Business Development Manager V

General Atomics (GA), and its affiliated companies, is one of the world's leading resources for high-technology systems development ranging from the nuclear fuel cycle to remotely piloted aircraft, airborne sensors, and advanced electric, electronic, wireless and laser technologies.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Director of Strategic Development within GA-EMS Electromagnetic Systems Group. This position can be located both in San Diego, CA or Washington D.C.

This position reports to the Vice President, Strategic Development and is responsible for directing business development activities for products/services of the supported organization. The Director will provide strategic leadership across complex, cross-functional initiatives, exercising influence and collaboration rather than direct supervisory authority. This role will:

• Lead development and execution of strategic business development plans aligned with GA-EMS and NTM objectives.
• Influence and align cross-functional stakeholders, including engineering, programs, finance, and supply chain, to achieve growth and capture objectives.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, providing insight on customers, markets, competitors, and funding landscapes.
• Build and sustain high-impact relationships with U.S. Government, industry, national laboratories, and academic partners.
• Champion a culture of ethics, integrity, and accountability in all business development activities.
• Drive disciplined opportunity qualification, capture strategy, and proposal development to improve win probability.
• Communicate complex technical and strategic concepts clearly to diverse internal and external audiences.

Oversee the development and implementation of short and long-term objectives for the supported organization(s) and may consult with executive management to develop and implement current, annual, and long-term business development objectives for the organization.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.