Strategic BD Manager: Defense Tech & Partnerships

Leonardo DRS; Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Leonardo DRS in Frederick, MD is seeking a Manager of Business Development to drive growth initiatives and strategic opportunities for the Airborne and Intelligence Systems unit. You will evaluate markets, develop plans, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to advance the company portfolio.

The role emphasizes strong communication, project management, and the ability to translate complex analytics into actionable strategies.

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal, verbal, written and presentation communication skills.
• Planning and organization, project management, and time management skills.
• Ability to work on complex problems.
• Knowledge of Leonardo DRS products, markets and technology.
• Strong analytical and financial skills.

Responsibilities

• Recommend new initiatives and business opportunities under senior leadership or site leader.
• Provide tactical input into the business development function by evaluating new initiatives and business opportunities.
• May provide strategic input into the business development function by evaluating new initiatives and business opportunities.
• Conduct market analysis and competitive activity.
• Identify and explore customer needs.
• Provide assistance in the planning, designing and implementing of business plans.
• Assist with the follow through and deployment of the Company's vision, strategies, and tactics.
• Coordinate and facilitate activities with other departments and/or functions.
• Develop and track project schedules.
• Participate/coordinate in strategic alliances and other external business relationships.
• May manage Business Development staff.
• Support, communicate, reinforce and defend the mission, values and culture of the organization.
• Make presentations on Company portfolio of products and services.
• Attend business meetings as requested.
• Attend trade shows

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Presentation skills

Planning & organizing

Time management

Strategic thinking

Financial analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in marketing or engineering

Job description

Leonardo DRS in Frederick, MD is seeking a Manager of Business Development to drive growth initiatives and strategic opportunities for the Airborne and Intelligence Systems unit. You will evaluate markets, develop plans, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to advance the company portfolio.

The role emphasizes strong communication, project management, and the ability to translate complex analytics into actionable strategies.