Development programs
  • And yes, we have snacks in our offices
  • Benefits listed herein may vary depending on the nature of your employment and the location where you work.

 

 

The Pay: The compensation for this role is made up of an uncapped commissions and a starting base pay between USD 90,000.0 in the lowest geographic market and USD 150,000.0 in the highest geographic market. On average, the national commissions target for this role is USD 250,000.0.. The actual base pay is dependent upon many factors, such as: experience, training, transferable skills, work experience, business needs, and geographic market demands and often a combination of all these factors. Our benefits offer an array of options to help support you physically, financially and emotionally through the big milestones and in your everyday life. To see more details on our benefits offerings please visit www.axon.com/careers/benefits.

Don’t meet every single requirement? That's ok. At Dedrone, we Aim Far. We think big with a long-term view because we want to reinvent the world to be a safer, better place. We are also committed to building diverse teams that reflect the communities we serve.

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they check every box in the job description. If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification listed here, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

The above job description is not intended as, nor should it be construed as, exhaustive of all duties, responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with this job. The job description may change or be supplemented at any time in accordance with business needs and conditions.

Some roles may also require legal eligibility to work in a firearms environment.

Dedrone is committed to the well-being and safety of its employees as well as Dedrone’s impact on the environment. All Dedrone employees must be aware of and committed to the appropriate environmental, health, and safety regulations, policies, and procedures. Dedrone employees are empowered to report safety concerns as they arise and activities potentially impacting the environment.

We are an equal opportunity employer that promotes justice, advances equity, values diversity and fosters inclusion. We’re committed to hiring the best talent — regardless of race, creed, color, ancestry, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances — and empowering all of our employees so they can do their best work. If you have a disability or special need that requires assistance or accommodation during the application or the recruiting process, please email recruitingops@axon.com.