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# Senior Account Executive, Aerospace & Defense at Tulip Interfaces

- **Company:** Tulip Interfaces
- **Location:** Somerville, MA
- **Posted:** 2026-05-26
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-10-14
- **Apply:** https://tulip.co/careers/job-posting/?gh_jid=7733511003

## Job description

This role is located in Somerville, MA - We are a hybrid work environment and are in the office 3+ days/per week.

[Tulip](https://tulip.co/) brings modern technology and AI into manufacturing. Manufacturing accounts for almost 20% of the global economy and one in every seven workers on Earth, yet remains among the least digitized. More than a decade ago, we created the category to close that gap: AI-native software that puts cutting-edge tools directly in the hands of the people on the manufacturing front lines. Because we are human-centered and tech-obsessed, we are building a future of work where human ingenuity is amplified with the latest technology.

In January 2026 we became one of Boston's few new AI unicorns, reaching a $1.3B valuation. We're growing double digits in revenue year over year. The world's best manufacturers run on Tulip - turning inventory 10x faster, releasing gene therapies in hours instead of weeks, and training master craftspeople to forge engagement rings 5x more rapidly. Headquartered in Somerville, MA with offices in Germany, Hungary, Singapore, Japan, and Israel, we've been consistently named a World Economic Forum Global Innovator, a Gartner leader, and one of Built In Boston's "Best Places to Work."

We run the way we build: AI-forward, humanistic, and high ownership. We're looking for builders who are energized by complex problems, rapid cycles, and the unique opportunity to see their impact on a global scale.

About you:

You’re a tenured B2B SaaS seller who knows the aerospace and defense space inside and out, including the buyers, the compliance constraints, the long sales cycles, and what it actually takes to close. You thrive on owning a vertical end-to-end: building pipeline, navigating complex multi-stakeholder deals, and sharing what you’ve learned with the people around you. You’re energized by working at the intersection of cutting-edge technology and one of the most demanding manufacturing environments in the world.

What skills or experience do I need?

- 8-10+ years of B2B SaaS sales experience, with a track record of meeting or exceeding quota in complex, multi-stakeholder deals
- Deep familiarity with the aerospace and defense industry, including procurement processes, compliance environments, and operational workflows
- Experience managing a full sales cycle from prospecting through close, including contract negotiation
- Strong discovery and consultative selling skills; able to map customer pain to measurable business outcomes
- Comfortable operating in a fast-moving, early-stage environment where you help shape the playbook as much as you follow it
- US-based with ability to travel to customer sites as needed

## Key Responsibilities

- Own the full sales cycle for net-new and expansion opportunities within the US aerospace and defense vertical
- Build and maintain a healthy, self-sourced pipeline through outbound prospecting, industry events, and partner referrals
- Lead complex, multi-stakeholder deals from discovery through negotiation and close
- Develop deep knowledge of the A&D customer landscape. Think key accounts, personas, procurement dynamics, and competitive positioning
- Partner with Pre-Sales, Customer Success, and Solutions Engineering to deliver compelling evaluations and ensure smooth handoffs
- Capture and share field intelligence with Product, Marketing, and Sales leadership to inform roadmap and go-to-market strategy
- Serve as a peer resource and sounding board for earlier-tenure AEs, sharing deal strategy, lessons learned, and best practices
- Contribute to the development of vertical-specific sales collateral, talk tracks, and competitive guidance

## Key Collaborators

- Pre Sales Engineering
- Solutions Engineering
- Customer Success & Adoption
- Product Marketing
- GTM & Enablement

Working At Tulip

We’re building a strong, diverse team that values hard work, families, and personal well-being. Benefits of working with us include:

- Direct impact on product and culture
- Company equity
- Competitive benefits package including Health, Dental, Vision, Short-term Disability, Long-term Disability, Life Insurance, AD&D, FSA, Commuter Benefits, Parental Leave, and 401(K)
- Flexible work schedule and unlimited vacation policy
- Virtual company events and happy hours
- Fitness subsidies
- Dog-friendly office

We are an equal opportunity employer. At Tulip, we celebrate all. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. Help us build an inclusive community that will transform frontline operations.

The compensation information displayed on each job posting reflects the range for new hire pay rates for the position across all US locations. Within the range posted, actual compensation will be determined depending on multiple factors including job-related knowledge & skills, experience, business needs, geographical location, market compensation data, and internal equity. Expected compensation ranges for this role may change over time. The salary range for this position is $100,000 - $150,000 per year and is eligible for $200,000 - $300,000 on-target earnings (OTE). It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Please note that we may use AI-based tools to support parts of our hiring process. All data processing is carried out in compliance with local data protection laws, ensuring all personal candidate information is handled securely and ethically.

