Associate Director, Business Development, Executive Seating (Hybrid)

Socket.dev; Medley (FL); Hybrid; USD 157,000 - 299,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan with matching

Life insurance

Job summary

Collins Aerospace is seeking an Associate Director, Business Development to drive strategic sales for our Executive Seating portfolio, targeting global business jet OEMs, VVIP completion centers, and airlines. This role emphasizes cultivating relationships, identifying opportunities, and coordinating cross-functional teams to drive profitable sales.

The position requires significant aerospace experience, a university or advanced degree, and the ability to manage multiple priorities across

Qualifications

• Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 12 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 10 years of experience.
• Minimum of 15 years of relevant aerospace experience.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers
• Coordinate customer-facing activity across internal functions
• Monitor peer activity and develop appropriate response strategies
• Create go-to-market plans and capture strategies for targeted campaigns
• Analyze bid opportunities, develop proposals, and compile business cases for internal approval of such proposals, in collaboration with Engineering, Programs, Supply Chain, Operations, Finance, and Contracts
• Lead sales campaigns focused on maximizing both company and customer value
• Conduct customer presentations, product demonstrations, and negotiations
• Serve as the primary link between customers and Engineering/Programs during product development efforts
• Partner with Contracts and Programs to ensure high customer satisfaction in conjunction with business success throughout and after program award
• Perform other related duties as assigned
• Travel expected up to 25%

Education

University Degree

Advanced Degree

Job description

Date Posted:

2026-09-18

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-FL-MEDLEY-9100 ~ 9120-9124 NW 105th Cir ~ NW 105TH

Position Role Type:

Hybrid

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the company’s immigration sponsorship now or in the future. The company will not offer immigration sponsorship for this position. The company will not seek an export authorization for this role.

Security Clearance Type:

None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status:

Not Required

At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world.

Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

Collins Aerospace, the global leader in aerospace interior products, is seeking an Associate Director, Business Development, to drive strategic sales for our Executive Seating portfolio. This role will support sales to global business jet OEMs, VVIP aircraft completion centers, and airlines, with a strong emphasis on cultivating relationships, identifying opportunities, compiling business plans, and cross-functional coordination to drive profitable sales.

What You Will Do

• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers

• Coordinate customer-facing activity across internal functions

• Monitor peer activity and develop appropriate response strategies

• Create go-to-market plans and capture strategies for targeted campaigns

• Analyze bid opportunities, develop proposals, and compile business cases for internal approval of such proposals, in collaboration with Engineering, Programs, Supply Chain, Operations, Finance, and Contracts

• Lead sales campaigns focused on maximizing both company and customer value

• Conduct customer presentations, product demonstrations, and negotiations

• Serve as the primary link between customers and Engineering/Programs during product development efforts

• Partner with Contracts and Programs to ensure high customer satisfaction in conjunction with business success throughout and after program award

• Perform other related duties as assigned

• Travel expected up to 25%

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 12 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 10 years of experience

• Minimum of 15 years of relevant aerospace experience

Qualifications We Prefer

• Relevant aircraft interiors business experience

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively across cultures and personalities

• Entrepreneurial mindset and proactive problem-solving approach

• Strong facilitation skills with the ability to think and respond quickly

What We Offer

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees

• Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employerretirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option

• Tuition reimbursement program

• Student Loan Repayment Program

• Life insurance and disability coverage

• Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional lifeand accident insurance,critical illnessinsurance, group legal, ID theft protection

• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits

• Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning

• Adoption Assistance

• Autism Benefit

• Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions

• Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program

• Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits

• Bright Horizons, child and elder care services

• Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program

• And more!

Hybrid

Employees who are working in Hybrid roles will work regularly both onsite and offsite. Ratio of time working onsite will be determined in partnership with your leader.

At Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibility. And the bonds weform – with our customers and with each other -- propel us all higher, again andagain.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attendselect steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.

The salary range for this role is 157,200 USD - 298,800 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

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