Confidential
Executive Director, Business Development, Aerospace & Defense Manufacturing
Seattle, Washington, US
Role snapshot
Confidential is hiring a Executive Director, Business Development, Aerospace & Defense Manufacturing on a full-time basis. This is a role based in Seattle, Washington, US.
- Company
- Confidential
- Location
- Seattle, Washington, US
- Job type
- Full-time
- Experience
- 10+ years
- Posted
- Nov 1, 2026
Who this role suits
Experienced professionals who can lead projects, set direction and be accountable for outcomes, not just tasks.
How to prepare your application
- Prepare examples of decisions you drove, how you measured the result, and how you worked with other teams.
- Be ready to discuss trade-offs and scope, not only the tools you have used.
- Read what Confidential publishes about its product or team, so you can say clearly why this role and this company.
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About the role
Executive Director, Business Development, Aerospace & Defense Manufacturing
About the Company
Respected manufacturing organization
Industry
Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing
Type
Privately Held
About the Role
The Company is seeking an Executive Director of Business Development with a focus on the aerospace, defense, and space sectors. This hands-on role is pivotal in aggressively growing the A&D business segment, particularly in the precision machining, welding, and assembly industry. The successful candidate will be responsible for building and executing growth initiatives, as well as penetrating additional A&D markets. A strategic acquisition has been made, providing a strong foundation to build upon. The role demands a strategic-minded individual with a go-getter attitude, capable of shaping the long-term A&D capabilities, including planning, investments, and M&A activities. Applicants must have a minimum of 10 years of demonstrated business development experience in the A&D industry, specifically for mechanical systems or machining. The role requires a professional with strong business acumen, adept at developing go-to-market strategies, identifying and winning new business, and nurturing existing relationships. The Executive Director will also be the primary face of the organization for the A&D market, collaborating with the executive team, and must be a US citizen, with DoD clearance being a plus. The position offers an entrepreneurial mandate to influence the strategic direction and grow the role as the business expands.
Hiring Manager Title
CRO
Functions
- Business Development
- Corporate Development