Date Posted:2026-06-02Country:United KingdomLocation:Winnersh, WokinghamPosition Role Type:UnspecifiedJoining Collins Aerospace isn’t just about finding a job; it’s about embarking on a journey to redefine the future of aerospace technology. Collins Aerospace, an RTX company, is a leader in technolo
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Senior Defence Business Development Manager - Europe
Job Description:

Date Posted:

2026-06-02

Country:

United Kingdom

Location:

Winnersh, Wokingham

Position Role Type:

Unspecified

Joining Collins Aerospace isn’t just about finding a job; it’s about embarking on a journey to redefine the future of aerospace technology. 

Collins Aerospace, an RTX company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defence industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio, and expertise to solve customers’ toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global spanet.  

With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global spanet. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defence.

This is a great opportunity to work in our Business Development team to support and impact our clients directly.

Join Our Team!

What you will do 

  • Define and execute regional strategy across Europe, aligning with global business objectives and growth targets.  

  • Hold full accountability for regional prospecting, opportunity conversions, and pursuit consumption choice 

  • Identify, develop, and convert new business opportunities via OVR process across all SBUs and sustainment; build and maintain a strong pipeline to drive sustainable revenue expansion.  

  • Establish and nurture senior-level relationships with customers, partners, government entities, and strategic stakeholders to strengthen long-term partnerships.  

  • Support the Strategy Development team in exploring spanet entry and expansion strategies and established spanets, leveraging local insights and competitive intelligence.  

  • Foster a results-driven and collaborative culture across geographies.  

  • Act as the senior regional representative of the organization, leading executive engagements, negotiations, and high-value deal closures.  

  • Ensure effective execution of business operations, governance, compliance, and risk management across diverse regulatory environments.  

  • Collaborate with SBUs and central functions to ensure seamless execution of regional initiatives.  

  • Build and leverage strategic partnerships, distributors, and local networks to enhance spanet presence and delivery capability.  

  • Monitor spanet trends, competitor activity, and geopolitical factors to inform Strategy Development team and maintain a strong competitive edge.  

  • Provide regular performance updates, strategic insights, and recommendations to senior leadership

What you will learn  

  • To exceed in a fast paced and innovative environment

  • To thrive in a matrixed organization

  • Industry and company specific knowledge and expertise

Experience & Skills  

  • Proven success as a Business Development Manager, with a consistent track record of exceeding sales and revenue targets.

  • A background working directly with defence contracts and clients, professional knowledge of defence and industry landscape.

  • Customer-focused professional with a consultative approach to identifying needs and delivering tailored solutions.

  • Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills, with demonstrated expertise in managing and leading complex sales cycles.

  • Highly analytical, with the ability to forecast accurately, monitor performance, and provide data-driven insights.

  • Experienced in financial and project management, ensuring effective planning, execution, and delivery of business objectives.

  • EU Based with current working status

  • Ability to travel up to 25 when required

Certifications   

  • BS/BA degree in a Business or equivalent experience

What we Offer you 

  • 25 days Annual Leave + Public Holidays + Purchase more option 

  • Attractive Compensation & Bonus Scheme

  • Professional Development & Growth 

  • Support with professional fees 

  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 

  • Healthcare benefits (including a healthcare cash plan) 

  • Staff Discounts 

  • Work/Life Balance & Wellness Programs 

  • Employee Recognition & Referral Bonuses 

  • Death in Service Benefit 

  • Generous Employer Contribution to Pension Scheme 

RTX adheres to the principles of equal employment. All qualified applications will be given careful consideration without regard to ethnicity, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation or identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.  

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Company Details
Collins Aerospace
777 S. Flagler Drive
Suite 1800
West Palm Beach, Florida 33401 USA
www.collinsaerospace.com/
751 Open Jobs Available
Collins Aerospace, a unit of United Technologies Corp. (NYSE: UTX), is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Created in 2018, by bringing together UTC Aerospace Systems and Rockwell...

Benefits:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
Company-paid winter holiday shutdown for most locations
Generous 401(k) plan that matches 62.5 percent of the first 8 percent of eligible compensation you contribute (or 5 percent if you save 8 percent)
An Incentive Pay Plan based upon company performance
Tuition reimbursement

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Job Info
Location
West Palm Beach, Florida, United States
Type
Permanent
Company Details
Collins Aerospace
777 S. Flagler Drive
Suite 1800
West Palm Beach, Florida 33401 USA
www.collinsaerospace.com/
751 Open Jobs Available
Collins Aerospace, a unit of United Technologies Corp. (NYSE: UTX), is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Created in 2018, by bringing together UTC Aerospace Systems and Rockwell...

Benefits:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
Company-paid winter holiday shutdown for most locations
Generous 401(k) plan that matches 62.5 percent of the first 8 percent of eligible compensation you contribute (or 5 percent if you save 8 percent)
An Incentive Pay Plan based upon company performance
Tuition reimbursement

And more

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