Responsible for driving customer acquisition and developing strategic partnerships within the aerospace and defense sectors.

About the Company

Sanav Aerodef Private Limited focuses on establishing world-class manufacturing capabilities in precision machining, aerospace-grade components, defense systems manufacturing, and advanced engineering solutions. The company caters to various sectors including defense, aerospace, space, high-precision engineering, and critical industrial applications with a mission to become a trusted manufacturing partner for India’s advanced engineering programs.

Role Overview

We are seeking an ambitious and technically adept Business Development Manager who will spearhead customer acquisition efforts and cultivate strategic partnerships within the aerospace, defense, space, and precision engineering ecosystem. The chosen candidate would possess a strong grasp of B2B industrial sales, and relevant experience in the engineering/manufacturing sectors is essential. This role will necessitate close collaboration with OEMs, procurement teams, and private sector manufacturers, to tap into business potential effectively.

Key Responsibilities

• Business Development & Sales Growth
  Identify new business opportunities in aerospace, defense, and precision engineering sectors. Generate inquiries and establish a robust project pipeline for machining and manufacturing opportunities. Drive revenue growth through strategic account acquisition and long-term partnerships, while developing annual sales plans that align with company objectives.

• Technical Sales & Customer Development
  Analyze customer drawings, manufacturing requirements, and technical specifications. Work alongside production and engineering teams to determine feasibility and cost assessments. Showcase manufacturing capabilities encompassing CNC machining, precision engineering, metallurgy, and materials expertise. Manage RFQ processes, quotations, and engage in commercial negotiations.

• Market Intelligence
  Track upcoming defense and aerospace programs in India while monitoring supplier opportunities within the defense procurement ecosystem. Identify vendor registration possibilities with OEMs and Tier-1 suppliers and keep tabs on competitor capabilities and industry trends.

• Strategic Partnerships
  Forge partnerships within aerospace and defense ecosystems. Develop export opportunities in aerospace manufacturing supply chains while participating in industry exhibitions, conferences, and vendor development programs.

Tech Stack

• CNC Machining
• Precision Engineering
• Metallurgy
• Advanced Materials Expertise
• Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems (implied through procurement and operational processes)

Compensation

Competitive salary ₹40,000 - ₹45,000 per month + performance-linked incentives based on business generated.
Work location: In person, with travel across India.

• 5–10 years experience in B2B industrial sales / business development
• Background in aerospace, defence manufacturing, precision machining, industrial engineering, or automotive/heavy engineering
• Strong understanding of technical drawings, manufacturing processes, and engineering products
• Experience handling enterprise or government accounts preferred
• Strong negotiation and relationship management skills
• Ability to travel extensively for customer meetings and business development

• Competitive salary
• Performance-linked incentives based on business generated
• Opportunity to work in a fast-growing company in the aerospace and defense sector