Aerospace & Defense | Business Development Manager

Polytronix, Inc.; Richardson (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Polytronix, Inc. in Richardson, TX is looking for a Business Development Manager specializing in Aerospace & Defense. This full-time, on-site role involves building relationships, identifying opportunities, and coordinating with internal teams to support customer programs. The ideal candidate will have experience in aerospace and defense sectors, be comfortable working with engineers and clients, and be willing to travel as necessary. Join us to help drive growth in innovative display solutions across various industries.

Qualifications

• Experience working in or selling into aerospace and defense.
• Familiarity with products such as displays or simulation systems is a plus.
• Comfortable working with engineers, buyers, and program managers.

Responsibilities

• Support growth across existing and new customer programs.
• Build relationships and identify opportunities for products.
• Coordinate with engineering and operations teams on customer requirements.

Skills

Experience in aerospace and defense sales

Ability to work with engineers

Organizational skills

Relationship building

Job description

Polytronix is a U.S. based company headquartered in Richardson, TX. Polytronix designs and manufactures high-reliability displays, precision-machined components, and integrated electromechanical assemblies for over 45 years. Our products are used in a variety of applications, providing visual output for medical, aviation, aerospace, marine, automotive, industrial controls and defense related products.

Role Description

Polytronix is seeking an Aerospace & Defense | Business Development Manager to support growth across existing and new customer programs. This is an outside sales role focused on building relationships and identifying opportunities where our capabilities can be applied, including displays, panel assemblies, simulation systems, repair work, and cable or electromechanical assemblies. The role involves working with existing contacts and developing new ones, supporting quoting and proposals, and coordinating with internal engineering and operations teams to align on customer requirements. You will stay close to customer programs through regular communication and travel, meeting with engineers, buyers, and program managers, and attending customer visits and industry events as needed. This is a full-time, on-site role based in Richardson, TX, with expected travel.

Qualifications

• Experience working in or selling into aerospace and defense (e.g., military, repair stations, primes, simulation, etc.)
• Background with OEMs, suppliers, or contract manufacturers is helpful
• Familiarity with products such as displays, panels, cable/harness assemblies, or simulation systems and repair is a plus
• Understanding of how A&D programs are sourced and managed over time
• Comfortable working with engineers, buyers, and program managers
• Organized, reliable, and able to follow through on opportunities
• Willing to work on-site in Richardson, TX and travel as needed