Business Development Representative — Internship

About Alta Ares

Alta Ares is an air defense Neoprime. We build AI-guided interceptors to counter drones and cruise missiles, along with the software platform that powers them.

Our customers are NATO-aligned militaries and defense institutions, and our systems are regularly deployed during live exercises and operational demonstrations across Europe, the Middle East, and Asia.

Founded in 2024, we have grown to 90 people, raised over $60M, and increased revenue 40× this year. We are now entering a new phase of international expansion, industrial scaling, fundraising, and product development.

Role & Mission

This VIE is Alta Ares' first step into the Japanese market. As Business Developer VIE Japan, you will lay the groundwork for Alta Ares' commercial presence in Japan — mapping the ecosystem, identifying opportunities, building early-stage relationships, and supporting the development of a long-term BD strategy.

You will operate with real ownership and direct exposure to Alta Ares' leadership. This is not a support role: you will be the company's eyes, ears, and voice in Japan, contributing directly to one of the most strategically significant market entries the company will make.

Japan is accelerating its defence modernisation at an unprecedented pace. You will be there at