Industrial Growth Director: BD Strategy & Capture

Albers Aerospace; McKinney (TX); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Albers Aerospace in McKinney, Texas, seeks a Director of Business Development for the Industrials vertical to lead the growth strategy, manage the full pipeline from market strategy through capture, and drive annual bookings and long‑term revenue.

You will build and lead a disciplined BD organization, align cross‑functional teams, and cultivate executive relationships with Tier 1 and Tier 2 customers to shape opportunities and win deals.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Thorough knowledge of business development best practices.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Bachelor’s degree required; MBA preferred (waived with military experience).
• 2–8 years of defense business development or military acquisitions experience in aviation engineering.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute the Industrials growth strategy from market shaping to capture.
• Lead, mentor, and scale the Industrials BD organization with a focus on growth and bookings.
• Build executive relationships with Tier 1 and Tier 2 customers to shape opportunities and win outcomes.
• Align market demand with internal capabilities across Operations, Engineering, and PM.
• Oversee capture management and proposal readiness with cross-functional teams.
• Represent Albers Aerospace in executive engagements and industry events; travel 20–40%.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Leadership

MS Office

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree

MBA preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Albers Aerospace in McKinney, Texas, seeks a Director of Business Development for the Industrials vertical to lead the growth strategy, manage the full pipeline from market strategy through capture, and drive annual bookings and long‑term revenue.

You will build and lead a disciplined BD organization, align cross‑functional teams, and cultivate executive relationships with Tier 1 and Tier 2 customers to shape opportunities and win deals.