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Senior Director, Strategy and Growth, Electromagnetic Defensive Solutions

Honeywell Aerospace

  • Washington, DC
  • 1 day ago
  • $204,000–$256,000 Per Year

Highlights

The position partners closely with Honeywell Aerospace leadership, business units, Engineering, ISC, Product Management, Finance, and Honeywell Aerospace international and commercial organizations to accelerate growth through organic expansion, international partnerships, adjacent market entry, and portfolio development. Partner with Offering Management to identify, prioritize, and commercialize high-growth opportunities across unmanned platforms, autonomous systems, advanced RF technologies, AI-enabled mission systems, and adjacent commercial markets; ensuring alignment between customer demand, portfolio investments, product strategy, and growth execution.

Numbers & Facts

LocationWashington, DC
IndustryTravel, Transportation and Tourism
Salary$204,000–$256,000 Per Year
Company Size10,000 employees or more
Year Founded1914
Websitehttp://aerospace.honeywell.com/

Description

Reporting to the President, Electromagnetic Defensive Solutions (EDS), Honeywell Aerospace, the Senior Director, Strategy and Growth is responsible for developing and executing the enterprise growth strategy across the global defense, commercial aerospace, and international markets. This executive will identify and capture new business opportunities, expand strategic customer relationships, and lead market development initiatives that accelerate sustainable revenue growth.

The leader will drive strategic pursuits across Electronic Warfare, Radar and Sensor Systems, Advanced RF technologies, Advanced Computing, AI-enabled mission systems, and emerging commercial applications. The role is accountable for achieving Annual Operating Plan (AOP) growth commitments while shaping and executing EDS's three-year and five-year Strategic Plan (STRAP).

Partner with Offering Management to identify, prioritize, and commercialize high-growth opportunities across unmanned platforms, autonomous systems, advanced RF technologies, AI-enabled mission systems, and adjacent commercial markets; ensuring alignment between customer demand, portfolio investments, product strategy, and growth execution.

The position partners closely with Honeywell Aerospace leadership, business units, Engineering, ISC, Product Management, Finance, and Honeywell Aerospace international and commercial organizations to accelerate growth through organic expansion, international partnerships, adjacent market entry, and portfolio development.

This role has broad executive engagement across DoD service branches, direct customers, and will also interface with Honeywell Aerospace executive management.

This role has a Hybrid work arrangement (at least three days per week in office) and can be based at one of the following locations: San Diego, CA; San Jose, CA; Lansdale, PA; Phoenix, AZ; Clearwater, FL; Minneapolis, MN; Washington, DC.

SECURITY CLEARANCE

This position requires U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance in accordance with 32 CFR Part 117 (NISPOM.) Non-U.S. citizens are not eligible for clearance processing for this role. All applications are reviewed in compliance with national security requirements.

YOU MUST HAVE:

  • Bachelor''s degree in Business or Engineering.
  • 12+ years of leadership experience in strategy, business development, product management, engineering or growth leadership.
  • 7+ years of leading cross-functional global teams.
  • Experience developing and executing enterprise growth strategies
  • Experience supporting both U.S. Government and commercial customers.
  • Must have the ability to obtain and maintain TS/SCI clearance

WE VALUE:

  • Experience growing international defense business
  • Experience expanding commercial aerospace or adjacent commercial markets.
  • Experience and strong understanding of the global Electronic Warfare (EW) market
  • Experience and understanding of the global Radar market landscape
  • Experience and understanding of modern defense priorities
  • Ability to hold and maintain TS/SCI clearance
  • MBA or Advanced Degree preferred
  • PMP certification desirable
  • Strong analytical and financial skills
  • Track record of exceeding financial targets
  • Effectively getting results in a matrixed organization structure
  • Clear communication and vision setting skills
  • Executive presence and interfacing with customers at all levels of the organization
  • Developing and fostering strong customer relationships
  • Strategic mindset to scope tasks and achieve goals
  • Passion for winning
  • Timely decision making in the face of complexity and ambiguity
  • Knowledge of DoD planning, programming, budgeting and execution.
  • Ensuring customer satisfaction (delivery, quality, reliability)
  • Effective coaching/mentoring skills
  • Ability to develop personnel in direct and indirect reporting relationship

