Business Development

Business Development Partner Canopy A&D is built to accelerate the future of advanced materials for space, defense, and maritime systems. Canopy delivers specialized materials and components that carry customers from concept through sustainment. Canopy A&D's advanced signal attenuation technologies and production-scale manufacturing accelerate the fielding of platforms that are faster, cooler, and quieter. Our adaptive approach ensures solutions evolve at the pace of shifting challenges, keeping our customers ahead of the curve. The Business Development Partner is a high-growth role focused on market intelligence, customer engagement, and growth strategy execution. This individual will work closely with company leadership to identify opportunities, support customer acquisition efforts, develop market insights, and contribute to strategic growth initiatives across aerospace, defense, and advanced materials markets. Key Responsibilities Conduct market, customer, and competitor research across aerospace, defense, space, maritime, and advanced materials sectors. Identify and qualify new business opportunities, strategic partnerships, and potential customers. Support business development leadership in customer outreach, account planning, and opportunity management. Assist in preparation for customer meetings, technical reviews, and proposal activities. Develop market analyses, opportunity assessments, and strategic growth recommendations. Track industry trends, government programs, and emerging technology opportunities. Support conference, trade show, and networking activities to generate leads and expand market presence. Maintain customer relationship and opportunity tracking systems. Prepare briefing materials, customer profiles, and competitive intelligence reports. Assist with strategic planning and business growth initiatives across the Canopy portfolio. Other responsibilities as assigned. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, Economics, Communications, or related field. 13 years of relevant experience and/or strong internship experience. Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills. Excellent written and verbal communication abilities. High attention to detail and organizational capability. Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously. Professional proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including PowerPoint and Excel. Self-motivated with a strong desire to learn and grow in aerospace and defense markets. Preferred Qualifications Exposure to aerospace, defense, government contracting, advanced manufacturing, or advanced materials industries. Experience supporting business development, sales, strategy, consulting, or market research functions. Familiarity with customer relationship management (CRM) systems. Experience preparing presentations, market analyses, or executive briefings. Evidence of entrepreneurial initiatives, leadership, or side projects. Physical Requirements / Work Environments Ability to work in office, lab, and manufacturing environments. Must be able to lift up to 35 lbs and perform tasks involving standing, walking, bending. Visual acuity required for reading technical drawings and digital media. Valid US driver's license required. $65,000 - $80,000 a year Type: Salaried Exempt Business Hours: Core (with flexibility to support global time zones) Reports to: Chief Revenue Officer, Canopy Aerospace & Defense Base Location: Denver, CO, Ontario, CA or Cape Canaveral, FL Travel: 1020% Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience. Total compensation will also include a comprehensive set of benefits including but not limited to: Company paid employee medical, dental and vision insurance. Retirement plan participation (eligibility required), paid sick leave, paid vacation, paid holidays and discretionary bonuses. EXPORT CONTROL REQUIREMENTS: To conform to US Government export regulations, the applicant must be a (i) US Citizen, (ii) lawful permanent resident of the U.S. (aka green card holder), (iii) protected individual as defined by U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or (iv) eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Canopy A&D is an Equal Opportunity Employer, employment with Canopy A&D is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status. #J-18808-Ljbffr