Director of Business Development

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, which manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Director of Business Development based in the United States. Lead strategic business development and growth initiatives within the U.S. Navy defense market, focusing on advanced modeling, simulation, and military training solutions. In this role, you will identify emerging opportunities, cultivate relationships with Navy stakeholders, and shape competitive pursuits that support operational readiness, mission rehearsal, testing, and training requirements. You will work closely with senior leadership, government customers, industry partners, and internal technical teams to align capabilities with evolving defense priorities. Your expertise in defense acquisition processes, capture strategy, and customer engagement will help expand the organization's market presence and strengthen its position on strategic opportunities. This role combines long-term growth planning with hands-on opportunity development, proposal support, and relationship management. The position offers a remote working arrangement, with travel as needed to engage customers, attend industry events, and support business development activities. An active Department of Defense Secret clearance and the ability to obtain and maintain Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) eligibility are required.