Business Development Director, Sr.

AeroVironment

Base: $152,000 - $223,650; bonus/equity: not speci...
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Space industry experience
Usaf and sof mission knowledge
Satellite payload systems expertise
** AeroVironment is seeking a Senior Business Development Director to lead growth initiatives in the aerospace and defense sectors, particularly focusing on space, directed energy, and cyber markets. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in business development within these domains, particularly with the USAF and SOF, along with a strong technical background. **

Job Summary

  • This role leads enterprise-wide growth initiatives in space, directed energy, and cyber marketplaces with a high focus on the USAF and SOF.
  • The position requires developing and executing business development strategies while leading complex proposal development efforts and capture planning.
  • AeroVironment offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K matching, and a 9/80 work schedule.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

** AeroVironment is seeking a Senior Business Development Director to lead growth initiatives in the aerospace and defense sectors, particularly focusing on space, directed energy, and cyber markets. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in business development within these domains, particularly with the USAF and SOF, along with a strong technical background. **

Salary

Base: $152,000 - $223,650; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401K match, 9/80 schedule

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Space industry experience
  • USAF and SOF mission knowledge
  • Satellite payload systems expertise
  • Government acquisition process familiarity
  • Proposal and capture leadership

Nice-to-have

  • Emerging optical communications knowledge
  • Software-defined payloads expertise
  • Strategic stakeholder relationship building
  • International customer engagement
  • Team-oriented collaborative culture

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree required, Master's preferred
  • Minimum 10+ years business development experience
  • Active Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility
  • Must be a U.S. person under ITAR regulations
  • Proven track record of winning competitive bids

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship or be a U.S. person under ITAR

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