Huntsville, AL, USA | Salary | Full Time JHNA is currently seeking an accomplished and visionary Business Development Lead to lead enterprise-level technical strategy and program execution to expand our Digital Engineering capabilities and customer base. The role combines deep technical expertise with high-level client engagement and internal team leadership. This senior-level position is ideal for a seasoned leader with a passion for Digital Engineering, MOSA, MBSE, and mission systems integration who is eager to grow JHNA's footprint and deliver mission-critical value to our customers. Roles/Responsibilities: Technical Leadership & Execution + Serve as a technical leader on major government contracts focused on avionics integration, open system architecture, and digital engineering. + Guide clients on implementing MOSA, MBSE, and lifecycle-adaptable + Lead or advise complex integration efforts, SILs, and open cockpit + Act as Subject Matter Expert for Avionics Systems, Mission Systems, and Digital + Support the JHNA VP of Huntsville and the JHNA CTO in developing and delivering innovative Digital Engineering solution Business Development & Strategy + Establish and grow trusted relationships with clients including: + Army Aviation: PEO Aviation, AVMC, PM Fixed Wing, PM UAS, PM AMSA, PM UH/CH/AH + Navy Aviation: NAVAIR + Other DoD and Joint Digital Engineering clients + Drive capture strategies, white paper development, and solution architecture for + Represent JHNA at technical conferences (e.g., AAAA, MOSA Summit, CABAIL) and industry-government collaboration forums. + Contribute to shaping JHNA's enterprise strategy in digital transformation and Team and Capability Development + Mentor and grow a multi-disciplinary team focused on Digital Engineering, MBSE, and avionics systems. + Support the creation of lab environments and architecture integration labs similar to CABAIL or AIC. + Support workforce development aligned with JHNA's engineering excellence Required Qualifications: + Bachelors Degree in an Engineering Discipline + Active or recently held DoD Secret security clearance (Top Secret preferred). + 15+ years of experience in Army Aviation, NAVAIR, or related defense sectors with a strong focus on avionics, MOSA, and MBSE. + Proven leadership of multidisciplinary teams in both technical delivery and strategy + Experience with system architecture governance frameworks and digital thread + Active or recently held DoD Secret security clearance (Top Secret preferred). Preferred Qualifications: + Prior leadership within or close coordination with PEO AVN, NAVAIR, or AvMC S&T + Demonstrated success in leading collaborative efforts across Army, Navy, Air Force, and Joint agencies.