Venture Strategy Consultant
FedTech, Arlington, VA, United States
Job Description
If you’re excited to scale advisory programs and help bring breakthrough technologies to market - we’d love to connect!
Who we are:
FedTech is a group of entrepreneurially minded people on a mission to unlock the benefits of technology.
We believe in the value of deep tech and its positive impact on the world, aspiring to democratize access to it for entrepreneurs and professionals around the world.
We are venture builders who thrive at the intersection of US entrepreneurship, breakthrough technologies, and mission-driven organizations.
Since 2015, we have supported over 1,000 companies that have collectively raised more than $5B in funding, while also partnering with hundreds of corporate, government, and university clients.
What you’ll do: We are seeking a Venture Strategy Consultant to lead high-impact commercialization engagements for SBIR/STTR-funded dual-use startups. This role is delivery-focused and analytical, combining structured research, founder‑facing advisory work, and disciplined execution within a defined commercialization framework. You will work directly with early‑stage companies, especially in defense and energy markets, helping translate complex technologies into actionable commercialization strategy.
Typical functions include:
Lead TABA consulting engagements with SBIR/STTR‑funded small businesses to support commercialization of emerging technologies.
Conduct structured interviews with founders and technical teams to assess value propositions, R&D strategy, commercialization readiness, and market positioning.
Perform technical, competitive, and market diligence using structured frameworks and AI‑enabled research tools.
Synthesize information and develop actionable next steps, commercialization roadmaps, techno‑economic assessments, and strategic growth recommendations.
Actively engage with external networks, including investors, industry partners, federal program offices, and ecosystem stakeholders to inform advisory work and create actionable connections for clients.
Provide guidance across SBIR/STTR pathways, non‑dilutive funding strategy, IP positioning, compliance considerations, and capital readiness.
Prepare and deliver high‑quality written reports and strategic briefings that inform critical growth decisions.
Manage engagement timelines, expectations, and deliverable quality across multiple concurrent projects.
Contribute ideas to continuously improve internal tools, templates, and AI‑driven workflows.
Successful candidates will have the following qualifications:
5+ years of relevant experience in consulting, venture advisory, innovation programs, or technology commercialization or equivalent advanced education with 2+ years of experience
Familiarity with the U.S. SBIR/STTR ecosystem; prior TABA experience is a plus
Strong analytical capability with ability to synthesize technical and competitive information into clear commercialization strategy.
Experience working with early‑stage startups, particularly in defense, dual‑use, or energy markets.
Demonstrated ability to build and leverage professional networks across innovation, investment, or federal technology ecosystems.
Demonstrated ability to operate independently while delivering several client engagements in parallel within a structured advisory framework.
Clear enthusiasm for leveraging AI and modern research tools to increase analytical depth and delivery efficiency.
Strong written communication skills, including experience drafting technical or strategic reports.
Interest in defense and/or energy innovation ecosystems
Self‑directed, accountable, and comfortable operating in a fast‑paced advisory environment.
Our Values:
Boldness: We have the fortitude to forge new paths and push beyond our comfort
Unity: We treat our clients, team members and partners as we would like to be treated - we are one united team
Introspection: We recognize introspection is the necessary ingredient in which self‑improvement flourishes
Leadership: We embrace servant leadership - putting the interests of client, team partners and partners first
Decisiveness: We have a strong bias towards action
Compensation:
Base salary range: $92-110k
The salary range listed for this position is based on market data and internal compensation structure. The final compensation package will be determined based on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, relevant experience, skills and education. This range is not a guarantee of compensation, and offers may fall outside this range in exceptional cases.
In addition to the base salary, compensation includes performance based bonus (OTE) and ability to earn equity
A competitive benefits package including 401K with employer match, health/dental/vision plans through Blue Cross Blue Shield, accrued PTO, professional development funds, employer paid disability insurance, parental leave, transportation and wellness reimbursements, amongst others.
