Interim Senior Director of Business Development

The Company is seeking a Senior Director of Business Development to lead regional growth strategy across Japan, South Korea, and Taiwan. The role owns go-to-market execution, annual order targets, pipeline development, and end-to-end pursuit efforts from early engagement through contract award and follow-on growth. Responsibilities include building government and industry relationships, leading proposals and demonstrations, differentiating the organization in regulated procurements, and structuring local partnerships and industrial participation strategies. The director will also provide market intelligence to inform product and international strategy, collaborate across business functions, and represent the organization in senior-level engagements and industry forums. Candidates should have at least 10 years of business development experience in defense, aerospace, or national security in the region, with strong knowledge of local procurement, export sensitivities, and industry stakeholders. A record of closing complex government or defense programs is required; experience spanning hardware and software, autonomy, unmanned aircraft, intelligence and surveillance, or advanced sensing is valuable. Strong negotiation, relationship-building, stakeholder management, cross-functional leadership, and communication skills are essential, along with the ability to manage concurrent pursuits and frequent international travel. English fluency is required, while Japanese fluency is preferred; experience with Microsoft Office tools and Salesforce is also expected.