Chief of Staff
About The Position
The Chief of Staff to the EVP, Missiles will drive efficiency within the team to expand our presence in the U.S. defense missiles market, driving strategic growth initiatives and form key relationships across the U.S. Department of War (DOW), and industry. As a U.S.-based defense company with the strength of a global parent organization, we are seeking a seasoned professional who can support the team with expertise in a wide range of business operational capabilities and organizational efficiency. The ideal candidate must absorb a high volume of inputs and return distilled recommendations – converting a high flow of inbound opportunities, live deals, headquarters requests, and competing priorities into a focused agenda, decision-ready cases, and efforts driven toward closure.
Requirements
- 10+ years of relevant experience in U.S. defense business development, DOW acquisition, or missile-related government/industry roles.
- Significant experience with international business and cross-cultural deliverables
- A “self-starter” who has outstanding communication and organizational skills
- Must be able to obtain a SECRET level Security Clearance
- Experience with financial analysis and support of merger & acquisition / corporate development efforts.
Nice To Haves
- Prior military or civilian DOW service strongly preferred; experience working with or within DOW R&D or acquisition communities is a plus.
- Advanced Degree (MBA, MS, or equivalent) or DAWIA/Defense Acquisition certification preferred
Responsibilities
- Serve as the business unit’s lead for all headquarters’ internal products.
- Support team’s growth strategy deployment by utilizing world-class organizational skills.
- Foster and maintain trusted relationships with key government decision-makers, primes and integrators to position the company as a credible, capable, and trusted partner.
- Support development of strategic partnerships and teaming agreements to enhance competitiveness in U.S. bids.
- Collaborate with internal functional teams (engineering, legal, compliance, program management, and finance) to develop and submit compliant, compelling proposals.
- Monitor and assess U.S. defense spending trends, acquisition strategies, and program priorities relevant to the missiles domain.
- Represent the company at relevant defense trade shows, industry events, and technical forums to promote capabilities and expand industry presence.
- Provide regular briefings to senior leadership on opportunity status, customer developments, and strategic risks.
Benefits
- Discretionary annual bonuses
- Benefits
- Other forms of compensation as part of Hanwha Defense USA's total rewards package.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
