Associate Director, Business Development - Strategic Deterrence Campaign Lead (Remote)

Date Posted: 2026-09-11 Country: United States of America Location: US-NE-REMOTE Position Role Type: Remote U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date.​ U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance​ Security Clearance Type: TS/SCI - Current Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required on day 1 At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world. Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense. As an Associate Director, Business Development – Strategic Deterrence Campaign Lead this position favors a forward-thinking leader to help develop requirements and capabilities to assist in the National and DoD Communications modernization efforts.  In this role, you will have the opportunity to support the business with accurate market, customer, and competitive information in the protected communications area of responsibility. You will serve as the prime consultant and internal and external spokesperson for the organization on highly significant matters relating to policies, programs, capabilities, and long-range goals and objectives relating to modernized and resilient communications systems. This position will also be responsible for cultivating relationships with industry partners and recommending alliances, teaming relationships and acquisitions. This position can work remotely however it will be ideal to be located near one of the following locations: Omaha, NE, Denver/Colorado Springs, CO, or Dallas/Fort Worth, TX. What You Will Do Identifying, qualifying, developing, and capturing new business initiatives for Protected Communications, including Nuclear C3, National C3 and adjacent markets Serve as a leader on the capture team during all capture activities including, opportunity identification, opportunity qualification, competitive positioning, opportunity strategy development and proposal development Customer relationship building Developing and executing contact plans, including senior executive engagements Advising the organization on DoD and National Communications CONOPS, including satellite and terrestrial communications systems Working as part of a team with program management and engineering to develop solutions to highly complex customer problems Develop pursuit strategies and overall account strategies, and providing accurate and timely orders forecasting Identify the customer’s most important requirements, and to provide price to win and competitive assessment for relevant pursuits Travel expectations 25-30% Qualifications You Must Have Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 12 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 10 years of experience Active and transferable U.S. government issued TS/SCI security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance Understanding of the current NC3 systems, National Leadership Command Capability and Senior Leader Communications capability is required Extensive knowledge of Radio Frequency (RF) products, especially Military Satcom  Experience with USSPACECOM, USSTRATCOM, OSD A&S, Service Headquarters (OPNAV/SecNav or HAF/SAF) or Joint staff experience Qualifications We Prefer Experience with the DoD budget process and DoD acquisition requirements process is desired Knowledge and experience with Foreign Military Sales What We Offer ​ Medical, dental, and vision insurance  ​ Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees  ​ Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option  ​ Tuition reimbursement program ​ Student Loan Repayment Program  ​ Life insurance and disability coverage  ​ Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection ​ Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits ​ Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning  ​ Adoption Assistance           ​ Autism Benefit  ​ Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions  ​ Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program ​ Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits  ​ Bright Horizons, child and elder care services ​ Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program  ​  And more!   ​ Learn More & Apply Now! ​ Do you want to be a part of something bigger? A team whose impact stretches across the world, and even beyond? At Collins Aerospace, our Mission Systems team helps civilian, military and government customers complete their most complex missions — whatever and wherever they may be. Our customers depend on us for intelligent and secure communications, missionized systems for specialized aircraft and spacecraft and collaborative space solutions. By joining our team, you’ll have your own critical part to play in ensuring our customer succeeds today while anticipating their needs for tomorrow. Are you up for the challenge? Join our mission today. ​ *Please ensure the role type (defined b