FAA Business Development Manager

Description As part of the Leidos Transportation Solutions (TS) Growth Office and Business Development (BD) team is looking for an experienced BD professional with significant  domain expertise and experience with the US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and related Air Traffic technologies.This individual will utilize their relationship network and experience to affect business growth and expansion in Air Traffic Management (ATM) and related domestic markets for Leidos.  The role includes:Pipeline Development and Market ResearchStrategy Development and Relationship ManagementBid Qualification and Competitive IntelligenceSupporting Capture Management and Proposal ActivitiesAccount Management Leadership for current Leidos TS programs with the FAAThis position offers the opportunity to become an active member of highly visible and strategic team.  Our Transportation Solutions team of over 1500 professionals are the leading provider of ATM automation solutions for the FAA - delivering successful programs for over 65 years.  In addition to the primary focus of the role, you will benefit from exposure to other customers, markets, and technologies across the Leidos corporation.Primary Responsibilities:Develop and execute plans for securing knowledge and understanding of the FAA customer's requirements, issues, and needs during the pursuit and capture phasesDevelop the opportunity pipeline through the identification and qualification of new business opportunities.  Areas of focus include Air Traffic Management, Communications, Navigation, Surveillance, New Airspace Operations (Advanced Air Mobility and Commercial Space), and other FAA solutions and services.Serve as primary interface with the FAA - executing interactions with customers to develop customer relationships and understandingLead the development and delivery of presentations, white papers, RFI responses, and other marketing artifacts as requiredParticipate in the entire capture process, including proposal development - activities include opportunity gate reviews, competitive intelligence assessments, collaboration sessions, and relevant proposal reviewsActively contribute to TS strategy development, communication and marketing activities, market analysis and competitive assessment, and partnership/teaming effortsSupport internal processes for BD operations to manage budgets, pipeline, and strategyQualifications:Bachelor's degree in related field of study with 15+ years of experience OR master's degree with 13+ years experienceSignificant experience corporate business development and capture processes with FAA opportunitiesDemonstrated experience and understanding of air traffic management technologies and operationsOutstanding written and verbal communication skills with external and internal teams and stakeholdersDemonstrated leadership abilities and skills that foster teamworkEnergy, enthusiasm, and competitive edgeFlexibility and ability to work under pressureWillingness to continually learn and growDue to nature of the role, U.S. citizenship is required.Preferred Qualifications:Major in Business, Marketing, STEM or related disciplineProgram execution experience in engineering and/or program management of ATM-related programs with the FAA and/or other Air Navigation Service ProvidersExperience and/or understanding of international business and/or culture, including commercial procurements and contractsBased in Washington, DC metropolitan areaCome break things (in a good way). Then build them smarter.We're the tech company everyone calls when things get weird. We don't wear capes (they're a safety hazard), but we do solve high-stakes problems with code, caffeine, and a healthy disregard for how it's always been done. Original Posting:December 22, 2025For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.Pay Range:Pay Range $154,050.00 - $278,475.00The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.About LeidosLeidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit .Pay and BenefitsPay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. 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