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Job description
The Business Development Director is responsible for developing and executing the global rotorcraft business development strategy for Aviation Blade Services (ABS) and Heliblade International (HBI). The role is primarily focused on growing revenue through rotor blade overhaul, repair, composite repair, engineering services, exchange programs, and military/commercial rotorcraft sustainment solutions. As helicopter customers often require broader sustainment support, the position will also identify opportunities that leverage complementary capabilities within AAMSI and other First Aviation businesses within AMETEK MRO, providing integrated solutions that add value to rotorcraft operators.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and execute the global business development strategy for ABS and Heliblade.
Identify and pursue new opportunities across military, commercial, EMS, offshore, utility, forestry, firefighting and law enforcement helicopter markets.
Develop relationships with DoD, FMS operators, Ministries of Defense, OEMs, helicopter operators and MRO facilities worldwide.
Promote rotor blade overhaul, composite repair, engineering services, exchange programs and technical training.
Lead proposal development and pricing with Engineering, Operations, Quality and Finance.
Represent the company at trade shows and customer meetings globally.
Deliver market intelligence on fleet trends, competitors and modernization programs.
Identify cross-selling opportunities that leverage complementary First Aviation capabilities and strategic partners.
Lead weekly business development pipeline reviews.
Preferred Qualifications
10 years of aerospace or helicopter business development experience.
Strong knowledge of military and commercial rotorcraft sustainment.
Experience with government/FMS programs preferred.
Excellent communication, negotiation and presentation skills.
Willingness to travel domestically & internationally
Military service background preferred
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook); ability to quickly learn and navigate BD tools and databases.
Target Customers
Military operators and Foreign Military Sales (FMS) customers
Firefighting, forestry, EMS, offshore, utility and VIP operators
Commercial helicopter operators
Helicopter MRO facilities
OEMs and prime contractors
Government agencies
Education/Experience/Other Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in business, Engineering, Aerospace, or a related field (advanced degree preferred)
U.S. citizenship is required.
Pre-employment drug screening and background check required.
Travel within the U.S. and internationally will be required as part of the role.
About Abs & Hbi
Aviation Blade Services (ABS), based in Kissimmee, Florida, and Heliblade International, based in Anderson, California, provide helicopter rotor blades, dynamic components, composite repair, overhaul, engineering, and product support services for military and commercial aerospace customers worldwide. Both companies are First Aviation subsidiaries within AMETEK MRO.
About Aamsi
Associated Aircraft Manufacturing & Sales, Inc. (AAMSI), based in Fort Lauderdale, FL, has served military and commercial aerospace customers since 1953. As a long-standing U.S. Department of Defense contractor, AAMSI provides engineering, manufacturing, repair, and product support across a wide range of aerospace platforms.
ABS, Heliblade & AAMSI are a First Aviation subsidiaries within Ametek MRO, alongside:
Aerospace Turbine Rotables, Inc. — Wichita, KS
Piedmont Propulsion Systems, LLC — Winston-Salem, NC
Saint Technologies, Inc (Reallock) — Winston-Salem, NC
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Compensation
Employee Type: Salaried
Currency: USD
Salary Minimum: 140,000
Salary Maximum: 180,000
Incentive: Yes
Disclaimer: Where a specific pay range is noted, it is a good faith estimate at the time of this posting. The actual salary offered will be based on experience, skills, qualifications, market / business considerations, and geographic location.
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AMETEK, Inc. is a leading global provider of industrial technology solutions serving a diverse set of attractive niche markets with annual sales over $7.5 billion.
AMETEK is committed to making a safer, sustainable, and more productive world a reality. We use differentiated technology solutions to solve our customers’ most complex challenges. We employ 22,000 colleagues, in 35 countries, that are grounded by our core values: Ethics and Integrity, Respect for the Individual, Inclusion, Teamwork, and Social Responsibility. AMETEK is a component of the S&P 500. Visit for more information.
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