Business Development Manager - Aerospace & Defense DuPont Vespel | United States (Remote)

September 7, 2026

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At DuPont, our purpose is to empower the world with essential innovations to thrive. From clean water solutions to advanced materials powering everyday technologies, we work on what matters most-and we're looking for top talent to join us.

About Vespel

DuPont Vespel delivers high-performance parts and shapes designed for extreme environments where traditional materials fail. Used across aerospace, defense, semiconductor, and industrial markets, Vespel solutions offer superior durability, low friction, and long-term cost efficiency.

The Role

DuPont's Vespel business is seeking a Business Development Manager to drive growth across key Aerospace & Defense accounts.

In this role, you will partner across marketing, engineering, and operations to expand customer relationships, identify new opportunities, and grow the portfolio.

Location: Remote (U.S.-based) with flexibility nationwide; preferred locations include CT, DC, MD, TX, FL, or OH
Travel: Ability to travel up to 50%

What You'll Do

Build and expand relationships with A&D OEMs, defense contractors, and U.S. Government (DoD) stakeholders
Identify, qualify, and capture new business opportunities
Analyze customer needs and define solutions to address capability gaps
Lead customer engagement and strategic capture plans
Support product and technology roadmap development

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree required (Engineering or related field preferred)
10+ years of experience in commercial and/or military aerospace
Strong industry expertise and established customer network
Experience analyzing DoD/customer requirements and identifying technical solutions
Proven ability to develop and execute strategy
Self-starter with strong organizational and multitasking skills
Willingness to travel up to 50%

Preferred Qualifications

Background in materials science or engineering
Strong technical acumen and ability to translate complex information into solutions
Experience with U.S. Government acquisition processes (DoD, AFRL, NASA)
Track record of closing deals and driving projects to completion
Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills

Why DuPont

Join a company where innovation meets impact. At DuPont, you'll work alongside talented teams solving real-world challenges across global industries.

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