Director of Business Development - Fires Job at Baesystems (Huntsville, Alabama)

Director of Business Development - Fires

Baesystems

Location:
United States , Huntsville, Alabama

Category:
Sales

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

153377.00 - 260743.00 USD / Year

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Job Description:

BAE Systems is hiring a Director of Business Development – Fires for our Combat Mission Systems (CMS) business. The Director will lead business development efforts for the US Army Fires community in support of the company’s Army combat vehicle, guns, and launcher products. This position will be the sector’s primary representative in the Huntsville, AL area and will have responsibilities for building and maintaining customer relationships at Redstone Arsenal and the surrounding area.

Job Responsibility:

Serve as the lead and provide strategic direction to the company’s business development efforts for fires related products
Serve as the primary business development liaison to the Huntsville area for the Platforms and Services sector
Support growth of the opportunity pipeline, to include extending and expanding our current portfolios
Support the development and execution of strategic and tactical plans for the pursuit and successful capture of key opportunities within the US Army and international combat vehicle portfolio
Maintain close customer relationships, understanding their needs and shaping customer requirements
Assess competitor capabilities aligned to specific customers in assigned market space
Participate in and lead when appropriate marketing efforts including trade shows and representation during sponsored events to promote the company and the combat vehicle portfolio
Provide support to the Director of Army Business Development and work as part of a geographically dispersed team in support of the business and customers

Requirements:

Active Secret Security Clearance or the ability to obtain one
Bachelor’s Degree and 12 years of experience or equivalent experience
Experience in Business Development in Defense or Government Contracting
Experience with the US Army and/or Defense
Excellent networking skills with a proven ability to build successful, long-term customer relationships
Proven ability to operate effectively in ad hoc teams and groups
Ability to clearly and simply articulate compelling business opportunities both written and verbal
Excellent communication (both oral and written) and listening skills, orientation to details, and the ability to make informed decisions
Excellent research, analytical, and negotiating skills
A self-starter, able to work independently as well as lead projects when called upon
A creative problem solver
Willingness to take ownership, accept accountability, and thrive under pressure

Nice to have:

Active Secret Security Clearance
Graduate Degree in Technical/Business Administration
Professional Certification
Experience in Business Development within the Science or Technology community
Experience with the Army Fires Community

What we offer:

health, dental, and vision insurance
health savings accounts
a 401(k) savings plan
disability coverage
life and accident insurance
employee assistance program
legal plan
discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance
paid time off
paid holidays
paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave
company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
March 20, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

Hybrid work

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Director of Business Development - Fires

Baesystems

Location:
United States , Huntsville, Alabama

Category:
Sales

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

Job Description:

Job Responsibility:

Requirements:

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Additional Information:

Job Posted:
March 20, 2026

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