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REGENT is building Seagliders—wing-in-ground-effect craft that travel just above water at 180 mph with 180-mile range on current battery technology (up to 400 miles with next-gen batteries). The company is scaling from prototype to full production and seeking a Director of Defense Mission Integration to lead the bridge between REGENT's technical teams and government/military partners.
In this role, you will own mission integration for REGENT's Defense business unit, reporting to the VP of Defense and managing a Mission Assurance Manager. You'll translate military and government mission needs into concepts of operation, test events, and deliverables that engineering, test, and maritime operations teams can execute. You'll also brief government stakeholders on vehicle capabilities and limitations to maintain credibility and realistic expectations.
Key responsibilities include:
- Leading the Defense & Government Relations team's mission integration function from day one, setting direction and priorities as the team grows
- Owning the capture strategy and process for defense and government opportunities
- Working directly with Navy, Marine Corps, Joint Force, and allied partners to understand mission requirements and translate them into engineering priorities
- Serving as REGENT's trusted voice with defense and government stakeholders, building relationships that unlock Seaglider missions
- Growing and structuring the Defense & Government Relations function
- Collaborating cross-functionally with engineering, program management, manufacturing, contracts, and maritime operations
- Overseeing program execution from early concept through delivery
You'll work in a fast-moving, high-growth environment backed by leading investors. The role offers competitive compensation with equity, 100% premium coverage for health/dental/vision insurance, 401(k) matching, flexible time off, paid parental leave, relocation packages, free daily catered lunches, and professional development opportunities.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Proven leadership experience, ideally within defense, government, or other mission-driven and highly regulated environments
- Deep understanding of how military and government stakeholders operate, including their priorities, processes, and decision-making pace
- Comfort building and scaling a function while simultaneously delivering results in ambiguous conditions
- Strategic thinking combined with hands-on execution capability
- Strong communication skills and ability to build trust quickly with government and military stakeholders
- Fast learner ready to develop expertise in capture and program management
- Mission-focused mindset with genuine interest in advanced maritime transportation and defense applications
