Naval Power Systems BD Lead — Remote Eligible

Leonardo DRS; Menomonee Falls (WI); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage (medical, dental, and/

Job summary

Leonardo DRS is seeking a Senior Manager Business Development in Menomonee Falls, WI. The role oversees evaluating new initiatives and opportunities for the Naval Power Systems organization, with remote eligibility and reporting to the Menomonee Falls, WI business.

You will drive partnerships, lead market intelligence, and guide cross-functional teams to craft customer-centric solutions for global naval markets. This position emphasizes defense procurement knowledge and strategic growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or related field with 8+ years BD experience in defense.
• Proven track record of winning complex, high-value contracts.
• Deep understanding of government contract processes.
• Strategic hunter mindset and maritime innovation passion.

Responsibilities

• Drive strategic partnerships and client engagement across global naval and marine defense markets.
• Identify and secure new business opportunities.
• Lead market intelligence on trends in naval power, defense procurement, and engineering innovation.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Program Management, and Executive Leadership to shape customer-centric solutions.
• Represent the brand at defense exhibitions, trade shows, and summits.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Relationship-building

Strategic mindset

Education

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

Job description

Leonardo DRS is seeking a Senior Manager Business Development in Menomonee Falls, WI. The role oversees evaluating new initiatives and opportunities for the Naval Power Systems organization, with remote eligibility and reporting to the Menomonee Falls, WI business.

You will drive partnerships, lead market intelligence, and guide cross-functional teams to craft customer-centric solutions for global naval markets. This position emphasizes defense procurement knowledge and strategic growth.