Sr Manager, Business Development (Defense Navy)

What do we do, and how do you fit in? Curtiss-Wright is recognized around the world as one of the most innovative designers and manufacturers of ruggedized Navy solutions that deliver optimal and reliable performance.  When you work for CWDS, you get all the benefits and support of a large corporation (with almost $3 billion in annual sales) while working in a small company environment.  As a member of our team, you'll be applying your creative skills to come up with innovative business development solutions that drive organizational objectives.

Location:  Monsey, New York with expectation of approximately 50% travel to East Coast customer sites and shipyards.  Remote work is acceptable provided you are based in the Northeast or Virginia/Washington area.

Your Challenge:

As a Senior Manager of Business Development for 901D you will support and empower new strategic business leads, pursuits, opportunities, initiatives, partnerships and/or alliances.  You will also oversee market analysis, monitor competitive activity, and identifies customer needs. Provide leadership in the planning, designing, due diligence, and implementation of strategic business objectives.  Access to our customer base of prime contractors and DoD end users is important.  We are targeting this position to be based in a location that provides quick access to those East Coast primes and end customers.

Your Expertise:

• Have a working knowledge of DoD programs relating to Navy applications, including working from initial program concept through development and through production.

  • Have access to senior program leads, senior officers, and influencers on DoD naval programs.

  • Have a working network of contacts in the services as well as prime contractors working in shipboard application space.

  • Be comfortable in discussing naval applications with senior program team members, senior officers, and corporate executives.

• Strong experience in the DoD Navy market including customer relationships with acquisition officers and outstanding relationships with one or more shipyards.

• Naval Experience (Preferred)

  • E-8 or E-9 USN

  • CWO (Warrant Officer)

  • Shipyard Repair (Engineering Duty Officer)

• Be self-motivated and comfortable working in a goal-oriented environment.

  • Strong organizational skills, able to effectively deal with multiple meetings, tasks, and deadlines.

  • Have strong communication skills, able to effectively communicate with customers and contacts of all backgrounds and educational levels.  Well-developed written and verbal communication skills.

  • Strong capability to formulate capture plans and lead capture efforts for multimillion dollar pursuits.

  • Extensive experience in researching, planning, and implementing new target market initiatives.

  • Pursuing leads and moving them through the sales cycle.

  • Developing concepts, ideas, quotes and proposals for prospective clients.

  • Attending conferences and industry events.  Represent 901D for the purposes of identifying new opportunities at the Surface Navy Symposium and Sea Air Space shows.

• US person required, secret security clearance is a plus

Salary Range: $160,000 - $190,000

Please note that the salary range information provided is a general guideline only. Criteria such as the candidate’s qualifications and relevant experience, the scope of the specific position, as well as market and business considerations will be evaluated when extending an offer.

About CWDS:

Curtiss-Wright's Defense Solution (CWDS) division is a trusted, proven leader, delivering superior products and services that meet the defense and aerospace industries' toughest challenges with best-in-class value. Our employees are the foundation of that success.

Our solutions address air, ground, and naval defense and industrial applications, and are focused on growth segments with a high demand for advanced technology, enhanced safety, security, and performance.

For more information visit https://www.curtisswrightds.com/about

Who We Are:

Our Values

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We Take Care of Our People:

Paid Time Off I 401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing I Health and Wellness Benefits I Learning and Development Opportunities I Referral Program I Competitive Pay I Recognition I Employee Stock Purchase Plan I Inclusive & Supportive Culture

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Compliance Statement

This position may require exposure to export-controlled information and subject to additional security screening.  In the event information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export-controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn. 

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