Business Development Manager - Automotive / Defense / Aerospace Staffing

Business Development Manager – Automotive / Defense / Aerospace Staffing Job Summary We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Business Development Manager to expand our staffing and engineering services business within the Automotive, Defense, and Aerospace industries. The ideal candidate will have a strong network of industry contacts, proven experience in staffing sales, and the ability to develop strategic client relationships across OEMs, Tier-1 suppliers, engineering service providers, and defense/aerospace organizations. Key Responsibilities Identify, develop, and generate new business opportunities in Automotive, Defense, and Aerospace sectors. Build and maintain strong relationships with hiring managers, procurement teams, MSP/VMS partners, and decision-makers. Promote staffing, recruitment, and engineering service solutions for contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire positions. Manage the complete sales cycle from lead generation to contract closure. Develop strategic accounts and expand existing client relationships. Work closely with recruiting teams to fulfill client staffing requirements efficiently. Prepare client presentations, proposals, rate negotiations, and service agreements. Monitor industry trends, competitor activities, and market opportunities. Achieve revenue, gross margin, and business growth targets. Maintain accurate sales pipeline and CRM updates. Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Marketing, or related field. 5+ years of business development experience in staffing or engineering services. Strong experience in Automotive, Defense, or Aerospace staffing. Proven track record of acquiring new clients and growing accounts. Strong understanding of contract staffing, engineering recruitment, and workforce solutions. Experience working with OEMs, Tier-1 suppliers, aerospace companies, or defense contractors is preferred. Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills. Ability to work independently and drive business growth. Preferred Skills Existing network within Automotive/Defense/Aerospace industries. Experience with VMS/MSP programs. Knowledge of engineering domains such as: ADAS Embedded Systems

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Mechanical Design CAE Aerospace Systems Familiarity with U.S./Canada staffing markets is a plus. Employment Type Full-Time Location Remote / Hybrid / Onsite (as applicable) Compensation Competitive base salary + commission + performance incentives. About Us We are a growing staffing and engineering solutions company specializing in delivering highly skilled talent across Automotive, Aerospace, and Defense industries. #J-18808-Ljbffr Detroit Engineered Products