Market Lead Aerospace and Defense

Posted:
3/21/2025, 10:45:45 AM

Experience Level(s):
Expert or higher ⋅ Senior

Field(s):
Business & Strategy

About Re:Build Manufacturing

Re:Build Manufacturing is a growing family of industrial and engineering businesses combining enabling technologies, operational superiority, and strategic M&A to build America’s next generation industrial company. At Re:Build we deploy deep expertise in engineering, operations management, and technology to supercharge the performance of our member companies. We leverage deep professional expertise and a candid, principled operating culture to drive differentiated outcomes. Ours is a fast-paced environment where individuals can stretch and be challenged to pursue their fullest potential.

Re:Build was founded to pioneer a profitable model for the revitalization of US manufacturing. We’ve assembled a powerful set of complimentary capabilities and lines of business that enable us to pursue a wide range of end markets. Our acquired businesses are grounded in build-to-print and by-the-hour engineering and design services, and we’re leveraging their combined expertise to migrate to increasingly sophisticated program development and production, as well as the generation of our own products. Our unique set of capabilities lend themselves to highly complex systems and products, and we offer customers a range of services including product and systems design, automation, fabrication, assembly, and large volume contract manufacturing. Our customers span a wide array of industries including aerospace, defense, mobility, healthcare, pharma, biotech, clean tech, chemicals, energy, lifestyle, food production, and industrial equipment.

 

Who we are looking for

We are seeking a dedicated Market Leader Aerospace and Defense to drive business development and market growth initiatives! This ambitious role requires a strategic problem solver with a keen understanding of the manufacturing and engineering landscape. The ideal candidate will be responsible for finding opportunities, building relationships, and rapidly growing our presence in focus markets. This leader will be a vital member of our commercial leadership team, developing and performing a comprehensive market-focused growth strategy that aligns with our 5-year objectives. Proven experience in B2B, B2C, and dynamic, high-growth environment and have experience in regulated hard tech or SaaS models.

Responsibilities

  • Build and implement comprehensive market strategies that align with the company's growth objectives and improve competitive positioning.
  • Business Development: Lead full-cycle business development efforts, from identifying prospects to closing deals, ensuring a robust pipeline of opportunities.
  • Relationship Management: Cultivate and maintain positive connections with key collaborators, including clients, partners, and industry influencers.
  • Market Research: Conduct in-depth market analysis to identify trends, customer needs, and competitive dynamics.
  • Sales Support: Collaborate with the sales team to develop targeted sales strategies and materials.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with marketing, product development, and operations teams to ensure alignment and execution of market initiatives.
  • Performance Metrics: Establish and track critical metrics to measure the efficiency of business development activities.
  • Market Expansion: Identify and evaluate new market segments, product opportunities, and potential partnerships.
  • Thought Leadership: Represent the company at industry events and conferences to improve visibility and establish the company as a market leader.
  • Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement a coordinated market strategy that supports our growth objectives.

Education and/or Experience:

  • Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Engineering, or a related field; MBA or equivalent experience preferred.
  • Experience: Minimum of 10 years of combined experience in marketing, business development, sales, or strategy roles within the aerospace and defense sectors.
  • Consistent record of developing successful strategies that drive growth.
  • Strong understanding of coordinated demand generation tools and techniques.
  • Leadership Skills: Shown ability to lead and encourage teams, with strong interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Analytical Approach: Demonstrates strong analytical and problem-solving skills, making decisions based on data.
  • Negotiation Skills: Outstanding negotiation and closing skills, with a track record of successfully securing high-value contracts.
  • Industry Knowledge: Deep knowledge in the applicable market landscape, including market dynamics and customer needs.
  • Travel: Willingness to travel as needed.

The BIG payoff

We are a company who is going to make a difference in the industries and the communities in which we choose to operate.

Every employee of Re:Build will share ownership in the company and will share in the financial rewards of the success we achieve together, at all levels of the company!

We want to work with people that reflect the communities in which we operate

Re:Build Manufacturing is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, parental status, cultural background, organizational level, work styles, tenure and life experiences. Or for any other reason.

Re:Build is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at accommodations.ta@ReBuildmanufacturing.com or you may call us at 617.909.6275.