General Manager, Warfighter

General Manager, Warfighter

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Location

Simsbury, CT

Reports to

President

Industry

Aerospace & Defense

Experience Level

Senior Executive

Opportunity

We’re seeking a dynamic General Manager – Warfighter Segment to lead one of EBAD’s most strategically significant business units. This role carries full P&L responsibility, overseeing program, operations, and engineering execution, customer relationships, and long-term strategy. The General Manager will partner closely with the President, and senior leadership to deliver profitable growth, operational excellence, and a culture grounded in our core values.

Core Competencies for Success

• Leadership Excellence:
Inspires trust, develops talent, and builds high-performing teams.

• P&L Ownership:
Proven ability to lead a full profit & loss statement with accountability for growth, margin, delivering to customer demand, and ROI.

• Commercial Acumen:
Customer-centric mindset with demonstrated ability to align business growth with customer success.

• Change Leadership:
Experienced in leading transformation in complex environments, embedding durable improvements.

• Program Execution & Customer Focus:
Track record of winning and delivering complex aerospace and defense programs on time and budget.

• Regulatory & Contract Knowledge:
Deep familiarity with ITAR, FAR/DFAR, and government/commercial contracts (CPFF, FFP, etc.).

• Technical Literacy:
Ability to credibly engage with engineering, customers, and suppliers on system-level tradeoffs and business impact.

• Stakeholder Agility:
Skilled at navigating across internal/external stakeholder groups, geographies, and political landscapes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, or Business; MBA preferred.

• 15+ years of aerospace & defense leadership experience, with increasing scope and responsibility.

• Demonstrated success leading P&L or large program portfolios.

• Strong understanding of regulated defense environments and compliance requirements.

• Experience driving growth strategies while ensuring flawless execution.

• Collaborative, inclusive leadership style aligned with EBAD’s values.

Leadership Opportunity

• Impact:
Lead a strategically important EBAD business segment with direct influence on company growth and customer mission success.

• Visibility:
Work directly with the Interim President, CEO, and executive leadership team in a high-profile role.

• Legacy:
Carry forward EBAD’s 188-year tradition of innovation and service to those who serve, while building for the future.

• Culture of Excellence:
Thrive in a people-first, entrepreneurial environment committed to integrity, trust, and continuous improvement.

Compensation and Rewards

Base Salary: $225,000–$275,000

Executive Relocation:
Comprehensive support for a seamless transition

Additional Enhancements:
Potential sign-on incentives and tailored rewards based on experience

We offer a competitive compensation package aligned with skills & experience, with flexibility to reward top talent and extraordinary qualifications.

Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, national origin, or veteran status.

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