Business Development Lead – Dock Subject Matter Expert (US Government)

Business Development Lead – Dock Subject Matter Expert (US Government) Skydio is the leading US drone company and the world leader in autonomous flight, the key technology for the future of drones and aerial mobility. The Skydio team combines deep expertise in artificial intelligence, best-in-class hardware and software product development, operational excellence, and customer obsession to empower a broader, more diverse audience of drone users, from utility inspectors to first responders, soldiers in battlefield scenarios and beyond. About the role: Skydio is seeking a senior, customer-facing Business Development Lead to serve as the Dock Subject Matter Expert (SME) for U.S. Government customers. This role carries clear ownership for driving business outcomes by landing and expanding strategic accounts. The BD Lead will be responsible for identifying, shaping, and winning key Programs of Record, engaging strategic customers, and accelerating the adoption of Skydio Dock–enabled remote operations across the U.S. Government. The ideal candidate is a seasoned business development leader with the ability to leverage an established network across the U.S. Government to influence outcomes at senior levels. This individual will engage in high-level discussions with Chief Information Officers (CIOs), Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs), and other executive stakeholders, articulating Skydio’s approach to networking, data security, and secure system architectures. The role requires credibility in conversations around secure cloud and on-premise deployments, accreditation pathways, and data protection requirements for mission-critical operations. This position plays a central role in navigating government funding environments—identifying existing sources of funding, aligning Skydio’s value proposition to established programs and mission priorities, and working with customers and internal stakeholders to develop new funding pathways where required. The BD Lead will position Skydio solutions within long-term acquisition strategies, with the objective of institutionalizing them as enduring capabilities and Programs of Record. In addition to direct customer engagement, this role will serve as a thought leader within the U.S. Government ecosystem—building credibility with senior decision-makers, influencing operational concepts and acquisition strategies related to remote operations, and representing Skydio in strategic forums. The BD Lead will clearly articulate the ROI of remotely operated autonomous systems for security, emergency response, and inspection missions, helping government customers transition from experimentation to scaled, secure, and programmatic adoption. Location: US Based - Remote How you'll make an impact: TECHNICAL & CUSTOMER LEADERSHIP - Act as the Dock business development lead to support the USG customers, supporting architecture design, deployment validation, and operational success. - Partner with Solutions Engineers to lead discovery, validate deployment architectures, and demonstrate system performance through demos, proofs-of-concept, and field deployments. - Engage confidently with a wide range of stakeholders, including: - Senior military and civilian government leadership - Engineers and operators in field environments - CIO, CISO, and enterprise IT leadership - Provide expertise in networking, datacenter, and secure system design, including cloud, hybrid, and on-premise deployments to help shape the USG Dock adoptions strategy. BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT & STRATEGY - Support the development and execution of Skydio’s USG Dock business development strategy, with a focus on long-term program adoption. - Drive customer approvals, buy-in, and internal alignment, particularly with security, IT, and acquisition stakeholders. - Leverage a strong government Rolodex and prior experience selling into CISO- and CIO-level buyers. - Help shape Skydio’s international Dock strategy, in close coordinatio ... (truncated, view full listing at source)