Business Development Manager, Aerospace Tooling & GSE

RH Aero Systems; Mason (OH); Remote; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision plans

HSA and FSA plans

Paid Parental Leave

401k employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

RH Aero Systems is seeking a remote-based business development leader in the U.S. aviation market. You will identify opportunities for aircraft GSE, manage end-to-end proposals, and negotiate contracts.

This role requires travel to engage airlines, MROs, and leasing firms while collaborating with engineering and operations to tailor solutions. You will build relationships with commercial procurement teams and deliver strategies aligned with company goals, strengthening customer satisfaction and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in a related field.
• Proven experience in business development, sales, or program management within U.S. aviation markets.
• Willingness to travel 40–50% for customer engagements and industry events.

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop new business opportunities for aircraft GSE across the U.S. aviation market.
• Lead end-to-end proposal process including RFI/RFQ responses, bid strategies, and pricing input; coordinate with technical teams.
• Build and maintain strategic relationships with procurement teams, contractors, and logistics decision-makers.
• Collaborate with engineering, product management, and operations to tailor GSE solutions to customer needs.
• Visit customer sites to uncover opportunities, gather feedback, and enhance customer satisfaction.
• Develop and execute short- and long-term business development and sales strategies.
• Conduct market research to identify trends, needs, and competitors in commercial aerospace.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Proposal writing

Business development

Sales

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, International Relations, or related field

Job description

Mason,OH

Reports to: VP- GM Americas,

Type of Employment : Permanent Full time

Work Arrangement: Remote

U.S. Work Eligibility

Candidates must be U.S. citizens or Green Card holders to be considered for this role.

Who We Are?

RH Aero Systems is setting the standard for aviation support equipment and services. Through our industry-leading businesses – Rhinestahl and HYDRO Systems – we deliver capability across custom-designed Ground Support Equipment, OEM-licensed engine and airframe tooling, 26 global service centers and innovative engineered solutions for OEMs, MROs and Operators worldwide. RH Aero Systems’ global headquarters are in Mason, Ohio, USA, and Biberach, Germany. For further details visit RHAero.com.

Why Join Us?

Join a customer-focused team where you will help expand our presence in the U.S. commercial aviation market. In this role, you will build trusted industry relationships, shape solutions around customer needs, and contribute directly to long-term growth across our aircraft ground support equipment (GSE) and tooling portfolio.

What You Will Do?

• Identify and develop new business opportunities for aircraft GSE across the U.S. commercial aviation market, including airlines, MROs, and leasing companies.


• Lead the end-to-end proposal process, including RFI and RFQ responses, bid strategies, and pricing input; partner with technical teams to meet customer requirements and budget expectations; and negotiate contract terms, pricing, and delivery schedules.


• Build and maintain strategic relationships with commercial procurement teams, contractors, and logistics decision-makers.


• Partner with engineering, product management, and operations teams to tailor GSE solutions to customer specifications and operational needs.


• Visit customer sites regularly to uncover sales opportunities, develop solutions using new and improved products, and gather feedback that strengthens customer satisfaction.


• Develop and execute short- and long-term business development and sales strategies aligned with company goals.


• Conduct market research to identify emerging trends, evolving customer needs, and potential competitors within the commercial aerospace industry.

Qualifications

What You Will Bring?

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, International Relations, or a related field.


• Proven experience in business development, sales, or program management within U.S. aviation markets, with a strong record of securing contracts or partnerships.


• Demonstrated success selling aerospace or GSE-related products within the aviation industry.


• Excellent communication, negotiation, and proposal-writing skills.


• Willingness to travel 40–50% for customer engagements and industry events.


• Established network of contacts across the commercial aviation industry.


• Working knowledge of aircraft maintenance operations and GSE systems.

Benefits And Additional Information

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support our team’s health, financial security, and overall well-being. The company offers competitive medical, dental, and vision plans, HSA and FSA plans, Mental health resources, and employee assistance programs. We offer Paid Parental Leave, Company Paid Long Term Disability, competitive 401k employer match, floating holiday, tuition reimbursement program, amongst other benefits.

We are committed to providing equal opportunities in employment. We value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. The company participates in E-Verify as required by law.