CORPORATE DIRECTOR BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT 2
Huntington Ingalls

Job Info

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Req ID: 39275
Team: N359 GOVT AFFAIRS
Entity: HII Corporate Office

US Citizenship Required for this Position: Yes

Full-Time
Shift: 1st
Relocation: Relocation assistance will be available
Virtual/Telework Opportunity: Yes - Occasional or hybrid telework available

Travel Requirement: Yes, 10%-25% of the time

Meet HII's Corporate Team
HII's corporate team is responsible for providing strategic direction across technological and business disciplines, including accounting, finance, human resources, sales, operations, business development, legal, sustainability, communications, information technology, security, and more. In service of our employees, leaders, customers, and shareholders, we have the privilege of supporting thousands of colleagues across the entire business. Find the role that's right for you. Apply today. We look forward to meeting you.

The Role

HII has an opening for a Director of Customer Relations. The role serves as the Corporate Director, Government Customer Relations (Mission Technologies Portfolio) located in Arlington, VA and reports to the HII Corporate Vice President, Customer Relations (MT Portfolio). The Director will play a meaningful role in supporting HII's rapid growth by coordinating government and customer relations activities focused on the Intelligence Community (IC) and Department of Defense (DoD) and related public policy issues. The successful candidate will possess the ability to work independently as well as collaboratively; be both strategic and accountable for detailed follow-through; and be capable of working successfully in an entrepreneurial, highly collaborative, and fast-moving global organization.

Primary responsibility is to serve as liaison between HII's Mission Technologies (MT) Division and Customer stakeholders aligned to the Mission Technologies capability areas. Responsibilities include:

• Engage with MT business units and their customers on all matters related to the MT Business Unit areas including C5ISR, EW/Space/Cyber, Nuclear and Environmental Group, Live Virtual Constructive training, Unmanned Systems and Fleet Sustainment.
• Coordinate federal government relations activities, with a focus on the DOD and Intelligence Community, working closely with MT leadership and others, as well as identify and help to develop opportunities for MT through appropriate strategic engagement with government organizations.
• Analyze and communicate budget and regulatory developments that are relevant to MT's present and future business lines, and advocate for government policies that are consistent with MT's growth strategy and corporate priorities.
• Meet with customers and members of the defense industry sector to develop market insight into requirements, acquisition strategy, acquisition timing, and contract vehicle choices.
• Assist with translating MT priorities into government planning and budgeting, and support translation of MT priorities and activities into results that satisfy the customer, as well as support/participate in major tradeshows (AFCEA, Sea Air Space, I/ITSEC, etc).

Must Have

Bachelors degree in a relevant discipline (or the equivalent in education, training and experience), plus a minimum of 10 years of applicable, progressive professional and/or supervisory work experience; Master's degree and 8 years relevant experience.

Nice to Have

• Establish relationships with relevant customer communities within the DoD and IC market environment.
• Demonstrate strong existing relationships with relevant senior National Security and IC officials.
• Firm understanding of the Federal Government budget, investments and acquisition processes and participation in government procurements.
• Deep and broad experience in relevant MT Business Unit areas
• Experience in IC and DoD Acquisition with a preference to three letter agencies, USA, USAF, USSF, and USMC programs.
• Experience in DoD and IC Budget development; an understanding of relevant Planning, Programming, Budgeting System.
• Held a Major Command, or Major Command equivalent position in the USA, USAF, USMC or IC.
• Master's degree and 8 years relevant experience.

Why HII
We build the world's most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. HII's diverse workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.

Recognized as one of America's top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people's safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you'll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.

Working at HII is more than a job - it's an opportunity to build a future. We offer comprehensive benefits including: medical, prescription drug, dental and vision plan choices, on-site health centers, tele-medicine, wellness resources, employee assistance programs, savings plan options (401K), financial education and planning tools, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, employee discounts, early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships, and more. Some benefits may vary depending on your specific division or work location.

Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.

Today's challenges are bigger than ever, and the nation needs the best of us. It's why we're focused on hiring, developing and nurturing our diversity. We believe that diversity among our workforce strengthens the organization, stimulates creativity, promotes the exchange of ideas and enriches the work lives of all our employees.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law. U.S. Citizenship may be required for certain positions.

Do You Need Assistance?
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to buildyourcareer@hii-co.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail address.

Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance.

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