## About Tulip Interfaces

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Tulip provides a composable frontline operations platform that enables manufacturers in regulated industries to build AI‑enabled connected apps, guide operators, track production, and gain real‑time operational visibility.
- **Entity Type**: Private (well‑funded, with $272.5 M in total funding)
- **Headquarters**: Somerville, Massachusetts, United States
- **Founded**: 2012
- **Founders**: Founded by a team of engineers from the MIT Media Lab (founder names not publicly disclosed)

## Core Business
- **Primary industries**: Manufacturing operations software, with a focus on regulated industries such as pharmaceuticals, medical devices, and complex discrete manufacturing.
- **Target customers**: B2B – mid‑market to enterprise manufacturers; operations teams on the front line (operators, quality, engineering).
- **Mission**: To democratize technology and empower those closest to operations to solve problems, making people the most valuable resource in manufacturing.

## Products & Services
- **Frontline Operations Platform**: A composable, no‑code/low‑code platform that lets teams build apps, automations, and AI agents for guiding workflows, capturing data, and connecting machines. Includes an app editor, player, governance & change management, analytics, computer vision, and automation capabilities.
- **Connectors & Edge Connectivity**: Hundreds of pre‑built drivers and an open Connector Framework to integrate CNC machines, legacy equipment, ERPs, WMSs, and enterprise systems. An Edge Machine Kit provides on‑premise data collection and processing.
- **AI & ML**: Native AI that understands the full operational context – documents, videos, edge data, tables – and supports natural‑language queries, auto‑translation, and human‑in‑the‑loop approvals.
- **Professional Services**: From one‑week on‑site Jumpstarts to six‑week Proof of Value engagements, with dedicated solution engineers building MVPs alongside customer teams.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not publicly disclosed
- **Key Metrics**: Annual revenue of $145 M (LinkedIn estimate) | Total funding of $272.5 M
- **Notable Investors**: C4 Ventures (Series A lead), DMG Mori Seiki (Series B lead); total of 8 funding rounds including seed and non‑equity assistance
- **Growth Signals**:
  - 286 employees (+11.4 % YoY); operating in 15 countries (US, Hungary, Germany, UK, Singapore, Israel, Japan, France, etc.)
  - Recognized by Built In as a Top Workplace in Boston (2025) and named to the Deloitte Technology Fast 500 (2024, ranked 220th)
  - Growing engineering presence – 63 active job postings (+96.9 % YoY)

## Competitive Advantages
- **Regulatory‑ready**: GxP‑compliant and FedRAMP Moderate equivalent, enabling use in heavily regulated environments.
- **Composable platform**: Allows rapid creation and iteration of apps without custom coding; scales from single site to global enterprise with role‑based permissions and audit trails.
- **Deep connectivity**: Open Connector Framework with hundreds of drivers for industrial and enterprise systems; edge computing for real‑time data collection.
- **AI native**: AI agents that operate on the full context of the operation, with built‑in governance and human‑in‑the‑loop controls.
- **MIT Media Lab roots**: Ten years of research in frontline operations, IoT, machine vision, and human‑computer interaction.

## Strategic Focus
- Expanding global presence and partner ecosystem (ecosystem engineers, pre‑built connectors).
- Deepening AI and agentic capabilities to further automate decision‑making on the front line.
- Strengthening governance and compliance to serve larger, multi‑site enterprise customers.
- Continuing to build a “Center of Excellence” culture that enables customers to scale independently.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture**: Described as a team of “builders, hackers, dreamers, creatives, and rebels” with a strong mission to transform manufacturing. Operating principles emphasize impact, iteration, and people first.
- **Work model**: Flexible – remote, hybrid, and onsite options available across offices in Somerville (HQ), Budapest, Munich, Tokyo, Tel Aviv, Singapore, and remote in the US and UK.
- **Perks & benefits**: Unlimited vacation, competitive healthcare (medical, dental, vision), commuter benefits, work‑from‑home stipend, fitness subsidies, parental leave, 401K, and life insurance.
- **Engineering culture**: Cross‑functional teams (Apps, Edge, Connectivity, Data, MLG, QA, Accounts, TechOps, Product) that work closely with IIoT, AI/ML, and manufacturing experts. Employees have direct impact on product and users.
- **Recognition**: Multiple Top Workplace awards (Boston Globe, Built In) and strong employee‑led communities (Parents@Tulip, Hey Lady, Allies@Tulip).

## Sources
1. [tulip.co](https://tulip.co/)
2. [tulip.co/about-us](https://tulip.co/about-us/)
3. [tulip.co/_careers](https://tulip.co/_careers/)
4. [tulip.co/eng](https://tulip.co/eng/)
5. [linkedin.com/company/tulip-interfaces](https://www.linkedin.com/company/tulip-interfaces)

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