Location: The position will be set up as a hybrid work arrangement in either of the following locations:
3 days in person at our headquarters in Arlington, VA, and 2 days remote
2 days in person at our office in Boston, MA and 3 days remote
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Who we are:
FedTech is a group of entrepreneurially minded people on a mission to unlock the benefits of technology.
We believe in the value of deep tech and its positive impact on the world, aspiring to democratize access to it for entrepreneurs and professionals around the world.
We are venture builders who thrive at the intersection of US entrepreneurship, breakthrough technologies, and mission-driven organizations.
Since 2015, we have supported over 1,000 companies that have collectively raised more than $5B in funding, while also partnering with hundreds of corporate, government, and university clients.
What you’ll do: We are seeking a Venture Strategy Consultant to lead high-impact commercialization engagements for SBIR/STTR-funded dual-use startups. This role is delivery-focused and analytical, combining structured research, founder‑facing advisory work, and disciplined execution within a defined commercialization framework. You will work directly with early‑stage companies, especially in defense and energy markets, helping translate complex technologies into actionable commercialization strategy.
Typical functions include:
Lead TABA consulting engagements with SBIR/STTR‑funded small businesses to support commercialization of emerging technologies.
Conduct structured interviews with founders and technical teams to assess value propositions, R&D strategy, commercialization readiness, and market positioning.
Perform technical, competitive, and market diligence using structured frameworks and AI‑enabled research tools.
Synthesize information and develop actionable next steps, commercialization roadmaps, techno‑economic assessments, and strategic growth recommendations.
Actively engage with external networks, including investors, industry partners, federal program offices, and ecosystem stakeholders to inform advisory work and create actionable connections for clients.
Provide guidance across SBIR/STTR pathways, non‑dilutive funding strategy, IP positioning, compliance considerations, and capital readiness.
Prepare and deliver high‑quality written reports and strategic briefings that inform critical growth decisions.
Manage engagement timelines, expectations, and deliverable quality across multiple concurrent projects.
Contribute ideas to continuously improve internal tools, templates, and AI‑driven workflows.
Successful candidates will have the following qualifications:
5+ years of relevant experience in consulting, venture advisory, innovation programs, or technology commercialization or equivalent advanced education with 2+ years of experience
Familiarity with the U.S. SBIR/STTR ecosystem; prior TABA experience is a plus
Strong analytical capability with ability to synthesize technical and competitive information into clear commercialization strategy.
Experience working with early‑stage startups, particularly in defense, dual‑use, or energy markets.
Demonstrated ability to build and leverage professional networks across innovation, investment, or federal technology ecosystems.
Demonstrated ability to operate independently while delivering several client engagements in parallel within a structured advisory framework.
Clear enthusiasm for leveraging AI and modern research tools to increase analytical depth and delivery efficiency.
Strong written communication skills, including experience drafting technical or strategic reports.
Interest in defense and/or energy innovation ecosystems
Self‑directed, accountable, and comfortable operating in a fast‑paced advisory environment.
Our Values:
Boldness: We have the fortitude to forge new paths and push beyond our comfort
Unity: We treat our clients, team members and partners as we would like to be treated - we are one united team
Introspection: We recognize introspection is the necessary ingredient in which self‑improvement flourishes
Leadership: We embrace servant leadership - putting the interests of client, team partners and partners first
Decisiveness: We have a strong bias towards action
Compensation:
Base salary range: $92-110k
The salary range listed for this position is based on market data and internal compensation structure. The final compensation package will be determined based on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, relevant experience, skills and education. This range is not a guarantee of compensation, and offers may fall outside this range in exceptional cases.
In addition to the base salary, compensation includes performance based bonus (OTE) and ability to earn equity
A competitive benefits package including 401K with employer match, health/dental/vision plans through Blue Cross Blue Shield, accrued PTO, professional development funds, employer paid disability insurance, parental leave, transportation and wellness reimbursements, amongst others.
Location: The position will be set up as a hybrid work arrangement in either of the following locations:
3 days in person at our headquarters in Arlington, VA, and 2 days remote
2 days in person at our office in Boston, MA and 3 days remote
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