Now Hiring - Aston Carter - VP Of Business Development (DIRECT PLACEMENT) in Torrance, CA

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Job Title: VP of Business Development * if you are interested in this opportunity, please feel free to apply and email me your resume at [please apply online] so we can schedule a time to connect asap! Job Description As the VP of Business Development, you will lead efforts to achieve new business targets annually. You will transition qualified opportunities to teams that result in revenue-generating bids. Your leadership will focus on specific customer accounts to drive year-over-year revenue growth. You will actively participate in identifying and qualifying potential avionics business opportunities, ensuring alignment with strategic goals. You will support strategic planning, market analyses, and forecasting for the DoD and commercial avionics sectors. Your role will also involve leading opportunity capture and proposal team activities, requiring advanced strategic thinking, business acumen, and analytical skills to make data-driven decisions. Responsibilities * Coordinate customer engagements and planning customer calls. * Identify strategic alliances, teammates, and partners for key pursuits. * Participate in trade shows, industry events, and seminars to stay informed on customer strategies. * Travel will be required 25-50%. * Perform other duties as assigned. Essential Skills * Experience in DoD, aerospace defense, and business development. * Bachelor's degree in a technical field; advanced technical degrees preferred. * Minimum of 15+ years in aerospace and defense industry, with at least 5 years in business development or capture. * 8 to 12 years of DoD marketing experience with principal customers such as NAVAIR, Army Aviation, and Air Force, as well as Tier 1 System Integrators. Additional Skills & Qualifications * Functional expertise in customer-facing business development activities. * Understanding of technology transitioning, product/market development, and marketing/product planning for US military applications. * Knowledge of competitive product analysis and market research techniques. * Superior proposal development/writing and contracting/negotiation skills. * U.S. Citizenship is required. * Must be able to obtain or have an active Secret Security Clearance. Work Environment The role requires full-time presence at the Torrance, CA facility, with additional travel as needed. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $215000.00 - $300000.00/yr. 4 Weeks PTO a year (including 40 hours of PTO your first day) 10 paid holidays 401(k) with 100% employer matching up to 4% of salary (no vesting period) Multiple options for Medical, Vision, Dental Insurance plans Health Savings Accounts Flexible Spending Accounts Tuition Assistance (30% of Tuition with a minimum qualifying grade) 100% Paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 100% Paid Basic Life and AD&D Insurance 100% Paid Workers Compensation Insurance Voluntary Life Insurance Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Torrance,CA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on May 14, 2025. About Aston Carter: Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing double diamond winner for both client and talent service. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [please apply online] for other accommodation options.