Account Executive - U.S. Air Force & Space ForceCORAS is seeking an Account Executive to expand our presence across the U.S. Air Force and U.S. Space Force. This individual will identify and close strategic software opportunities supporting operational planning, portfolio management, mission readiness, digital transformation, and AI-enabled decision advantage.
The ideal candidate has established relationships within Air Force and Space Force acquisition, operations, and modernization communities and understands how to move opportunities from pilot programs to enterprise adoption.
Responsibilities - Develop and execute growth strategies across Air Force and Space Force accounts.
- Build relationships with senior leaders, acquisition professionals, program managers, and operational stakeholders.
- Identify opportunities within:
- AFMC
- Air Staff
- MAJCOMs
- PEO organizations
- Space Systems Command
- Space Operations Command
- Space Force Headquarters
- Air Force Research Laboratory
- Generate and manage a pipeline capable of exceeding annual revenue objectives.
- Lead customer engagements, demonstrations, workshops, and pilot initiatives.
- Collaborate with solution engineers and product leadership to align customer requirements with CORAS capabilities.
- Leverage government acquisition pathways including:
- SBIR Phase III
- OTA
- SEWP
- GSA
- Existing contract vehicles
- Maintain accurate forecasts and opportunity tracking.
- Represent CORAS at conferences, symposiums, and customer events.
Required Qualifications - 7+ years of enterprise software sales experience.
- 5+ years selling into the U.S. Air Force or Space Force.
- Demonstrated success closing six- and seven-figure federal software opportunities.
- Strong understanding of Air Force and Space Force acquisition and budgeting processes.
- Experience selling SaaS, AI, analytics, data platforms, or enterprise software solutions.
- Proven ability to establish executive-level relationships.
- Eligible for Secret Clearance
Preferred Qualifications - Prior Air Force or Space Force military or civilian service.
- Existing relationships within AFMC, SSC, AFRL, or major acquisition organizations.
- Experience supporting classified and mission-critical environments.
- Familiarity with FedRAMP High, IL5, SIPR, and JWICS deployments.
- Experience working with Carahsoft and federal channel partners.
Success Metrics - Annual bookings target
- Pipeline growth
- New logo acquisition
- Expansion revenue
- Executive engagement
- Customer retention
Benefits - Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage
- 401(k) Matching
- PTO
Location: Candidate is required to live in the D.C., Maryland, or Virginia (DMV) area with the flexibility to travel to our McLean, VA office when needed.
Salary: $140,000 - $200,000 Base + Commission Eligible