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Astrion has an exciting opportunity for a Business Development Executive, International to join the Growth team. The International Business Development Executive is responsible for identifying, developing, and executing international growth strategies across allied defense, security, and government markets. This role leads business development activities focused on expanding the company's global presence through strategic partnerships, foreign military sales (FMS), direct commercial sales (DCS), and international government opportunities. The ideal candidate possesses deep knowledge of international defense markets, geopolitical considerations, export compliance requirements, and defense acquisition processes. This executive will work closely with corporate leadership, capture teams, operations, legal, contracts, and program management to drive sustainable international growth aligned with corporate objectives.
Job Responsibility
International Market Development
Identify, assess, and pursue international business opportunities aligned with corporate growth strategy
Develop and execute regional market entry and expansion strategies across allied and partner nations
Build and maintain qualified international opportunity pipelines across defense, aerospace, security, and government sectors
Monitor geopolitical, defense spending, and procurement trends to identify emerging opportunities
Customer & Partner Engagement
Establish and maintain strong relationships with foreign government officials, military leadership, embassies, prime contractors, channel partners, and industry stakeholders
Represent the company at international trade shows, defense exhibitions, industry forums, and customer engagements
Develop strategic partnerships, teaming agreements, joint ventures, and channel relationships to support market expansion
Coordinate executive-level customer engagements and international visits
Strategic Growth & Capture Support
Lead opportunity qualification, pursuit strategy, and capture activities for international opportunities
Collaborate with capture, proposal, pricing, and technical teams to develop competitive solutions and win strategies
Support development of international business cases, investment strategies, and growth plans
Coordinate with internal stakeholders to align technical capabilities with customer requirements and regional priorities
International Defense & Security Programs
Support opportunities involving: Foreign Military Sales (FMS)
Direct Commercial Sales (DCS)
International cooperative programs
Security assistance programs
NATO and allied defense initiatives
Navigate international acquisition environments and customer procurement processes
Assist with offset strategies and industrial participation requirements where applicable
Competitive Intelligence & Market Analysis
Conduct international competitive analysis, customer assessments, and market research
Analyze competitor positioning, regional market dynamics, and procurement trends
Provide executive leadership with market intelligence, growth forecasts, and strategic recommendations
Compliance & Risk Management
Ensure compliance with: ITAR
EAR
Export control regulations
Anti-corruption laws (FCPA)
International trade regulations
Coordinate with Legal, Contracts, and Compliance teams on international business activities
Assess political, operational, financial, and regulatory risks associated with international pursuits
Leadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration
Partner with Operations, Engineering, Finance, Contracts, Legal, and Program Management teams to support international growth initiatives
Mentor and support regional business development personnel and partner networks
Contribute to long-range strategic planning and international growth objectives
Requirements
International Defense & Security Programs
Support opportunities involving: Foreign Military Sales (FMS)
Direct Commercial Sales (DCS)
International cooperative programs
Security assistance programs
NATO and allied defense initiatives
Navigate international acquisition environments and customer procurement processes
Assist with offset strategies and industrial participation requirements where applicable
Competitive Intelligence & Market Analysis
Conduct international competitive analysis, customer assessments, and market research
Analyze competitor positioning, regional market dynamics, and procurement trends
Provide executive leadership with market intelligence, growth forecasts, and strategic recommendations
Compliance & Risk Management
Ensure compliance with: ITAR
EAR
Export control regulations
Anti-corruption laws (FCPA)
International trade regulations
Coordinate with Legal, Contracts, and Compliance teams on international business activities
Assess political, operational, financial, and regulatory risks associated with international pursuits
Leadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration
Partner with Operations, Engineering, Finance, Contracts, Legal, and Program Management teams to support international growth initiatives
Mentor and support regional business development personnel and partner networks
Contribute to long-range strategic planning and international growth objectives
Nice to have
Master's degree in Business Administration (MBA), International Affairs, or related field
Active Secret, Top Secret, or TS/SCI security clearance
Foreign language proficiency
Experience living or working internationally
Prior military, diplomatic, or government service experience
Experience with: NATO programs
International aerospace and defense programs
Offset agreements
Industrial participation strategies
International teaming arrangements
Existing international customer and partner network
Familiarity with regional defense markets in: Europe
Indo-Pacific
Middle East
Latin America
Knowledge of international financing and government-to-government acquisition mechanisms
What we offer
Competitive salaries
Continuing education assistance
Professional development
Multiple healthcare benefits package options
401K with employer matching
Competitive time off policy along with a federally recognized holiday schedule