Head of Business Development
Content + Source + Freshness • 12 Dec 2025 • 95% confidence
Offer value
High value due to the strategic importance of business development in a growth-focused industry with significant impact opportunities.
- Lead business development initiatives in aerospace.
- High potential for personal and professional growth.
- Impact strategic product growth and market positioning.
- Requires a robust background in business and engineering.
Pros
- Leadership role with a focus on strategic business expansion.
- Opportunity to influence product development and market trends.
- Extensive networking and partnership opportunities.
Cons
- High-pressure environment with revenue targets.
- Travel flexibility can strain work-life balance.
- Negotiation complexities may require advanced skills.
Who it's for
Senior • Field-based with potential remote flexibility
Good fit
- Senior business developers with aerospace experience.
- Individuals aiming for leadership roles in corporate environments.
- Strategic thinkers passionate about market growth.
Not recommended for
- Entry-level candidates without relevant experience.
- Those who prefer stable, non-competitive environments.
- Individuals unwilling to travel.
Motivation fit
Key skills
About the job
About the position:
We are looking for an experienced Business Developer with focus in the electronics/defense/space industry.
Location: USA (L.A. preferred)
Responsibilities: Driving the company’s business in the USA and increasing its revenue, identifying and developing new business opportunities and building and expanding the presence of the company and its products. Tracking new markets and emerging trends, recommends new products, proposes and develops new strategic partnerships, writes proposals and plans, and guides long-term objectives to meet business needs and requirements.
Required experience/skills:
- BS in Electrical Engineering (preferred) or Aerospace Engineering
- Deep understanding of the Aerospace industry (ideally, 20+ years of experience)
- Well-versed in electronics
- Sales, negotiation, and persuasion skills
- Project management skills
- Business intelligence
- Great communication skills and teamwork
Additional requirements:
- Availability for traveling in the US and resides in California (preferred)
- U.S. citizen (preferred) or Green Card holder
