Senior Manager, Business Development

Aeva

Senior business development leader expanding Aeva’s laser displacement and LiDAR solutions for industrial automation. Building partnerships and driving adoption across manufacturing, robotics, and precision measurement markets.

Posted 8/4/2026full-timeRemote • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $163,200 - $199,331 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing go-to-market strategies for high-precision measurement technologies, with a strong focus on laser displacement sensors and industrial automation. Proven ability to cultivate strategic partnerships and drive sales in high-growth environments.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Go-To-Market Strategy DevelopmentLaser Displacement SensorsBusiness Development in Industrial AutomationCross-Functional CollaborationExceptional Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Laser Displacement SensorsLiDAR3D CamerasLine ScannersHigh-Precision Measurement TechnologiesOpticsPhotonicsSemiconductor-Based SensingRoboticsMetrology

Soft Skills

Negotiation SkillsInfluencing Stakeholders

Certifications & Qualifications

Technical Degree in PhysicsTechnical Degree in EngineeringMBA Preferred

Industry Keywords

Industrial AutomationFactory AutomationHigh-Precision MeasurementBusiness Operations ScalingMachine Vision

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and execute go-to-market strategies for Aeva’s laser displacement and high-precision sensing solutions in industrial automation
Identify and cultivate strategic partnerships with OEMs, system integrators, and key industry players
Lead business development efforts to expand Aeva’s presence in manufacturing, robotics, and industrial automation sectors
Drive sales and business development of new products to large-scale commercial orders
Shape product positioning and messaging for precision measurement and automation
Collaborate with engineering and product teams to define customer needs, market requirements, and product roadmaps
Represent Aeva at industry conferences and trade shows
Secure and develop customer relationships through production

Requirements

What you’ll need

Deep technical understanding of laser displacement sensors, LiDAR, 3D cameras, line scanners, and other high-precision measurement technologies
Well connected in the industrial automation market
Proven track record developing and executing go-to-market strategies for high-tech industrial products
Strong network within industrial automation, factory automation, and high-precision measurement industries
Experience working cross-functionally with engineering, sales, and product management teams
Exceptional communication and negotiation skills with the ability to influence key stakeholders
Background in optics, photonics, or semiconductor-based sensing technologies
Prior experience working with robotics, metrology, or machine vision companies
Experience scaling business operations in a high-growth startup environment
Technical degree in Physics, Engineering, or a related field
MBA preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
Pre-tax commuter and health care/dependent care accounts
401k plan
Life and disability benefits
Flexible time off
Paid parental leave
11 paid holidays annually
Equity, bonus, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package