CareerPlan

Business Development Manager - Mission Systems Avionics

Hastings, England, gbFull-time£62k–£80k2026-11-09 → 2026-11-10
HybridNo visa sponsorshipSecurity clearance required

Core

Leading defence-related business development and capture activities primarily for Combat Air Systems, Mission System solutions, and weapons management.

Role type

Senior Business Development Manager (Defence Avionics)

Builds

Strategic plans, business cases, and pursuit proposals for Combat Air Systems and mission computing solutions.

Domain

Defence / Aerospace / Avionics

Deliverable

client delivery

Required skills

Business development and capture management, Proposal development, Knowledge of UK/European defence procurement, Strategic planning, Stakeholder network building, Trade show management, Market analysis

Preferred skills

Technical/engineering background, AI/ML model familiarity

Technologies

Mission computing systems, Combat Air Systems, Weapons management systems

Responsibilities

Lead capture/proposal management team activities and oversee bid/no-bid gates, Develop and represent business cases for strategic initiatives, Build networks with government and customer departments in UK/Europe/Global markets, Align with internal teams to support franchise growth initiatives, Participate in marketing program development and lead trade show delegations, Provide weekly pursuit updates and support strategic planning sessions

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC