Company Description

Elbit Systems of America is a leading provider of high performance products, system solutions, and support services focusing on the defense, homeland security, commercial aviation, and medical instrumentation markets. With facilities throughout the United States, Elbit Systems of America is dedicated to supporting those who contribute daily to the safety and security of the United States. Elbit Systems of America, LLC is wholly owned by Elbit Systems Ltd. (NASDAQ: ESLT and TASE: ESLT), a global high technology company engaged in a wide range of programs for innovative defense and commercial applications. For additional information, visit: www.elbitsystems-us.com or follow us on Twitter. 

Job Description

Scope: The Director Business Development, Aydin Ruggedized Displays– will identify, qualify and support the capture of new business to assure the continued success and growth of the Aydin Display Business unit. The Director of Business Development manage a portfolio and prioritize and manage the discretionary budget in order to deliver the new business target to the business each year.

Responsibilities & Tasks:

• Directing the business development activities of the Airborne Solutions, Fixed Wing and HMD business unit (Lockheed-Martin Portfolio)
• Develop an on-going 5-year strategic roadmap.
• Managing the discretionary budget (B&P and M&S) provided to service assigned portfolio
• Areas of specific experience: capture/campaign planning and execution, proposal management, experience as a business development manager.. 
• Partnering with Washington colleagues to establish personal and professional relationships with the appropriate industry and government customers.
• Establish and maintain direct, personal relationships with key industry and government customers. 
• Establish and maintain similar relationships with ESL and ESA counterparts.
• Continuously assess EFW, ESA, ESL capabilities (current and emerging) against customer requirements. 
• Assess and make recommendations for EFW to partner with ESA and/or ESL where opportunities exist for new business.
• Supervise Business Development Managers.
• Other related duties as assigned by supervisor.

Authorities:

• To take the appropriate actions for the successful management of the Business Development staff.
• Manage the discretionary budget

Business Relationships:

• DOD Procurement personnel.
• Engineer staff at EFW
• Manufacturing staff at EFW.
• ESL counterparts

Qualifications

• Engineering and Technical background highly desirable.
• Detailed knowledge of how the US Military generate and complete material requirements is desired.
• Proven track record of successful contract wins and documented business growth.
• Will have 5-10 years experience in DOD business development.
• Military Background preferred.
• Must be a team player, independent thinker, able to multi task and communicate.
• Strong influencing skills and ability to build alliances.
• Excellent communication with interpersonal and analytical skills.
• A strong work ethic coupled with good business sense.
• A management styles that leads by example and the ability to serve as a team player that can focus on the business objectives of the organization.
• Strong skills in sales and ability to be a business partner.
• Bachelor's degree required (5-10 years functional experience may substitute)

Additional Information

Here Are Some of the Great Benefits We Offer:

• Most locations offer a 9/80 schedule providing every other Friday off
• Competitive compensation & 401k program to plan for your future
• Robust medical, dental, vision, & disability coverage with qualified wellness discounts
• Basic Life Insurance and Additional Life & AD&D Insurances are available
• Flexible Vacation & PTO
• Paid Parental Leave
• Generous Employee Referral Program
• Voluntary Benefits Available: Longer Term Care, Legal, Identify Theft, Pet Insurance, and many more options
• Voluntary Tricare Supplement available for military retirees

It has been and will continue to be the policy of Elbit Systems of America to recruit, hire, train, and promote into all job levels based solely upon job-related qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, veteran or military status, genetics or citizenship status. 

EEO STATEMENT:

Elbit Systems of America is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity. Your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

ACCESSIBILITY:

Elbit Systems of America is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please email [email protected].

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