About the job
At Sift, we are revolutionizing the development, testing, and operation of modern machines. Our cutting-edge platform provides engineers with real-time visibility into high-frequency telemetry, effectively eliminating bottlenecks and enabling accelerated, reliable development processes.
Rooted in our groundbreaking work at SpaceX on projects like Dragon, Falcon, Starlink, and Starship, Sift was established to support mission-critical systems where precision and scalability are paramount. Founded by a team of experts from SpaceX, Google, and Palantir, Sift is engineered to meet the demanding challenges of the aerospace and defense industries.
Role Overview
As a Technical Market Development Specialist, you will be at the forefront of customer engagement. Your role will involve identifying key accounts, engaging technical stakeholders at industry events and online platforms, and initiating high-value conversations that contribute to our sales pipeline.
This role is not focused on high-volume outbound sales calls; instead, it emphasizes research, context, and establishing credibility within the industry. You will conduct program research, track industry trends, attend events, and interact with engineers who are at the helm of developing some of the world's most complex systems, from autonomous defense technologies to next-generation spacecraft.
To excel in this position, you must possess a strong sense of curiosity, technical expertise, and the ability to navigate complex environments. You will collaborate closely with engineers, operators, and program managers to address critical challenges where performance, safety, and clarity are essential.
This position is ideal for individuals with experience in high-stakes sectors such as defense or aerospace, technical capture, strategic sourcing, or other customer-facing roles that require discipline, initiative, and cross-functional collaboration.
