Director, International Business Development

Director, International Business Development

L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers' mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.

L3Harris is the Trusted Disruptor in defense tech. With customers' mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.

Job Location: Washington, DC

Job Schedule: 9/80: Employees work 9 out of every 14 days – totaling 80 hours worked – and have every other Friday off

Job Description:

The Director of International Business Development serves as L3Harris' corporate lead for international business engagement in Washington, DC. This role develops and strengthens relationships with U.S. government organizations responsible for international programs and Foreign Military Sales (FMS), including the Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA), Defense Technology Security Administration (DTSA), and the military FMS Implementing Agencies. The Director also leads corporate engagement with foreign embassies in Washington, DC to advance L3Harris' global outreach, particularly in support of regional executives and priority countries. This position works closely with segment and sector business development leaders to coordinate U.S. government and embassy engagements that support international growth objectives.

Job Responsibilities:

• Act as the primary corporate interface with U.S. Department of Defense organizations responsible for international business and Foreign Military Sales, including DSCA, DTSA, and FMS Implementing Agencies (e.g., SAF/IA, AFSAC, DASA-DEC, USASAC, NIPO).
• Lead corporate relationships with foreign embassies in Washington, DC to strengthen global outreach and opportunity development.
• Conduct regular program briefings with DSCA and FMS Implementing Agencies to communicate L3Harris priority pursuits and request government support as needed.
• Serve as the primary corporate point of contact with the U.S. Department of Commerce Advocacy Center.
• Engage embassy defense and commercial leaders to identify new opportunities and influence active pursuits.
• Coordinate closely with segment and sector business development teams to ensure government and embassy engagements align with business priorities.
• Review, prioritize, and submit segment and sector advocacy requests to the Advocacy Center.
• Represent L3Harris in international trade and industry associations, including Aerospace Industry Association (AIA) International Council and Defense Trade Committees, the American League for the Export of Security Assistance (ALESA), and relevant regional trade organizations and business councils.
• Participate in and drive targeted engagement at defense trade shows.
• Report to VP for International Business Development and Government Relations and collaborates with corporate executives across 9 global priority markets.
• Active or eligible U.S. security clearance at the Secret level.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 15 years or Graduate degree with a minimum of 13 years of prior related business development experience. In lieu of a degree, a minimum of 19 years of prior related business development experience.
• Minimum 8–10 years of experience within the U.S. Department of Defense or U.S. Military Services.
• Minimum of 4–6 years of experience with the U.S. Foreign Military Sales (FMS) process.

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Strong analytical, stakeholder management, and communication skills.
• Understanding of embassy operations, organizational structures, and defense / aerospace industry.
• Demonstrated success leading teams and partnerships within large, complex organizations.
• Experience in government and/or defense industry environments.
• Ability to operate effectively in ambiguous and dynamic environments with a proactive leadership approach.
• Customer-focused mindset with the ability to manage both internal and external stakeholders.
• Proven ability to prioritize, manage multiple engagements, and drive rapid issue resolution.

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in California, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Washington, and the Greater D.C, Denver, or NYC areas is $175,000-$325,000. The salary range for this role in Colorado state, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New York state, and Vermont is $152,500-$283,000. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. L3Harris also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.

Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

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