Head of Space & Defense Business Development

Aegis Aerospace Inc.; Webster (TX); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Aegis Aerospace seeks a senior Business Development leader in Webster, TX to drive growth across defense and space markets. You will manage and expand the BD and sales function, shaping capture strategies and leading teams to win major contracts.

The role requires strong proposal management, stakeholder communication, and market knowledge, with Top Secret clearance preferred. On-site work in Webster, TX supports our DoD and NASA initiatives.

Qualifications

• Must have strong presentation, writing and speaking abilities.
• Deep understanding of government and commercial procurement practices.
• Proven proposal management and leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Create an integrated sales and BD capability to drive growth.
• Establish and optimize BD processes and tools for winning proposals.
• Lead and mentor a BD/sales team, including direct and matrixed personnel.
• Identify, capture, win, and phase-in new business to meet objectives.
• Oversee BD budgeting and program execution in line with strategic plan.
• Support marketing and branding through effective messaging and campaigns.
• Develop relationships with customers and teammates across conferences and forums.
• Maintain current knowledge of key defense and space markets.

Skills

Presentation skills

Writing skills

Communication

Project management

Proposal management

Education

Bachelor’s degree

MBA

Job description

Aegis Aerospace seeks a senior Business Development leader in Webster, TX to drive growth across defense and space markets. You will manage and expand the BD and sales function, shaping capture strategies and leading teams to win major contracts.

The role requires strong proposal management, stakeholder communication, and market knowledge, with Top Secret clearance preferred. On-site work in Webster, TX supports our DoD and NASA initiatives.