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Business Development Director

BAE Systems

Mclean, VA
Full Time
Director
150k-256k
about 2 months ago

Job Description

About the Role

Join BAE Systems Intelligence & Security sector (I&S) as a Director of Business Development for the Air and Space Force Solutions (ASFS) business area. Reporting directly to the Vice President, Business Winning, you will partner with the business area team to drive the organization’s strategic growth objectives by developing and refining an understanding of customers’ most important needs and laying the foundation for winning strategies. The position involves developing a holistic and cohesive USAF business development strategy and pipeline, planning and recommending BD and marketing strategies to achieve maximum customer and market penetration, and supporting growth in a dynamic and diverse market space. The role is located in McLean, Virginia, with frequent travel to company and customer locations.

Key Responsibilities

  • Grow Air & Space Force domestic opportunity pipeline with focus on PEO C3BM by leveraging existing and adjacent markets/customers through diligent and timely identification and qualification of new business opportunities.
  • Develop and execute strategic and tactical plans for the pursuit and successful capture of key opportunities within PEO C3BM.
  • Obtain marketing intelligence and competitive data related to potential pursuits and develop marketing strategies.
  • Establish, build, and maintain customer relationships and assess competitor capabilities aligned to the Air and Space Force requirements.
  • Support creation and execution of multi-year business development strategies.
  • Manage technical marketing discretionary funds planning and execution.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in a technical or business-related discipline.
  • Minimum of 12 years of relevant business development experience.
  • Demonstrated success in leading and winning new domestic and international business.
  • Ability to identify, establish, and use important customer relationships with senior-level officials and program stakeholders within US and international defense markets.
  • Experience and customer relationships with PEO C3BM.
  • Significant technical acumen in CJADC2 and ABMS architectures, software development, and infrastructure modernization.
  • Experience shaping opportunity captures including developing overall win strategy, shaping deals with customers, developing teaming strategies, and leading aspects of captures.
  • Background in solution selling, developing new markets, and leading strategic campaigns from inception to fruition.
  • Experience in directing and supporting new business development opportunities to improve the company's business portfolio, including marketing and customer call plans.
  • Ability to develop, document, and execute plans for achieving awards and growth.
  • Knowledge of government contracting, current acquisition trends, and customer buying behaviors.
  • Knowledge of competitors and ability to model competitor behaviors in the market.
  • Experience in budget management of technical marketing, B&P, and IRAD dollars.
  • Excellent written communication skills with experience presenting to senior executives and customers.
  • Proven leadership in managing large geographically diverse teams, with strong coaching and mentoring skills.

Nice to Have

  • Experience with or credible knowledge of international business development, including Foreign Military Sales and Direct Commercial Sales, with understanding of policies governing these opportunities.
  • Experience in radar development and support, and range instrumentation support.
  • MBA or similar master's degree including advanced military education.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a technical or business-related discipline.
  • Minimum of 12 years of relevant BD experience.

Benefits & Perks

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Health savings accounts.
  • 401(k) savings plan.
  • Disability coverage.
  • Life and accident insurance.
  • Employee assistance program.
  • Legal plan and other perks including discounts on home, auto, and pet insurance.
  • Paid time off, paid holidays, and other leave programs including parental, military, bereavement, and sick leave.
  • Participation in company recognition programs and other incentives.

Working at BAE Systems

BAE Systems, Inc. is an international defense, aerospace, and security company committed to improving the future and protecting lives through breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. Working at BAE Systems means using passion and ingenuity to defend national security, develop the latest technology, and make a significant impact on a global scale. The company values teamwork, innovation, and making a difference in the world.

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Job Details

Posted AtJun 7, 2025
Salary150k-256k
Job TypeFull Time
Work ModeOnsite
ExperienceDirector

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About BAE Systems

Website

baesystems.com

Company Size

10000+ employees

Location

Mclean, VA

Industry

Aerospace Product and Parts Manufacturing

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