Strategic Defence BD Leader | Grow Partnerships

CAE; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aviation technology company in Ottawa is seeking a BD Manager to pursue and win training and mission support business opportunities. You'll be responsible for achieving substantial order intake, developing market strategies, and collaborating with engineering teams to innovate solutions. The ideal candidate should have over 12 years of experience in the Canadian Defence and Security sector, with strong networking skills and a strategic mindset. This role offers flexible schedules and the opportunity to enhance safety and readiness globally.

Benefits

Flexible schedules

Employee benefits

Occasional work from home

Qualifications

• 12+ years’ experience in the Canadian Defence and Security industry.
• 6+ years of experience in Canadian Defence procurement.
• In-depth knowledge of military operations or technology.

Responsibilities

• Achieve significant order intake in assigned program areas.
• Identify marketplace opportunities and develop new clients.
• Lead bid and proposal teams to submit winning proposals.

Skills

Business acumen

Strategic mindset

Networking skills

Leadership

Sales skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, physics, computer science, mathematics

MBA preferred

Job description

A leading aviation technology company in Ottawa is seeking a BD Manager to pursue and win training and mission support business opportunities. You'll be responsible for achieving substantial order intake, developing market strategies, and collaborating with engineering teams to innovate solutions. The ideal candidate should have over 12 years of experience in the Canadian Defence and Security sector, with strong networking skills and a strategic mindset. This role offers flexible schedules and the opportunity to enhance safety and readiness globally.