Business Development Manager 3 - Asia-Pacific Region

Huntington Ingalls Industries; Fareham; Remote; GBP 108,000 - 156,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense contracting company is seeking a Business Development Manager to drive growth in the Asia-Pacific region. The successful candidate will develop strategies to expand the customer base and strengthen partnerships. Qualifications include 8 years of relevant experience and a strong network in the defense sector. Competitive salary and benefits are offered, along with a flexible working location.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Professional growth opportunities

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• 8 years relevant experience with a Bachelor's, or 6 years with a Master's, or 12 years relevant experience.
• Proven track record in business development or sales.
• Established network in Asia-Pacific defense and maritime sectors.

Responsibilities

• Develop business development strategy across Asia-Pacific.
• Build and maintain relationships with customers and stakeholders.
• Represent company at industry conferences and events.

Skills

Business development

Sales experience

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Business Development Manager 3 - Asia-Pacific Region

Location: Fareham, Hampshire ENG, GBR, England, United Kingdom

Requisition Number: 25313

Required Travel: 51 - 75%

Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range: $147,494.00-$210,705.00

Security Clearance: None

Level of Experience: Senior

This opportunity resides with Uncrewed Systems (UxS), a business group within HII’s Mission Technologies division. Uncrewed Systems comprises unmanned underwater vehicles (UUVs), unmanned surface vehicles (USVs) and autonomy software.

HII creates advanced unmanned solutions for defense, marine research and commercial applications. Serving customers in more than 30 countries, HII provides design, autonomy, manufacturing, testing, operations and sustainment of unmanned systems, including unmanned underwater vehicles (UUVs) and unmanned surface vessels (USVs).

Meet HII’s Mission Technologies Division Our team of more than 7,000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense – the data evolution - by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers. Our capabilities range from C5ISR, AI and Big Data, cyber operations and synthetic training environments to fleet sustainment, environmental remediation and the largest family of unmanned underwater vehicles in every class. Find the role that’s right for you. Apply today. We look forward to meeting you.

Come join HII! Where hard stuff is done right!

We are a global leader in advanced unmanned maritime solutions, specializing in unmanned surface vehicles (USVs) and unmanned underwater vehicles (UUVs) that support defense, security, commercial, and research missions worldwide. Our innovative technologies enable safer, smarter, and more effective maritime operations.

We are seeking an accomplished Business Development Manager to drive growth in the Asia-Pacific region. This role will focus on expanding our customer base, building strong partnerships, and positioning our USV and UUV solutions to meet the evolving needs of government, defense, and commercial clients.

The international location of the role does have some flexibility.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive business development strategy across Asia-Pacific.
• Identify and pursue new opportunities in defense, security, commercial, and research sectors.
• Build, strengthen, and maintain trusted relationships with customers, partners, and stakeholders.
• Monitor market trends and provide strategic insights to inform business planning.
• Running of an extensive in-region representative network working on our behalf.
• Lead customer engagements, proposals, and negotiations in collaboration with global teams.
• Represent the company at industry conferences, exhibitions, and customer events.
• Act as the regional voice of the customer, ensuring solutions are aligned with local needs.

What We Offer:

• The opportunity to shape growth in a fast-evolving sector at the forefront of maritime innovation.
• A collaborative, international team environment.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Professional growth and development opportunities.

What you will be doing

Identify and implement business development projects relating to new products and/or industries, technologies, or services. Identify markets, licensing opportunities, and determine the feasibility of product development. Perform economic analyses on new or improved product opportunities and/or business models and coordinate with internal departments in identifying/implementing business development projects. May work with sales, marketing and potential customers to determine their needs. Develops and disseminates information on a continuous basis to all pertinent parties concerning the fulfillment of project goals and objectives.

What we are looking for

• 8 years relevant progressive experience with a Bachelor's in related field; 6 years relevant progressive experience with a Master’s in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 12 years relevant progressive experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or related field; advanced degree preferred.
• Proven track record in business development or sales within defense, maritime, or unmanned systems industries.
• Established network across Asia-Pacific defense and maritime sectors.
• Strong understanding of unmanned systems technology and applications.
• Experience working with government and defense procurement processes in the region.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and travel extensively across the region.

Physical Requirements

Physical requirements conducive to a normal office environment.

We offer competitive benefits such as best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices; wellness resources; employee assistance programs; Savings Plan Options (401(k)); financial planning tools, life insurance; employee discounts; paid holidays and paid time off; tuition reimbursement; as well as early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships. Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation is occasionally offered for qualified positions, and if applicable to this role will be addressed by the recruiter at the screening phase of application.

The listed salary range for this role is intended as a good faith estimate based on the role's location, expectations, and responsibilities. When extending an offer, HII's Mission Technologies division takes a variety of factors into consideration which include, but are not limited to, the role's function and a candidate's education or training, work experience, and key skills.

Why HII We build the world’s most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. Our workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.

Recognized as one of America’s top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people’s safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you’ll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.

Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

Do You Need Assistance? If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #3 for HII Mission Technologies.