Director, Corporate Strategy

L3HHCM20•Melbourne, FL

1d•$140,000 - $298,500•Onsite

About The Position

The Director of Corporate Strategy is responsible for shaping the organization's long-term vision, driving growth through differentiated technologies and mission solutions, and ensuring alignment with Department of War (DoW) and international customer security priorities. As a member of the Corporate Strategy team, this position plays an important role in shaping the strategic direction of the company, with a strong focus on supporting strategic growth initiatives. Skilled in analytical methods, producing fact-based, logical hypothesis and scenarios with well-thought-out conclusions. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required, including the use of Microsoft-PowerPoint to convey analysis and recommendations to stakeholders and company executives. Involved in inorganic investment process, including market and competitor assessments and other related support activities.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Economics or Engineering or other related quantitative field with 10 years prior experience, Graduate Degree with 8 years prior experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 19 years of prior related experience.
Minimum of 10 years of leadership in defense, aerospace, or national security sectors.
Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI security clearance.

Nice To Haves

MBA or MBA in process
Professional Services/Consulting experience
Aerospace and defense industry experience
Excellent written, verbal, presentation and interpersonal communication skills
Very strong (well above average) MS-Excel and MS-PowerPoint skills
Results-oriented, takes the initiative mentality
Demonstrates a highly analytical work ethic/approach
A fast learner with the ability to take initial direction and self-manage to complete assignments on time and to expectations
Highly collaborative team player
Pragmatic with a strong analytical and problem-solving ability
Ability to devise logical methods/approaches
Strong project management skills, including demonstrated ability to think end-to-end and manage multiple priorities/projects simultaneously
Strong financial acumen, proficiency in strategic frameworks (e.g., SWOT), and exceptional communication skills to influence C-suite and government executives.
Strategy consulting experience – management and/or operational

Responsibilities

Lead annual and quarterly strategic planning cycles, including goal setting and resource allocation, along with research, analysis and recommendations in support of strategic growth.
Monitor DoD acquisition trends, funding pathways (e.g., POM cycles), and competitive landscapes to inform market positioning. Maintains a keen awareness and acumen around disruptive technologies, emerging trends, innovation and competitors to leverage in creation of growth plans.
Assist segments on complex capture strategies for major programs and identify opportunities for growth through investment, M&A or strategic alliances.
Partner with Business Development, Government Relations, Engineering, and Business Strategy to ensure strategic, technology and commercial roadmaps align with mission needs and warfighter requirements. Maintain strong working relationships with key personnel from each business segment/unit while efficiently managing project resources.
Manages regular and adhoc projects for the Executive team and Board, including strategic Planning, emerging trends and technologies, domestic and international markets, R&D, strategic and operational analyses, comparison studies, and other related work products.
Assists with the development and implementation of corporate and business segment strategic growth initiatives.
Works effectively as a leader and contributing team member of the Corporate Strategy team.