Hiring: Director of Business Development Company: Ultimate Staffing Location: Oxnard, CA Job Posted Time: 2026-09-15 11:16:00 Employment Type: Contract Target Skills & Keywords : AutoCAD, CAD, Microsoft Office About the job Experience: •3-5 years in a senior management role. •10+ years of progressive experience in aerospace OEM and/or aftermarket business development or related fields, including at least 3-5 years in a senior management role. Required Skills: •Develop, communicate, and execute business development strategies to drive multi-year growth in core aerospace and adjacent markets. •Build and maintain high-level relationships with major OEM, CAD/PAD, and emerging technology customers. Lead negotiations for significant new contracts, pricing agreements, and long-term partnerships. •Identify new product and market opportunities through competitive analysis, market research, and customer engagement. Provide strategic recommendations to the VP and executive leadership team. •Provide direct leadership to all team members. Mentor staff in customer strategy, forecasting, and proposal development. •Oversee preparation of accurate multi-year orders and sales forecasts to support corporate planning and financial objectives. Guide the Book & Ship and Division Review processes. •Direct the development of complex proposals and pricing strategies in collaboration with Engineering, Operations, Finance, and Contracts. •Work closely with the marketing team to ensure alignment between business development activities and brand awareness campaigns. •Partner with the VP and other senior leaders on strategic planning, mergers and acquisitions, and key corporate initiatives. Qualifications: •Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or related field required; MBA or advanced degree preferred. •Minimum 10+ years of progressive experience in aerospace OEM and/or aftermarket business development or related fields, including at least 3-5 years in a senior management role. •Demonstrated success in strategic planning, key account management, and high-value contract negotiations. •In-depth knowledge of aerospace market dynamics, government contracting (FAR/DFARS), and OEM procurement processes. •Exceptional leadership, mentoring, and team-building abilities. •Advanced analytical and forecasting skills, with proficiency in CRM tools and Microsoft Office Suite. •Excellent communication and negotiation skills, capable of influencing at the executive level. Compensation: •$130,000 - $170,000 / year Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!