Strategic BD Lead - Mission System Avionics (Hybrid)

General Dynamics Missions System International; Hastings; Hybrid; GBP 62,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Nine-day fortnight

Career development plan

Flexible benefits & hybrid work

Job summary

General Dynamics Mission Systems in Hastings, UK seeks a Business Development Manager to lead defence BD and capture activities for mission avionics. The role covers UK/global markets with a focus on Combat Air Systems, high-integrity mission computing, and customer relationship growth.

You will drive strategic plans, manage proposals, and coordinate with a multi-disciplinary team to secure opportunities while traveling as needed. Hybrid work is available.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years BD experience in defence sector.
• Excellent English communication, both written and spoken.
• Technical/engineering background desirable.
• Willing to travel and work flexible hours.

Responsibilities

• Lead UK/global BD and capture activities for Combat Air Systems.
• Develop and extend customer relationships in UK/Europe and globally.
• Lead pursuit decisions, bid/no-bid gates and FMR meetings.
• Coordinate with Mission Systems teams to support growth initiatives.
• Provide weekly pursuit updates and plan marketing/sales programs.

Skills

BD experience

Stakeholder networking

Proposal management

Capture management

Communication skills

Education

Engineering background desirable

Experience with AI/ML models preferred

Job description

General Dynamics Mission Systems in Hastings, UK seeks a Business Development Manager to lead defence BD and capture activities for mission avionics. The role covers UK/global markets with a focus on Combat Air Systems, high-integrity mission computing, and customer relationship growth.

You will drive strategic plans, manage proposals, and coordinate with a multi-disciplinary team to secure opportunities while traveling as needed. Hybrid work is available.