Aerospace and Defense, Analysis Skills, Business Development, Communication Skills, Competitive Analysis/Strategy, Cross-Functional, Emerging Technology, Establish Priorities, Finance, Forecasting, Leadership, Market Analysis, Market Tracking, Market Trend Analysis, Performance Analysis, Performance Metrics, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Project/Program Management, Recruiting Strategy, Sales, Sales Qualification, Strategic Planning, Trade Studies, Willing to Travel
Director Of Growth & Strategy
SelectOne is a strategic recruitment firm, partnering with organizations to secure top talent.
A global aerospace and defense organization is seeking a Director of Growth & Strategy to support its Space Division. This role will partner with senior leadership to shape division strategy, drive market expansion, and guide long-term investment priorities across a growing portfolio.
The Director of Growth & Strategy will lead division-level strategic planning, market analysis, and portfolio development. This leader will partner closely with Business Units, Engineering, Program Management, Sales, and Finance to align priorities, evaluate investment opportunities, and position the division for sustained growth. The role will influence executive decision-making, support long-range planning, and guide expansion into emerging markets.
Key responsibilities include:
- Leading division-level strategic planning and long-range growth initiatives
- Developing market insights, competitive intelligence, and portfolio strategies
- Partnering cross-functionally with Business Units, Engineering, Finance, and Sales
- Guiding investment prioritization, including capability development and opportunity shaping
- Supporting executive leadership with strategic presentations and decision frameworks
- Monitoring market trends, customer needs, and emerging technologies
- Leading scenario planning, trade studies, and growth opportunity assessments
- Tracking strategic performance metrics including pipeline health and growth targets
- Representing the organization with customers, partners, and industry stakeholders
Skills and requirements include:
- Bachelor's degree
- 10+ years of experience in strategy, business development, market analysis, or related leadership roles
- Background in aerospace, defense, or space industry preferred
- Strong cross-functional leadership and executive influence skills
- Experience with portfolio planning, forecasting, and investment prioritization
- Strong analytical and strategic thinking capabilities
- Excellent communication and executive presentation skills
- Ability to travel approximately 30–50%
Salary: $275,000 – $325,000 base salary plus bonus and long-term incentive eligibility. Comprehensive benefits package included.
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SelectOne
SelectOne is a recruiting company whose mission it is to connect companies with the talent they need to grow their business. We specialize in finding candidates that bring value, strategy and dynamic leadership to our clients’ companies. We know how to find these people for our partners because our own team and knowledge is the result of the same service we provide.
With more than 75 years of industry experience and a vast, diverse network, our specialized team is proficient in recruiting nationally across multiple industries for all professional level positions. Our goal, purpose and passion lie with helping our clients find employees that will transform their business and take them to the next level.
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