The annual base salary range for this position in California and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Connecticut, and Hawaii is $178,000- 222,000. For Washington and most major metropolitan areas in New York & California, the annual base salary range is $204,000- 256,000. Please note that this salary information serves as a general guideline. Honeywell considers various factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate''s work experience, education and training, key skills, as well as market and business considerations.

BENEFITS

Beyond a performance-driven salary, you''ll work alongside dedicated experts on technology that''s advancing aviation. As a Honeywell Aerospace employee, you''re eligible for a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

  • Employer-subsidized medical, dental, vision and life insurance
  • Short-term and long-term disability coverage
  • 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts and health savings accounts
  • Employee assistance program and educational assistance
  • Parental leave and 12 paid holidays
  • Paid time off for vacation, personal and sick time

Explore your benefits: https://honeywellaerospacebenefits.com/

The application period for the job is estimated to be 40 days from the job posting date; however, this may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

Join a company that''s reintroducing itself to the aviation community we''ve helped advance for more than a century. At Honeywell Aerospace (NASDAQ: HONA), we''re launching as an independent, publicly traded aerospace and defense company built on a legacy of operational excellence and mission-focused execution.

Our new brand identity pairs that heritage with real momentum, as we build technology that helps pilots navigate with confidence, aircraft operate more efficiently, and operators stay ahead of change. With our systems on board 90% of the world''s aircraft, your work here has reach that''s rare to find anywhere else.

Focusing on our customers, investing in innovation, and building a culture of accountability and performance is how we''re shaping what comes next.

Every horizon. Every mission. Every day.

Honeywell Aerospace products and services are found on aircraft across commercial aviation, defense and space - from engines and cockpit electronics to cabin systems, mechanical components and connectivity solutions. Our technology helps operators fly more safely, reduce fuel consumption, improve on-time performance and deliver a better experience for the people on board.

As aviation continues to evolve, we''re also developing systems to support autonomous and supersonic platforms, bringing the same focus on safety and efficiency to the next era of flight. With approximately 36,000 employees worldwide and net sales of $17.4B in 2025, Honeywell Aerospace is one of the largest dedicated aerospace companies in the world. Explore our businesses: https://www.honeywellaerospace.com

Electronic Solutions develops the avionics, navigation systems, sensors and electromagnetic defense technology that help aircraft perform safely and with precision. Our systems are on board 90% of the world''s aircraft - serving commercial aviation, defense and space operators from integrated flight deck platforms with 30-plus years in service to radiation-hardened systems trusted for human spaceflight.

Key Responsibilities:

Enterprise Growth Strategy:

  • Develop and execute EDS's global growth strategy supporting defense, adjacent commercial industries, and international expansion.
  • Identify, qualify, and capture new opportunities within Electronic Warfare, Radar, RF Systems, Mission Computing, Software, Space, and emerging technology markets.
  • Expand Honeywell EDS presence into international defense markets through internal Honeywell Aerospace strategic partnerships
  • Drive commercial market expansion by identifying dual-use technologies and adjacent commercial applications.
  • Lead market assessments to identify emerging technologies, customer needs, competitive positioning, and investment priorities.
  • Develop market entry strategies for new countries, commercial sectors, and strategic growth platforms.
  • Partner with Offering Management to define the long-term EDS growth portfolio and investment roadmap.
  • Build multi-year growth pipelines that support Annual Operating Plan (AOP) and long-range strategic objectives.
  • Validate and execute the 3-year and 5-year Strategic Plan (STRAP).

