BD Leader - High Growth Markets (Remote)

Mercury Systems; Connecticut; Remote; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercury Systems is seeking a highly experienced business development leader to drive growth in High Growth Markets. Reporting to the Growth Team leader, you will coordinate cross-functional activities with capture, sales, engineering, program management, contracts and others to build a strong pipeline and strategic relationships.

The role requires 20+ years in aerospace/defense, a relevant engineering degree, and active Top-Secret clearance.

Qualifications

• 20+ years in Aerospace and Defense with multiple disciplines including BD, engineering, program management or sales.
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Electronic or Aerospace Engineering with CS/Communications focus.
• Experience engaging with SDA, USSF/SSC, AFRL, MDA, IC or NASA and understanding acquisition pathways.
• Deep understanding of space-qualified electronics, radiation effects, SWaP-C, thermal management and reliability.
• Knowledge of space cybersecurity and trusted systems and related certifications.
• Relationships with major space primes such as Lockheed Martin, Northrop Grumman, L3Harris, RTX, Airbus US.
• Active Top-Secret clearance is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional teams including Programs, Engineering, Sales, PM, Contracts.
• Develop and execute an engagement and growth strategy for High Growth Markets.
• Drive executive engagements at EXCOMM events, trade shows and industry meetings.
• Grow Mercury pipeline with High Growth Market Accounts.
• Provide quarterly updates to senior leadership on growth progress.
• Advance early Gate processes for new pursuits with internal and external stakeholders.
• Achieve KPIs to expand and convert pipeline to match priorities.
• Travel at least 50%.

Skills

Aerospace & Defense BD experience

Cross-functional leadership

Executive engagements

Strategic market development

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Electronic/Aerospace Eng with CS/Communications concentration

Tools

Security clearance: Top-Secret

Space systems knowledge

Job description

Mercury Systems is seeking a highly experienced business development leader to drive growth in High Growth Markets. Reporting to the Growth Team leader, you will coordinate cross-functional activities with capture, sales, engineering, program management, contracts and others to build a strong pipeline and strategic relationships.

The role requires 20+ years in aerospace/defense, a relevant engineering degree, and active Top-Secret clearance.