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General Manager - LOB, Defense Systems

CAES Systems LLC
$300M line of business, which includes RADAR, EW, Advanced Computing offerings, and Space Electronics, existing within Electromagnetic Defensive Solutions (EDS) strategic business unit. This highly visible role will report to the President of Electromagne
paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, 401(k)
United States, California, San Diego
9404 Chesapeake Drive (Show on map)
Oct 27, 2025
Delivering mission-critical, electronic solutions that protect lives. Use your creativity and critical thinking to take our products from concept to customer. At CAES by Honeywell, we engineer solutions for the world's most critical missions. We serve customers in the defense and aerospace markets. Seeking a career that offers challenging, diverse projects and opportunities? Looking for a position with a company that offers long-term professional advancement? Searching for a place that values a diverse, team-based environment? One that values YOU. Consider CAES by Honeywell. The most important thing we build is TRUST #CustomerFocus #Values #Leader #TogetherWePioneer Overview In this exciting role, you will lead the Defense Systems Gold Business Enterprise as the General Manager for this >$300M line of business, which includes RADAR, EW, Advanced Computing offerings, and Space Electronics, existing within Electromagnetic Defensive Solutions (EDS) strategic business unit. This highly visible role will report to the President of Electromagnetic Defensive Solutions. You will develop and implement business and operational strategies to optimize and grow this line of business at aggressive growth rates greater than market, by making the most of product technology, new product development, innovation, voice of the customer, product portfolio optimization, pricing, operational productivity, program management, customer engagement and flawless operational execution. This will be done through leadership and collaboration of a direct organization greater than 650, including your direct cross-functional business team, oversight and leadership of manufacturing and production and collaboration across Honeywell matrix organizations to accelerate and scale the Defense Systems business in the U.S. and internationally. You will be accountable for revenue growth, margin expansion, cost control, operational execution and all leadership and people elements of this line of business while supporting achievement of the Annual Operating Plan (AOP) and long-term Strategic Plan (STRAP). Relocation is available for this role. Responsibilities YOUR ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES Full P/L AOP attainment through yearly execution of revenue, margin, income, RDE, CAPEX and SG/A management. Lead the strategy and AOP for the GBE across multiple product lines of business. Drive future growth by expanding the pipeline for New Product Introduction (NPI) and Breakthrough Initiative (BTI) programs from ideation to incubation to program launch readiness. Report on progress at monthly NPI and BTI MORs. Lead the GBE inputs to the annual Strategic Plan (STRAP) and AOP initiatives by coordinating closely with President of EDS, CFO of EDS, and Strategic Marketing. Continuously evaluate significant competitor moves, acquisitions, new product launches, financial performance, major wins, and understand the potential implications to Defense Systems business. Qualifications HOW TO SUCCEED YOU MUST HAVE: Bachelor's Degree. 10+ years of experience in the aerospace industry in business leadership roles. 3+ years of Product Management or Manufacturing Management experience. Ability to navigate a matrix organization and delivering results through matrix reports. This position requires access to technology, materials, software or hardware that is controlled by US export law. In order to be eligible for this position, you must be a "US Person" under US export laws (or eligible for approval under a U.S. Government export license). Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance. WE VALUE: Master's degree preferred. Ability to think strategically, develop effective strategic plans and strong cross functional support for your initiatives. Strong Leadership experience and business acumen with a proven track record of getting results. Demonstrated ability to communicate, present and influence credibly and effectively at all levels of the organization, including executive and C-level. Ability to think critically, with strong analytical and problem-solving skills. PC literate with a good working knowledge of Microsoft Office packages. Solid technical project and program management experience. Integrated Supply Chain experience with operations leadership Sales leadership experience. All applicants for employment with Honeywell will be considered without regard to sex, race, color, ethnicity, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, genetic information, age, pregnancy, religion/creed, marital status, civil union status, protected veteran status, national origin, citizenship, or any other legally protected status. We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. However, we are not able to sponsor visas. Salary Range: $256,800 - $295,320 yearly. Employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus in addition to base bay. Applicable pay within the posted range may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, geographical location, job function of the position, education, and experience of the successful candidate. CAES provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, 401K, paid holidays and vacation. EMPLOYMENT TRANSPARENCY BENEFITS We take care of our people and provide competitive health, wealth and wellbeing benefits - from day one. You'll also discover learning and development opportunities so you can take your career to the next level - and beyond. Other benefits include: Comprehensive PTO, Paid Holiday and Paid Family Leave Programs. Student Loan Repayment Program & Tuition Reimbursement 9/80 Alternate Work Week Schedule Tailored Management/Leadership Training Innovative Medical Programs, Including Family Forming WE ARE CAES by HONEYWELL CAES by Honeywell pioneers advanced electronics that underpin many of the world's most critical missions. We design, engineer, test, and manufacture advanced electronic solutions for the U.S. aerospace and defense industry. From inception and development engineering, to full-rate production and sustainment, we work closely with customers as partners throughout the program lifecycle. WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER At CAES by Honeywell we welcome differences and celebrate new ideas. We believe the diversity of our people inspires our creativity and drives our innovation. Everyone is welcome here, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information. We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation due to a disability for any part of the employment process, please email CAEScareers@caes.com.