Director of Strategy & Business Developmen

We are seeking a Director of Strategy & Business Development to lead organizational growth, capture government and defense funding, and align technical capabilities with market opportunities. You will develop strategic partnerships, pursue SBIRR/STTR, OTA, DOD contracts, and manage relationships across the aerospace ecosystem. Duties Develop and execute business strategy to grow revenue and secure government funding. Identify, evaluate, and pursue funding opportunities: SBIR, STTR, OTA, DPA title III, CRADAs, DARPA/Air Force/ONR/Space Force solicitations Lead proposal development: win themes, storyboards, capture plans, proposal writing, pricing strategy Build strategic relationships with government program offices, primes, and downstream partners Serve as the organization's interface to government stakeholders, industry partners, and advisory councils Track funding landscapes, policy shifts, and defense modernization priorities Support investor relations and executive leadership with market insights, competitor analysis, and strategic recommendations Coordinate with engineering leads to translate technical capabilities into compelling proposals Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Public Policy, or related field 7+ years of experience in business development, capture management, or strategic planning in defense/aerospace Detailed experience with U.S. government funding mechanisms (SBIR, STTR, OTA, FAR/DFARS, etc.) Proof track record capturing government contracts/grants and winning proposals Strong written and verbal communication skills Ability to rapidly translate complex technical concepts into proposal narratives and strategic value propositions Preferred Requirements Experience within DoD program offices, primes, or government labs Familiarity with ITAR/Export Compliance and security classification guides MBA or advanced degree in a relevant area #J-18808-Ljbffr Executive Recruiting Group