8 business development manager jobs found

Description Responsible for supporting and advancing SME's mission in alignment with the organization's strategic goals and objectives. The Project Manager oversees and engages SME MI-WPC programs - including the planning, development, and execution of initiatives such as events (in person and virtual), publications, media/digital programs, reports, and forums. The Project Manager manages multiple concurrent projects and coordinates with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring defined outcomes are delivered on time and in scope t This position requires a high level of independence and the ability to manage multiple projects that involve diverse internal and external stakeholders with accountability for deliverables, timelines and budgets. This role specifically requires managing and supporting SME's MI-WPC initiatives through development and execution of program strategies and providing operational and coordination support to ensure successful outcomes and alignment with...

Description T he Group Director, Events play a critical role in developing creative and strategic event solutions for SME Events. These individuals are integral SME Events leaders with responsibility for developing and mentoring their teams. The Group Director, Events is accountable for leading event strategy and the overall delivery of their assigned group portfolio. This position will lead and manage a team of individuals and collaborate with cross-functional event teams to deliver on strategic event outcomes. This role is accountable and responsible for event strategy, event team execution and the oversight of all aspects of event delivery, including financials. The Group Director, Events will work under the direction of the events team's Senior Leadership in collaboration with the Event Operations and Marketing functional leaders to ensure teams utilize standardized processes and tools, always looking to optimize staff performance. A seasoned leader who enjoys a fast-paced...

Description Responsible for providing both strategic and hands-on technical leadership for SME's AI/ML, Generative AI, and modern data platforms, advancing SME's nonprofit mission to accelerate adoption of manufacturing technology and strengthen the manufacturing talent pipeline. The incumbent designs, builds, and deploys practical AI capabilities and governed data systems that enable SME insights, products, and services-including workforce development initiatives-while serving as an advisor under the direction of the Director to internal leaders, members, partners, and manufacturers. A critical component of this role is end-to-end delivery: translating manufacturing-focused opportunities into secure, production-grade AI solutions (including traditional ML and LLM-enabled applications), building the underlying data foundation to support analytics and decision-making, and providing client-facing consulting services that demonstrate measurable value and responsible use of AI. The...

Description Leads a portfolio of complex, high-impact federal technology projects that connect advanced manufacturing and data-driven systems with defense and federal applications. This role operates with a high level of independence and is accountable for program delivery across cost, schedule, performance, and compliance requirements. Navigates the operational and regulatory complexities of federal and defense programs while supporting business development and funding capture efforts. Serves as the primary program-level point of contact for federal agency stakeholders, ensuring clear communication, disciplined execution, and adherence to contractual obligations. Develops and executes program strategies aligned with SME's broader technology objectives. Leads cross-functional teams composed of SME staff and external partners to deliver measurable results and maintain strong federal customer relationships. MAJOR FUNCTIONS: Oversee a diverse portfolio of defense and...