IDM Business Area Lead Job in Herndon, Virginia US

ITT Exelis is Powered By Ingenuity, which is the hallmark of our business, products and people. We provide innovative solutions in the areas of command, control, communications, computers, intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance (C4ISR). Working at ITT Exelis, you will join the ranks of 20,000 employees serving our customers around the globe. At ITT Exelis, our workplace culture encourages a spirit of adventure and encompasses a can-do attitude. We place emphasis on building and sustaining a diverse workforce which is inclusive of different perspectives and varied business, academic, cultural and social backgrounds.
Broad Function: Reports to the VP, Center for Innovation and Technology Development serving ITT-Exelis GS Geospatial Systems senior leadership through the strategic development and transition of the Innovation Center IDM Project to an operational business area.

Essential Accountabilities (Specific Outcomes the role has to deliver):
* Guide strategic development of the Innovation Center IDM Project into a formal ITT Exelis Offering
* Transition the IDM Project to an operational business area
* Direct investment into the development of the IDM offering; including but not limited to B+P, S+EP, IRAD, capital, and outside investment if required
* Lead execution of team performance to meet IDM Product release and customer demonstration date commitments
* Coordinates IDM offering development across all ITT Exelis Divisions (ES, IS, MS and GS) and throughout all the GS Business Areas and functional organizations
* Drives strategic/tactical business development efforts including lead generation, opportunity identification, proposal preparation, and contract closure
* Responsible for Offering Migration and Component Migration Strategies including periodic financial reviews and monthly portfolio and product development reviews

Essential Functions/Responsibilities:
* Defines, launches, and drives mission-critical strategic financial and operational initiatives in the core IDM client programs
* Responsible for the development of the technology roadmap that enables continued competitive advantage over the lifetime of products/services
* Responsible for identifying opportunities and securing business associated with the IDM offering and manages the business development process by leading proposals
* Responsible for complex program management tasks and development of standards and processes for scheduling, administration, and accounting
* Provides thought leadership to project analyses and process improvement activities
* Matrix manages directors/managers from multiple departments to accomplish interdepartmental initiatives
* Responsible for driving recommendations through to implementation
* Communicates effectively with a wide variety of technical and non-technical audiences
* Identifies, analyzes and defines project/program requirements and scope
* Exercises broadly delegated authority for planning, directing, coordinating, administering, and executing many routine and complex projects/programs
* Defines, acquires, and allocates budget, staff, and other resources necessary to accomplish the goals and/or objectives of the program group/function
* Interviews, selects and trains staff to provide quality results for the organization as needed
* Develops performance plans and evaluations of employees, including subordinate supervisors as well as reviews evaluations to assure equity of individual employee performance objectives, standards and ratings among lower level staff/groups
Required:
* Demonstrated successful performance in interpreting technology and market trends in support of business development and management in commercial and defense markets; required 7-plus years' experience
* Previous financial P/L responsibility required
* Previous GM/Director of Operations/Engineering/Programs and/or with a technology discipline
* Must have strong strategic skill set with the ability to oversee business development, financial reviews, and profit/loss statements for global offerings. Experience and knowledge with current and emerging technologies is a must
* Position is based in Herndon, VA or Bloomfield NJ; 50% travel anticipated
* BS required
* Must be able to obtain for a US Security clearance
* MBA desired; preferably in a technical disciplineEEO Statement

We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace that values and supports the contributions of each individual. This commitment along with our common Vision and Values of Respect, Responsibility, and Integrity, allows us to leverage differences, encourage innovation and expand our success in the global marketplace. ITT Exelis is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. M/F/D/V