Strategic Capture & Business Development:

  • Lead enterprise capture strategy for major domestic and international pursuits.
  • Develop customer-specific value propositions that differentiate Honeywell EDS technologies.
  • Partner with Product Management to shape next-generation aligned with market demand.
  • Lead cross-functional pursuit teams from opportunity identification through contract award.
  • Increase pipeline conversion, win rates, bookings, and profitable revenue growth.

International & Commercial Expansion

  • Develop strategic relationships with foreign governments, international OEM's, adjacent commercial customers, and global partners.
  • Identify exportable technologies and support international licensing and compliance strategies.
  • Partner with Honeywell Aerospace international and commercial business teams to leverage existing global customer relationships and accelerate market penetration.
  • Expand participation in international trade shows and strategic industry events.

Customer & Executive Engagement:

  • Build executive-level relationships across DoD, allied governments, prime contractors, and strategic commercial customers.
  • Represent Honeywell EDS at executive customer meetings, industry forums, and strategic planning sessions.
  • Improve customer loyalty, Voice of Customer (VOC) metrics, and long-term strategic partnerships.

Leadership & Organizational Development:

  • Lead and develop a high-performing Growth organization focused on business development, capture excellence, strategic planning, and market development.
  • Build organizational capability supporting international growth, commercial expansion, and advanced technology markets.
  • Develop talent and succession plans supporting long-term organizational growth.

Key Success Factors:

  • Revenue Growth
  • Orders & Bookings
  • Pipeline Growth
  • Win Rate Improvement
  • International Revenue Expansion
  • Commercial Market Revenue
  • AOP Financials (Revenue, Margin Achievement)
  • Customer Satisfaction (VOC)
  • Strategic Partnership Development
  • Portfolio Expansion

Key Responsibilities:

Enterprise Growth Strategy:

  • Develop and execute EDS's global growth strategy supporting defense, adjacent commercial industries, and international expansion.
  • Identify, qualify, and capture new opportunities within Electronic Warfare, Radar, RF Systems, Mission Computing, Software, Space, and emerging technology markets.
  • Expand Honeywell EDS presence into international defense markets through internal Honeywell Aerospace strategic partnerships
  • Drive commercial market expansion by identifying dual-use technologies and adjacent commercial applications.
  • Lead market assessments to identify emerging technologies, customer needs, competitive positioning, and investment priorities.
  • Develop market entry strategies for new countries, commercial sectors, and strategic growth platforms.
  • Partner with Offering Management to define the long-term EDS growth portfolio and investment roadmap.
  • Build multi-year growth pipelines that support Annual Operating Plan (AOP) and long-range strategic objectives.
  • Validate and execute the 3-year and 5-year Strategic Plan (STRAP).

Strategic Capture & Business Development:

  • Lead enterprise capture strategy for major domestic and international pursuits.
  • Develop customer-specific value propositions that differentiate Honeywell EDS technologies.
  • Partner with Product Management to shape next-generation aligned with market demand.
  • Lead cross-functional pursuit teams from opportunity identification through contract award.
  • Increase pipeline conversion, win rates, bookings, and profitable revenue growth.

International & Commercial Expansion

  • Develop strategic relationships with foreign governments, international OEM's, adjacent commercial customers, and global partners.
  • Identify exportable technologies and support international licensing and compliance strategies.
  • Partner with Honeywell Aerospace international and commercial business teams to leverage existing global customer relationships and accelerate market penetration.
  • Expand participation in international trade shows and strategic industry events.

Customer & Executive Engagement:

  • Build executive-level relationships across DoD, allied governments, prime contractors, and strategic commercial customers.
  • Represent Honeywell EDS at executive customer meetings, industry forums, and strategic planning sessions.
  • Improve customer loyalty, Voice of Customer (VOC) metrics, and long-term strategic partnerships.

Leadership & Organizational Development:

  • Lead and develop a high-performing Growth organization focused on business development, capture excellence, strategic planning, and market development.
  • Build organizational capability supporting international growth, commercial expansion, and advanced technology markets.
  • Develop talent and succession plans supporting long-term organizational growth.

