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Business Development Consultant (Part-Time / Hourly) Applied Computational Engineering & TRACE Simulation

Company Summary

Triton Systems, Inc. combines 30+ years of experience with exciting growth and innovation opportunities within the product development and R&D space. We support Government and commercial markets by delivering advanced solutions across applications in defense, security, aerospace, energy, environmental sustainability, and human health. Where we see a larger opportunity, we create new companies to scale these solutions into businesses.

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced, well-connected Business Development Consultant to provide dedicated support to our Applied Computational Engineering group and our commercial software branch, TRACE Simulation. This is a part-time, hourly consulting role focused on transitioning advanced software prototypes and research-level capabilities into viable, market-ready products.

In this role, you will lead market outreach, expand industry networking, and set up high-level introductions across target sectors. The ideal candidate brings a proven track record of software commercialization and transition, with deep connections and domain expertise in the defense and aerospace industries.

Duties and Responsibilities

Market Strategy and Product Commercialization

• Identify, evaluate, and pursue transition pathways for applied computational engineering tools and TRACE Simulation software.
• Help define product-market fit, value propositions, and go-to-market strategies for commercial and government customers.
• Advise technical teams on customer requirements to guide the packaging of software capabilities into scalable commercial offerings.

Business Development, Networking, and Lead Generation

• Leverage existing industry networks to set up introductory meetings, technical briefings, and software demonstrations with key decision-makers.
• Expand Triton's footprint across defense, aerospace, and commercial simulation markets.
• Build and maintain a qualified pipeline of government program offices, prime contractors, and commercial enterprise clients.

Client Engagement and Capture Support

• Facilitate software transition opportunities into DoD programs of record, government research facilities, and commercial engineering teams.
• Support proposal efforts, customer presentations, and partnership negotiations.
• Coordinate closely with the Applied Computational Engineering team to align customer requirements with technical milestones.

Required Qualifications

• U.S. Citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance if required.
• Demonstrated success in technical business development, software sales, or product transition within engineering software or computational technologies.
• Established, active professional network within the defense, aerospace, and government R&D ecosystems.
• Proven experience transitioning advanced software technologies to government clients and prime contractors.
• Excellent interpersonal, networking, presentation, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to operate independently as a self-starter in a flexible, part-time consulting capacity.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with modeling, simulation, and applied computational engineering applications.
• Familiarity with DoD software acquisition pathways, SBIR/STTR Phase III transitions, and government contracting vehicles.
• Prior experience commercializing dual-use software products.

Engagement Details and Education

• Engagement Type: Part-time consultancy, hourly compensation commensurate with experience.
• Education: Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field (Advanced degree preferred).
• Experience: 8+ years of relevant business development, capture, or software commercialization experience.
• Location: Remote with occasional travel for client meetings and presentations as needed.

In compliance with federal laws contained in the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, all offers are contingent upon an applicant's ability to satisfy federal requirements regarding proof of identity and the lawful right to work in the United States. Due to access to Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI), engagement is contingent upon satisfying background check requirements.

Triton Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Due to the nature of our business and information associated with this position, interested candidates must be US Citizens.

Triton Systems' Headquarters is located in Chelmsford, Massachusetts.

Come join our success and grow with the strength of these fascinating new technologies. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Triton Systems is a U. S. Government contractor, therefore we are required to gather applicant information for Government reporting purposes. To apply for this position please go to our website's Careers section at www.tritonsystems.com and follow the Clicking Here link to our applicant tracking database to complete the application process. This will ensure efficient processing of your application.

We are an equal opportunity employer - M/F/D/VEEO. We strongly Encourage Qualified Women and Minorities to Apply.