Location: United States (Remote)
About the Company
Silicon is a U.S.-based sourcing company that helps large U.S. advanced manufacturers access rare earths, specialty metals, and advanced materials that are difficult to obtain through traditional supply chains.
These materials are used in:
Defense systems
Aerospace platforms
Photonics and optics
Semiconductor manufacturing
Advanced energy and industrial technologies We work directly with clients to understand their requirements, then coordinate sourcing, logistics, and delivery through our global network of suppliers.
Our mission is to help companies secure the materials they need to operate in an increasingly constrained global supply environment.
Role Overview
We are hiring a Client Partner – Defense & Aerospace to manage relationships with U.S. defense and aerospace clients and own the process of securing and delivering materials they require.
This is not a high-volume sales role. It is a senior, hands-on role focused on:
understanding complex client requirements
coordinating sourcing solutions
managing delivery and execution
building long-term client relationships The individual will manage the process from initial requirement through to successful delivery. 
Core Responsibilities
Client Relationship Management
Build trusted relationships with stakeholders at defense contractors and advanced manufacturers
Understand and document technical material requirements
Act as the primary point of contact for client engagements Commercial Ownership
Receive and manage client orders
Develop opportunities that lead to repeat business
Maintain an active pipeline of customer requirements
Technical Coordination Work with Silicon's sourcing team to locate suppliers
Confirm specifications and compliance requirements
Coordinate logistics and delivery Execution & Problem Solving
Manage supply challenges and delivery issues
Ensure successful order completion
Maintain accountability from order through delivery Ideal Candidate Profile We are seeking candidates with experience working with defense, aerospace, or advanced manufacturing organizations in supply chain strategy or consulting with strong BD and problem solving skills, who are comfortable operating in a fast-moving entrepreneurial company.
Relevant backgrounds may include:
Management or supply chain consulting
Defense contractor sales or program management
Aerospace supply chain or procurement
Specialty metals or materials trading
Government defense ecosystem
Key attributes:
Commercial mindset
Strong relationship builder
Problem solving mentality
Highly organized
Comfortable operating independently Culture Silicon operates very differently from large corporations.
We are a small, entrepreneurial company focused on solving difficult problems for important
industries.
The culture is defined by:
Ownership - Each team member owns their work end-to-end. There are no large internal departments
to hand problems to.
Problem Solving - Our clients come to us when materials are hard to find and supply chain problems.
We value people who enjoy solving complex problems rather than following rigid processes. Speed and Agility - We move quickly and make decisions fast. The team is lean, and bureaucracy is
minimal.
Independence - Team members operate with a high degree of autonomy and are trusted to manage
relationships and execute effectively.
Mission Focus - Our work supports critical U.S. industries including defense, aerospace, and advanced manufacturing, and we take that responsibility seriously.
This role is best suited for someone who enjoys building things, solving problems, and operating with
real responsibility.
Working Environment
Fully remote U.S.-based role
Reports directly to the CEO
Lean team structure
High level of autonomy and accountability Performance Expectations
Typical early success milestones include:
First order within 30 days
Multiple orders within 60 days
Strong client relationships that lead to repeat business Compensation
Base Salary: $100,000 - $200,000
Variable Compensation:
4% of gross margin on personal sales (paid monthly) Total compensation expected to exceed $300,000 -$400,000 for successful performers.
