Dayton-Granger, Inc. · 1 month ago
Aerospace Business Development Engineer
Fort Lauderedale, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expDayton-Granger, Inc. is a third-generation, family-owned aerospace manufacturer specializing in antennas and lightning protection systems for commercial and military aircraft. They are seeking an Aerospace Business Development Engineer to drive new business opportunities, engage customers, and represent the company's technical capabilities through extensive travel and relationship-building.
AerospaceElectronicsLightingManufacturing
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Develop and advance a qualified pipeline of customer leads and business opportunities within military, aerospace, and aviation markets
Proactively identify and engage prospective customers through direct outreach, industry networking, and frequent on-site visits
Serve as a customer-facing technical representative, leading early-stage discussions to communicate Dayton-Granger’s product portfolio and engineering capabilities
Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with existing and potential customers through regular engagement and in-person interaction
Travel extensively to support prioritized customer meetings, trade shows, and industry events (domestic and limited international travel)
Represent DG at trade shows and conferences, supporting booth presence, technical discussions, and customer networking
Provide early-stage technical support and coordination during opportunity capture and program development
Prepare and deliver customer-facing technical presentations, product briefings, marketing materials, and trade show content
Maintain accurate documentation of leads, opportunities, customer interactions, and follow-up actions; provide timely reporting
Collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering, Business Development, Marketing, and other internal teams to support product positioning and business growth
Perform additional tasks as assigned by management
Follow all DG safety, quality, and compliance procedures
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering (Master's Degree strongly preferred)
Minimum of 10 years of professional experience in RF engineering, RF systems engineering, antenna systems, or a closely related aerospace or defense technical role
Strong working knowledge of antenna parameters, RF performance characteristics, and aerospace/aviation industry terminology
Proven ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly and effectively to customers, program stakeholders, and internal teams
Strong verbal and technical writing skills, including customer-facing and program-related documentation
Proficiency in PowerPoint, including development and delivery of professional, customer-facing technical presentations
Ability to represent DG's products and technical capabilities with credibility and professionalism in customer meetings, site visits, and trade show environments
Willingness and ability to travel extensively (minimum of 18 weeks per calendar year)
Valid U.S. passport or ability to obtain one prior to start date
U.S. Citizenship required due to access to technical data subject to U.S. Government contract restrictions
Ability to travel internationally in compliance with ITAR and EAR regulations
English fluency (written & verbal)
Benefits
Affordable comprehensive insurance coverage (Medical, Dental, Vision)
401(k) match with immediate vesting
Complimentary Life Insurance with option for supplemental coverage
PTO and Paid Holidays
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
Tuition Reimbursement
Mental Health Benefits
Paid Parental Leave
Excellent work-life balance
Dynamic and collaborative work environment
Access to cutting-edge technology and resources
Length of Service / Milestone Anniversary Gifts
Team Building Activities
On-Site Gym
Company
Dayton-Granger, Inc.
DAYTON-GRANGER, INC.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Bryan Hendricks, CPA, CGMA
Chief Financial Officer
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