Business Development Manager- Aerospace Engine

GWS Tool Group•Usa, CT

12d

About The Position

The Business Development Manager for the aerospace engine segment develops and executes long-term growth strategies to expand revenue and market share and strengthen strategic customer engagement. The role identifies emerging opportunities, shapes go-to-market strategies, and builds relationships with OEMs, Tier suppliers, and other partners across the aerospace engine value chain. Working across sales, engineering, product management, marketing, operations, and executive leadership, the manager aligns market opportunities with organizational capabilities. The position translates industry trends, customer requirements, technology advancements, and competitive intelligence into growth initiatives, product roadmaps, and commercial strategies, while serving as the technical authority for assigned products, materials, and applications.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, such as mechanical or manufacturing engineering.
Five years of proven experience in manufacturing.
Advanced application knowledge and experience in metal cutting.
Analytical and problem-solving skills related to basic manufacturing processes.
Strong organizational and project management skills, including the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with diverse teams and stakeholders.
Ability to move objects weighing up to 20 pounds at a time.
Ability to sit for prolonged periods and work at a computer.
Ability to drive or fly to company facilities.

Nice To Haves

Experience with CAD/CAM software such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Siemens NX, and/or Mastercam.
Willingness to travel approximately 50%, domestically and internationally (travel is required; 50% is desired).

Responsibilities

Develop and execute growth strategies to achieve revenue and profitability targets.
Identify target accounts and develop account-penetration strategies to increase wallet share and strategic positioning.
Assist sales teams with opportunity qualification, application assessments, and strategic account development.
Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify emerging trends and opportunities.
Collaborate with sales, marketing, and engineering teams to develop customer-focused solutions.
Serve as the technical authority for assigned products, materials, and target applications.
Define product strategy, positioning, and roadmaps aligned with company and market objectives.
Track and report KPIs, including revenue growth, new customer acquisition, quoting activity, pipeline development, product adoption, and profitability improvements.
Support development and launch of products, including end mills, drills, reamers, burrs, routers, ceramics, and specialty round tools.
Deliver technical training and knowledge transfer to customers and internal teams.
Participate in industry trade shows, technical conferences, customer events, and professional organizations to increase market visibility and generate opportunities.
Travel to domestic and international facilities and events as needed.