Senior Manager, Italy – Defense Systems & Ecosystem DevelopmentAbout The RoleWe are seeking a senior Italian defense leader to establish and scale our in-region defense systems presence as we expand from semiconductor components into complete subsystems and solutions across radar, electronic warfare, communications, satcom, autonomous platforms, and precision sensing technologies.This individual will serve as the senior Aerospace & Defense representative for Italy and play a critical role in shaping our long-term growth strategy across the region.Key ResponsibilitiesItaly Strategy & LeadershipDevelop and execute the Aerospace & Defense growth strategy across ItalyAlign regional initiatives with global semiconductor and subsystem roadmapsIdentify priority national defense programs and funding opportunitiesServe as senior executive representative to Italian customers and government stakeholdersCatalyst Lab DevelopmentLead the establishment of a customer‐facing collaboration and support laboratory in Milan, ItalyStand up secure IT and export‐controlled infrastructureExecute ADI defense engagement model for ecosystem collaborationOversee catalyst operations, budget, and local execution in a matrixed environmentRegional CollaborationEstablish relationships with ministries of defense, primes, and subsystem integratorsIdentify co‐funded R&D programs and public‐private partnershipsEnsure compliance with national security and export control requirementsScale responsibly while maintaining operational excellenceEcosystem & Government EngagementBuild trusted relationships with defense ministries and funding bodiesPartner with universities, research institutions, and innovation clustersPosition the company as a long‐term Italian defense systems partnerQualificationsRequiredItalian national eligible for required security clearances10+ years of leadership experience in Italy's aerospace or defense industryProven track record of building and scaling organizations or regional operationsEstablished network across Italian defense ecosystemsPreferredStrong technical background in radar, electronic warfare, communications, satcom, autonomy, or precision sensingExperience operating in classified and export‐controlled environmentsPrior experience standing up R&D centers or collaboration labsFamiliarity with Italian defense funding mechanisms and multinational programsWhy Join Us?This is a rare opportunity to build and lead an Italian defense systems presence at scale. You will shape regional strategy, influence next‐generation architectures, and establish a long‐term footprint in one of the world's most important defense markets.Additional InformationFor positions requiring access to technical data, Analog Devices, Inc. may have to obtain export licensing approval from the U.S. Department of Commerce – Bureau of Industry and Security and/or the U.S. Department of State – Directorate of Defense Trade Controls. As such, applicants for this position – except U.S. Citizens, U.S. Permanent Residents, and protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) – may have to go through an export licensing review process.Analog Devices is an equal opportunity employer.Job Req Type: ExperiencedRequired Travel: Yes, 25% of the timeShift Type: 1st Shift/Days#J-18808-Ljbffr