Director, Business Development - Proprietary Platforms & Autonomy BD Lead (Hybrid)

Date Posted: 2026-05-18 Country: United States of America Location: US-TX-MCKINNEY-513PW ~ 2501 W University Dr ~ PW BLDG Position Role Type: Hybrid 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: Top Secret - Current Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required on day 1

At RTX, the world 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.

We are currently hiring a Director in Business Development for our Proprietary Platforms & Autonomy portfolio. This position leads the business development team supporting pursuits and new business capture across a portfolio of domestic and international training, simulation products and services, collaborative autonomy, and integrated system solutions for proprietary platforms.

The successful candidate will be a proven leader with deep experience in new business pursuit and capture, and have a strong background in US Department of Defense (DoD) and military services warfighting CONOPS and killchains. Candidates should have a thorough understanding of the US DoD Planning, Programming, Budgeting and Execution (PPBE) processes, and be comfortable interacting with DoD subject matter experts in all areas of the acquisition process.

Experience at the military Service level in organizations such as CJCS, Army Staff, USAF ACC, USN OPNAV, FLEET/TYCOM/MAJCOM/CECOM is highly desired, as is experience in Special Access Program environments.

Preferred business locations are McKinney, TX, Fort Wayne, IN and Cedar Rapids, IA.

- Have responsibility for annual Orders pipeline supporting our Proprietary Platforms business, with a focus on competitive pursuits

- Collaboratively lead multi-functional capture efforts and go to market strategies within the Proprietary Programs & Autonomy business

- Build and mature a small team of business development professionals supporting the Proprietary Platforms portfolio as a functional manager

- Develop and Lead strategies within the Value Stream triad (Program Management, Engineering and Business Development) to shape, define, pursue and capture new business, including: business cases and strategies, gate and milestone reviews, competitive intelligence and price-to-win analyses, market shaping and influencing and management of customer relationships

- Be responsible for developing, forecasting, and capturing new/existing opportunities and maintaining relationships with new and existing military service customers

- Develop, present and articulate compelling business growth opportunities that include market and competitive analysis, and price to win strategies via decision point reviews

- Continually explore the environment for business and strategic growth opportunities

- Prepare and support company profiles on competitors and potential acquisition candidates, including financial analyses, as well as Strategic Financial Plans and Annual Operations Planning

- Bring vast experience and professional networks with senior internal and external personnel in area of expertise

- Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 14 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 12 years of experience

- Active and transferable U.S. government issued Top Secret security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

- Industry experience in the development and execution of new business capture strategies

- Experience with USAF tactical air CONOPS, platforms and mission systems, including both manned and unmanned platforms

- Experience with military training and simulation systems and programs

- Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option

- Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection

- Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions

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 below) is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role.

Hybrid: Employees who are working in Hybrid roles will work regularly both onsite and offsite. Ratio of time working onsite will be determined in partnership with your leader.

At Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibility. And the bonds we form - with our customers and with each other -- propel us all higher, again and again.

Apply now and be part of the team that's redefining aerospace, every day.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.

The salary range for this role is 186,200 USD - 353,800 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays.

Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.

Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company's performance.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act.