About Us
Asylon is building the future of automated robotic operations
Asylon is building the future of automated physical robotic operations (Security & Inspection)
Founded by aerospace engineers out of MIT, Asylon exists to solve one of the world's most fundamental problems: protecting and enabling people, property, and assets at scale. We design and deploy integrated robotics, software, and AI systems that operate continuously in the real world—where reliability is critical and failure is not an option. Our technology is already protecting lives and infrastructure every day, while enabling readiness across the Department of War (DoW).
The Asylon team brings deep roots in aerospace, defense, and mission-critical engineering, with experience spanning military aviation, naval defense platforms, and advanced commercial systems. That heritage shapes how we work: high standards, disciplined execution, and uncompromising integrity. We build and operate systems that deliver real outcomes for real customers.
We are assembling a team of engineers, operators, and leaders who want their work to matter—people who thrive in demanding environments, take pride in craftsmanship, and take ownership of results. At Asylon, you will help build category-defining technology, push the boundaries of what autonomous systems can do, and set the standard for an entirely new industry.
Our Product - Automated Physical Robotics Operations (Security & Inspection)
Our full-stack solution enables autonomous aerial and ground robots to operate persistently alongside human security and maintenance teams providing continuous situational awareness, rapid response capabilities, actionable intelligence, and detailed imagery at scale. We believe the future of security and inspections is not humans or machines. It is humans + machines + AI working together amplifying coverage, improving decision-making, and reducing risk.
Our platform transforms robots from experimental tools into dependable security and inspection assets. Deployed at customer sites today, Asylon systems conduct routine patrols, respond to incidents, integrate directly into security operations, inspect aircraft as they go through depot level maintenance—extending the reach of teams and fundamentally changing how physical security and inspections are delivered.
We are building the software infrastructure layer for the automated security and inspection economy. The work is exciting, and the mission is real.
Position
Asylon is seeking a visionary and results-oriented Director of Navy Programs. This critical leadership role will be responsible for developing and executing the company's strategy to effectively introduce, integrate, and scale our innovative technologies within the Department of War (DoW), with a concentration within the Department of the Navy (DoN), both Navy and Marine Corps (USMC), ecosystem. The Director will lead efforts to understand DoN capability needs, identify transition pathways, build strategic partnerships, identify funding opportunities, and ultimately drive the adoption of Asylon's solutions across relevant DoN programs. This individual will possess a deep understanding of DoN technology landscape, acquisition processes, key stakeholders, and the critical factors for successful technology transition from concept to operational deployment.
Primary duties include:
Navy and USMC Program Management
Manage and maintain existing programs and initiatives with the DoN through ensuring all stakeholders internally and externally remain on track with contract timelines and navigate any issues, government or Asylon, to ensure that contract deliverables meet requirements and are delivered on-time to the customer.
Program Transition
Responsible for the transition of Service programs into Program of Record (PoR) awards. This includes developing and submitting the requisite budgets, approvals, and other information to the relevant stakeholders at the respective program offices. Endeavor to maximize contract awards, working to gain stakeholder approval and support at the base and Major Command/DoN levels.
Expansion into Adjacent Customers
Develop and implement a strategy for transitioning Asylon capabilities to other Navy and USMC missions through various contracting/funding vehicles by identifying missions Asylon capabilities can support and their respective stakeholders.
Capability Shaping
Shape Asylon’s DoN technology roadmap based upon field experience and end-user feedback.
Internal Navy and USMC Champion
Act as the internal Asylon champion and liaison between the DoN, Engineering, Operations, and Finance departments to ensure successful execution of existing DoN program deliverables and goals.
Team Leadership & Development
Foster a collaborative and technically proficient team environment. Provide guidance, coaching, and professional development opportunities to team members.
Required Skills and Experience
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant technical or scientific field
- Established network of key technical contacts and relationships within various branches and agencies of the DoW, concentrating on the Navy and USMC.
- Strong understanding of Technology Readiness Levels (TRLs) and the technology maturation process within the DoW.
- Proven program/project management skills.
- Excellent technical communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interact with technical experts and senior leaders.
- Proven ability to develop and execute strategic technology transition plans.
- Strong leadership and team management skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative, cross-functional team.
- Must be a U.S. Citizen and eligible for a security clearance (Active Secret or Top Secret clearance preferred).
- Willingness to travel as required.
Highly Desired:
- Familiarity with specific DoW and DoN technology priorities and modernization initiatives relevant to Asylon's offerings.
- Understanding of DoW and DoN cybersecurity requirements and compliance frameworks.
- Leadership background, including Command tour(s)
- Prior experience at the DoN and/or Joint Staff levels.
- History of deployment in relevant operational environments.
Asylon is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We recruit, hire, employ, train, promote, and compensate individuals based on job related qualifications and abilities. At Asylon we have a longstanding policy of providing a work environment that respects the dignity and worth of each individual and is free from all forms of discrimination, including harassment, because of race, color, sex, gender, age, religion or religious creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
We are an inclusive organization and actively promote equality of opportunity for all with the right mix of talent, skills and potential. We welcome all applications from a wide range of candidates. Selection for roles will be based on qualifications, merit, and business need alone.
Pay: $150,000.00 - $175,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Relocation assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Answer only "yes" or "no". Are you a U.S. Person as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62? This includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Norristown, PA 19401
