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General Manager, Warfighter

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $225,000.00 - $275,000.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

competitive salary
Executive relocation support
Sign-on Incentives
Comprehensive benefits package
opportunities for professional growth
inclusive work culture
performance bonuses

Job Description

Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company (EBAD) stands as a premier innovator in the aerospace and defense industry, boasting nearly two centuries of cutting-edge technological advancements. Founded on a rich heritage spanning 188 years, EBAD is deeply committed to creating mission-critical solutions that protect lives, support space exploration, and fortify national security. The company’s workforce is its greatest asset, composed of passionate professionals dedicated to pioneering dynamic and energy-efficient technologies that propel humanity into the future. EBAD is known for fostering a culture of integrity, trust, and continuous improvement, where employees are empowered to make an impact and collaborate in an... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering or business
  • Fifteen plus years of aerospace and defense leadership experience
  • Experience leading profit and loss or large program portfolios
  • Deep understanding of regulated defense environments and compliance
  • Demonstrated success driving growth strategies
  • Ability to lead in a collaborative and inclusive manner
  • Willingness to work at the Simsbury, CT location

Job Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Business
  • MBA preferred
  • Minimum 15 years of aerospace and defense leadership experience
  • Proven success managing P&L and large program portfolios
  • Strong knowledge of regulated defense environments and compliance
  • Experience in driving growth strategies and operational execution
  • Collaborative and inclusive leadership style

Job Duties

  • Lead all aspects of the Warfighter business segment including strategy development and execution
  • Oversee profit and loss responsibility ensuring growth and operational excellence
  • Manage program execution, engineering, and operational teams
  • Build and maintain strong customer relationships and partnerships
  • Ensure compliance with ITAR, FAR/DFAR, and government/commercial contract requirements
  • Drive cultural alignment with EBAD core values and foster a high-performance team environment
  • Collaborate with executive leadership to align business objectives with company vision

Job Qualifications

Experience

Expert Level (7+ years)

Job Location

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