Saab · 4 days ago
Head of Strategy and Growth, Land Systems
Washington, DC
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$246K/yr - $332K/yr
15+ years expSaab is a leading defense and security company dedicated to ensuring safety and security for nations. The Head of Strategy and Growth for the Land Systems division will lead strategic planning and portfolio management, focusing on aligning product roadmaps with customer needs and market dynamics.
AerospaceAutomotiveInformation TechnologyManufacturingNational SecuritySecurity
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Lead the development and execution of divisional strategy, ensuring product portfolio alignment with customer needs and corporate objectives
Manage the division’s product portfolio, including lifecycle strategy, performance evaluation, and prioritization of strategic initiatives
Conduct market, customer, and competitive analyses to inform product and investment decisions
Collaborate with product, engineering, finance, and operations teams to translate customer requirements into actionable strategies and product plans
Support the Divisional VP in identifying, qualifying, shaping and capturing new growth opportunities, partnerships, and M&A opportunities
Serve as lead liaison with industry partners to shape and capture new business opportunities
Serve as interface with key internal stakeholders, including Skapa, Strategy Office, Business Development, and Saab Dynamics
Lead a team of technical engineering and marketing and sales professionals to ensure that the capability development, market shaping, customer engagement, and capture elements of the Land Systems growth strategy are integrated and resources
Align with colleagues from Programs, Business Development, Government Relations and Communications to ensure development and execution of growth strategy
Foster a strategic mindset across the division and drive alignment on key priorities and initiatives
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field
15+ years of experience in strategic planning, product management, or portfolio management, preferably within aerospace and defense
Strong understanding of market dynamics and competitive landscape in the land systems space
Experience leading teams and driving cross-functional collaboration in complex, global matrix environments
Proven track record to developing and executing product and industry teaming strategies that drive business and technology growth and operational efficiency
Demonstrated success developing and executing end-to-end strategic campaigns and capture plans
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
Travel is expected to support customer engagement, market analysis, and internal strategic alignment
Strategic system-level thinker with a customer-focused approach
Strong business acumen and financial/market analysis capability
Leadership presence; able to influence executive and senior stakeholder levels
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities in a complex environment
Must be a U.S. citizen
Applicants selected may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information
Candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screen
Preferred
MBA or advanced degree preferred
Benefits
Medical, vision, and dental insurance for employees and dependents
Generous paid time off, including 8 designated holidays
401(k) with employer contributions
Tuition assistance and student loan assistance
Wellness and employee assistance resources
Employee stock purchase opportunities
Short-term and long-term disability coverage
Company
Saab
Saab serves the global market with products, services, and solutions from military defence to civil security. It is a sub-organization of Investor.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$150.43MKey Investors
Nordic Investment BankVinnovaCanada's Ocean Supercluster
2025-12-18Post Ipo Debt· $129.04M
2024-10-29Grant· $0.17M
2023-04-21Grant· $11.1M
Leadership Team
Micael Johansson
President & CEO
Anders Skeppstedt
Product Manager Gripen E/F
Recent News
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