Key Success Factors:

  • Revenue Growth
  • Orders & Bookings
  • Pipeline Growth
  • Win Rate Improvement
  • International Revenue Expansion
  • Commercial Market Revenue
  • AOP Financials (Revenue, Margin Achievement)
  • Customer Satisfaction (VOC)
  • Strategic Partnership Development
  • Portfolio Expansion

About Company

Honeywell Aerospace innovates and integrates thousands of products and services to advance and easily deliver safe, efficient, productive and comfortable experiences worldwide.


Our History

The first autopilot in 1914, Charles Lindbergh’s first successful solo flight across the Atlantic in 1927, Amelia Earhart’s landmark flight in 1932, and the world’s first sonic boom in 1947, were all made possible because of aviation technology developed by Honeywell and its legacy companies.

During World War II, the groundbreaking cabin pressurization system developed by Garrett, Honeywell’s integrated C-1 autopilot, and the Norden bombsight made high-altitude bombing first feasible. Sperry instruments and navigation gear, Bendix electronics, carburetors, wheels, and brakes, and Grimes lighting systems were widely used on World War II aircraft. These innovations were later implemented successfully in civilian aircraft, helping the post-war boom in passenger travel.

In the 1950’s, Honeywell Aerospace and its legacy companies changed the face of flying with the development of the first gas-turbine engines and the ring laser gyroscope, which dramatically changed guidance and navigation forever. Sperry brought computer technology to the cockpit with electronic flight instrument systems, flight management systems and other digital technology, and Bendix introduced the first commercial weather radar system.Today, Honeywell Aerospace continues to innovate in the frontier of flight safety with traffic alert and collision avoidance technologies, the AlliedSignal Enhanced Ground Proximity Warning System, and systems that help pilots avoid severe weather and hazards such as lightning and wind shear. We at Honeywell Aerospace are proud of our contributions to aviation history, but we’re just as proud of the history we’re making today.

We have created the state-of-the-art integrated Aircraft Environment Surveillance System for the Airbus A380, and our advanced flight management, power distribution, pneumatic, and landing systems will help A380 operators reach new heights of performance and efficiency.

We are a leading supplier of products and systems for Boeing commercial airplanes, and our integrated avionics system for the Boeing 777 sets a new technology and reliability standard. Today, we are part of the team working to define technology concepts for the next Boeing airplane, the super-efficient 777.

The general, experimental, and light business aviation industries also turn to our respected Bendix/King range of communication and navigation avionics, weather radars, flight controls, flight information services, and other products and services that help make flying safer, more affordable, and more enjoyable.

Honeywell Aerospace continues to work to improve the capabilities of military forces, developing systems that power unmanned vehicles, avionics for jet fighters, weapon sensors for precision targeting, and upgrades that extend the lives of proven aircraft and vehicles. We’re part of the Lockheed Martin team working on the Joint Strike Fighter program, and we’re proposing a wide range of systems for the Army’s Future Combat System.

For more than 40 years, Honeywell technology has helped with the exploration and creation of opportunities in space. Our products have been integral to Neil Armstrong’s first step on the moon, and to every manned mission to space since. Today, the Space Shuttle is equipped with Honeywell’s Multifunction Electronic Display Subsystem, and we’re reaching into the future of space technology, with our work for the anticipated shuttle successor, the Orbital Space Plane, the International Space Station, and our contributions toward creating a permanent orbiting scientific laboratory and workspace.

As powered flight begins its second century, Honeywell Aerospace continues to make history with leading technology, reliable products and systems, superior service, and dedicated employees. The contributions of Honeywell, its legacy companies, and five generations of employees, have advanced the science of aviation to make flying the world’s safest form of transportation, while helping to protect our nation and explore the universe. We look forward to continuing our long tradition of developing and delivering innovative aviation systems that meet the current, and anticipate the future, needs of the customer.

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