Military Base Electrifications Business Development Leader
Job Description Summary
GE Vernova Power Conversion and Storage is seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Business Development Leader to lead growth efforts in military base electrification projects, with a primary focus on the U.S. Army and other service branches. This role will be responsible for driving strategic customer engagement, navigating complex federal procurement processes, and delivering tailored electrification and energy resilience solutions that align with the Department of Defense's mission-readiness goals. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in energy infrastructure focused on electrical systems, deep familiarity with military stakeholders and contracting mechanisms, and a passion for advancing secure, and reliable power systems across U.S. military installations.
Job Description
Job Description Essential Responsibilities
Lead business development efforts for power electrification projects on U.S. military installations, with a primary focus on Army, Air Force, Marines, and Space Force bases.
Establish and grow strategic relationships with Department of Defense (DoD) stakeholders, including Army Corps of Engineers, Defense Innovation Unit (DIU), and energy-focused procurement offices.
Drive complex, long-cycle sales processes involving microgrids, renewable integration, energy storage, and base-wide electrification strategies aligned with military resilience and decarbonization goals.
Navigate federal acquisition processes (FAR/DFAR), Energy Savings Performance Contracts (ESPC), and Utility Energy Services Contracts (UESC) to structure and find projects to bid
Collaborate across GE Vernova businesses to align GE Vernova solutions with mission-critical energy security requirements and sustainability mandates unique to each service branch.
Lead RFP responses and proposal development, ensuring technical and commercial alignment with Army Strategy and other branch-specific electrification and energy resilience initiatives.
Monitor and influence evolving military electrification policy and funding programs, including those from the Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD) and Department of Energy (DoE) partnerships.
Represent GE Vernova at key defense energy forums, industry conferences, and military installations, serving as a subject matter expert in power infrastructure and electrification for national defense applications.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in engineering, Business, or a related field
8+ years of sales or business development experience in the energy, infrastructure, or federal contracting sectors, with a proven track record of closing complex deals.
Demonstrated knowledge of U.S. military structure, energy procurement processes, and federal contracting vehicles (e.g., ESPC, UESC, FAR/DFAR).
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working directly with U.S. Army energy, infrastructure, or facilities commands, such as the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Army Installation Management Command (IMCOM), or Army Office of Energy Initiatives (OEI).
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Familiarity with distributed energy technologies, including microgrids, energy storage, Power System and Power Conversion infrastructure, and renewable integration.
Established network within the Department of Defense and military energy community, including prior engagement with senior military or civilian stakeholders.
Security clearance or ability to obtain one, depending on project requirements.
Additional Job Description
Must be a US citizen
Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes
This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.
Additional Information
GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
GE Vernova will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).
Relocation Assistance Provided: No
For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $134,400.00 and $224,100.00. The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate's experience, education, and skill set.
Bonus eligibility: ineligible.
This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on November 20, 2025.
Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off.
GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, "GE Vernova") sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs GE Vernova reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.
Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
- Health Insurance
- Health Reimbursement Account
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- FSA
- FSA With Employer Contribution
- HSA
- HSA With Employer Contribution
- Fitness Subsidies
- On-Site Gym
- Mental Health Benefits
Parental Benefits
- Adoption Assistance Program
- Family Support Resources
- Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
- Adoption Leave
Work Flexibility
- Flexible Work Hours
- Remote Work Opportunities
- Hybrid Work Opportunities
Office Life and Perks
- Commuter Benefits Program
- Casual Dress
- On-Site Cafeteria
- Holiday Events
Vacation and Time Off
- Unlimited Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Personal/Sick Days
- Summer Fridays
Financial and Retirement
- 401(K)
- Stock Purchase Program
- Performance Bonus
- Relocation Assistance
- Financial Counseling
- Profit Sharing
Professional Development
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Access to Online Courses
- Lunch and Learns
- Leadership Training Program
- Internship Program
- Associate or Rotational Training Program
Diversity and Inclusion
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
- Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
- Unconscious Bias Training
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