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Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.\nResponsibilities for this Position\nGeneral Dynamics Mission Systems has an immediate opening for a Strategy & Business Development Manager. The position provides an opportunity to enhance the performance and profitability of an organization that supports some of our nation’s fundamental defense services. General Dynamics Mission Systems employees work closely with esteemed customers to develop solutions that allow them to carry out high-stakes national security missions.\nThe Strategy & Business Development Manager (SBDM) primary focus is to bring in new business in both adjacent and new markets. The SBDM is responsible for identifying new opportunities and performing or leading all actions required to close on the newly identified business. This includes creating and maintaining external and internal relationships, being knowledgeable about our current and future technology, and developing winning business offerings / proposals. The SBDM will work closely with internal and external stakeholders to ensure the successful execution of strategic business objectives.\nKey Responsibilities:\nClose on new business opportunities in both adjacent and new markets.\nIdentify and develop the plan to capture new business. \nDefine vision, strategies, and tactics for growth within the assigned business segment.\nWork closely with the Mission Architect to ensure the business offerings satisfy current or future Mission Needs / Gaps.\nCollaborate with the Chief Engineer to align technology innovation fits a business offering that is or will be relevant to our existing or potential customers.\nIdentify, evaluate, and manage new business opportunities, initiatives, partnerships, alliances, and/or joint ventures. \nLead business development activities of products and/or services to government and potentially non-government customers.\nMaintain key business development contacts with current and potential customers. \nKeep current customer needs, market trends, and customer buying practices. \nProvide leadership in the planning, designing, and implementation of strategic business objectives. \nServe as capture manager for assigned opportunities as needed. \nRecord identified business opportunities in our internal pipeline tool and brief out strategy, status, and anticipated results to various levels of management.\nDevelop internal review slide decks, present at the internal reviews, and complete the internal business development process steps as required for the specific opportunity.\nKnowledge, Skills & Abilities:\nExcellent interpersonal, communication, collaboration, and leadership skills. \nDemonstrated ability to build relationships with customers and internal counterparts. \nStrong business acumen, demonstrated by the ability to articulate how to shape an offering and close on it. \nAbility to identify, pursue, and win capture efforts in areas related to GDMS business. \nAbility to work with Mission Architects, Chief Engineers, and other Engineering teams to develop solutions to complex problems and make substantiated recommendations. \nExcellent understanding of business strategies and technical issues related to technology development and product business growth. \nExcellent knowledge of government contracting and acquisition practices. \nExcellent understanding of specific areas within assigned market awareness, including budgets, customer priorities, mission gaps, and market dynamics. \nExcellent working knowledge of missions, products, and technologies, including current and future applications. \nAbility to define and communicate clear roles, responsibilities, and objectives for all capture team members. \nAbility to lead briefings and technical meetings for internal and external representatives. \nAbility to establish and assure adherence to budgets, schedules, work plans, and performance requirements. \nAbility to share knowledge, skills, and understanding with others across the business.\nSalary Note\nThis estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors (geographic location, etc.). 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