Strategic Aerospace & Defense Business Development Manager

L.V. Enterprises; Maryland; On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

L.V. Enterprises seeks a seasoned Business Development Manager to expand our footprint in DoD, federal agencies, and commercial markets with advanced aerospace and defense technology.

You will identify new opportunities, build strategic customer relationships, and drive revenue growth in complex, tech-driven programs. Work with engineering, operations, and leadership to align customer needs with capabilities, shape market strategies, participate in pricing and negotiations, and help guide

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in business/engineering.
• Minimum 5 years in BD, tech sales, or program management.
• Experience in aerospace/defense government contracting.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Willingness to travel up to 25%.

Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue opportunities across DoD, federal agencies, commercial and international markets.
• Establish and strengthen relationships with government decision-makers, military customers, industry partners, and stakeholders.
• Develop and execute BD strategies focused on market expansion, revenue growth, and long-term relationships.
• Lead account development, identify partnerships, position for new programs and contracts.
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, and leadership to align customer requirements with capabilities.
• Participate in pricing strategies, contract negotiations, business planning, and revenue forecasting.
• Monitor competition and industry trends to identify opportunities.
• Support program execution post-award ensuring commitments, budgets, schedules, and deliverables.

Skills

Business development

Technical sales

Strategic planning

Customer relationship management

Negotiation

Market analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, or related field

Job description

L.V. Enterprises seeks a seasoned Business Development Manager to expand our footprint in DoD, federal agencies, and commercial markets with advanced aerospace and defense technology.

You will identify new opportunities, build strategic customer relationships, and drive revenue growth in complex, tech-driven programs. Work with engineering, operations, and leadership to align customer needs with capabilities, shape market strategies, participate in pricing and negotiations, and help guide