Business Development Manager - Aviation

Haskell; Frisco (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Haskell in Frisco, TX is seeking a Business Development professional to generate new opportunities in targeted markets for aviation and aerospace infrastructure. You will research targets, initiate contact, and qualify prospects while supporting proposals and client engagements.

The role requires proven sales and business development experience, with emphasis on aviation/aerospace industry familiarity and strategic relationship building to win projects.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of relevant experience in a related field, e.g., architecture, engineering, construction, sales and marketing.
• Experience within the aviation and aerospace industry strongly preferred.
• Proven success in sales, business development, and client prospecting.

Responsibilities

• Research target companies/organizations within industry segments per the business unit plan.
• Contact, qualify, and set appointments with targets by phone and email.
• Provide targets with Haskell marketing material and respond to interests identified by targets.
• Visit qualified targets or arrange for personal sales calls by Haskell personnel.
• Prepare qualification statements and assist in responses to proposals for specific projects.
• Develop and maintain relationships with local and national civic, professional, and economic organizations that are sources of prospects.
• Maintain up‑to‑date prospect files and electronic databases.
• Develop and manage a public relations program.
• Represent Haskell at trade shows, conventions, and professional meetings.
• Support Director of Business Development to secure additional projects.

Skills

Aviation industry experience

Sales

Business development

Client prospecting

Education

4+ years in related field

Job description

Overview

At Haskell, you’re not just joining a company—you’re joining a nationally recognized Top Workplace where diverse perspectives and inclusive thinking drive stronger outcomes. Whether you’re starting out, growing your expertise, or leading the way, you’ll find a culture grounded in trust, driven by excellence, and built to support your goals. Here, you’ll have the opportunity, flexibility, and sense of belonging to grow your career your way—while making a real impact.

As leaders in aviation and aerospace infrastructure, we’re equally proud of our customer‑focused reputation that brings 80% of clients back for additional projects. Our breadth of experience includes projects at more than 30 active airports and spaceports, from state‑of‑the‑industry space launch vehicle manufacturing and assembly facilities to one of the world’s largest aviation‑to‑truck logistics cross‑docks.

Scope of Position

Responsible for generating business for Haskell in targeted markets and assisting with the Division’s marketing initiative. General duties may include conducting research, making initial and follow‑up contacts, development of qualification statements and proposals, and undertaking other tasks that will lead to new business opportunities.

Job Responsibilities

• Conduct appropriate research to identify target companies/organizations within industry segments denoted in the business unit plan
• Contact, qualify, and set appointments with targets via telephone and electronic means
• Provide targets with appropriate Haskell marketing material and respond to specific interests identified by targets
• Visit qualified targets and/or arrange for personal sales calls by appropriate Haskell personnel
• Prepare qualification statements and assist in preparing responses to proposals for specific projects
• Develop and maintain relationships with local and national civic, professional, and economic organizations that are sources of prospects
• Maintain up‑to‑date prospect files and electronic databases
• Develop and manage a public relations program
• Represent Haskell at trade shows, conventions, and professional meetings
• Take other steps as directed by the Director of Business Development to assist in securing additional projects

Education / Experience

• 4+ years of relevant experience in a related field, e.g., architecture, engineering, construction, sales and marketing

To thrive in this role, you'll need:

• Demonstrated experience within the aviation and aerospace industry
• Proven success in sales, business development, and client prospecting
• Experience within the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry strongly preferred

Environmental Factors and/or Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the position requires ordinary ambulatory skills sufficient to visit other locations; the ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and manipulate light to medium weights of 10–50 pounds. Requires good hand‑eye coordination, arm, hand, and finger dexterity, including ability to grasp, and visual acuity to use a keyboard, operate equipment, and read application/form information. The associate frequently is required to sit, reach with hands and arms, talk and hear.

Haskell will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act of 2008. The job description will be reviewed periodically as duties and responsibilities change with business necessity. Essential and marginal job functions are subject to modification.

Haskell is an Equal Opportunity Employer (Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities) and Drug‑Free Workplace.