Director of Business Development - Navy & USMC Defense Systems

Overview GNR has been retained to identify a DIRECTOR of BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT for an internationally renowned, 50+ year-old DEFENSE organization whose origins lie in advanced air defense systems development. You’ll play a significant role in growing the US market, specifically calling upon the NAVY & MARINE CORPS to capture new business for their extensive ELECTRONIC WARFARE portfolio. Responsibilities • Work in-office in the DC/VA/MD region (relocation provided) with travels as needed is REQUIRED Experience / Qualifications • YOUR RESUME MUST SHOW: 5+ years of Business Development experience specifically targeting NAVY - NAVSEA / NAVAIR, Marine Corps Systems Command (MCSC) MCRDAC + Primes & Tier1 DEFENSE organizations • Conduct market research to identify potential partnerships to pursue & capture new business • Ability to think strategically and tactically execute on the new pursuits • Experience with full-life cycle proposal development & negotiate contracts • 20-30% travel to customers, gov’t & military offices, trade shows & conferences, US & Int’l HQ • Bachelor’s degree (prior military service is a plus) • US Citizenship + current or ability to gain DoD clearance Offerings Offering: Attractive base salary + bonus + strong benefits + relocation to DC/MD/VA region