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Mission Technologies, a division of HII · 2 days ago

Director of AUKUS Programs (Dir Programs 1) - 25628

Newport News, VA

Full-time

Hybrid

Director/Executive

$157K/yr - $240K/yr

12+ years exp

Mission Technologies, a division of HII, is seeking a senior leader as the Director of AUKUS Programs to establish and grow their business presence in Australia and the United Kingdom. This role will involve setting strategic direction, building market entry and growth plans, and driving execution to achieve international business expansion goals.

Defense & Space

Responsibilities

Define and execute the strategic vision for building and expanding our Australian and U.K. businesses, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives

Identify, pursue, and capture new business in Australian and U.K. markets; lead efforts to penetrate and grow within targeted customer segments (government, defense, commercial, etc.)

Develop and implement go-to-market strategies, including regulatory, contractual, and operational considerations unique to the Australian and U.K. markets

Build and maintain trusted relationships with key government agencies, industry partners, and customers to establish credibility and secure growth opportunities

Establish the organizational and operational structure for our Australia and U.K. entities, including future hiring, compliance, and infrastructure

Partner with U.S. and global leadership teams on strategy, resourcing, and long-term planning. Act as the primary bridge between corporate and our Australian and U.K. operations

Recruit, mentor, and lead a high-performing team as the business scales

Qualification

Business DevelopmentMarket Entry StrategiesLeadership ExperiencePMP CertificationInternational Business ExperienceRelationship ManagementExecutive PresenceCommunication Skills

Required

10 years relevant progressive experience with Bachelors in related field; or 8 years relevant progressive experience with Masters in related field

12+ years of proven leadership experience in business development, market entry, and general management, within large multi-national companies, preferably with defense, government services, or high-growth technology/engineering sectors

Proven track record of successfully launching or scaling new markets, divisions, and international operations in Australia and U.K

Strong understanding of the Australian and U.K. business, government, and regulatory environment

Proven ability to develop strategic partnerships and drive large-scale growth initiatives in Australia and U.K

Exceptional communication, relationship management, and executive presence