At General Dynamics Land Systems, we put our customers at the centre of everything we do. Our commitment to protect and enable the people who serve, drives us to deliver capabilities that provide a clear advantage.

We are looking for a passionate Canadian Market Growth Manager to lead market expansion; form strong relationships with senior government representatives; advocate for Canadian support to international opportunities; You will work with a broader Growth team responsible for other global markets as well as Canadian government relations and marketing.

You will regularly brief and interact with GDLS leadership and collaborate with cross-functional teams across the organization including Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Manufacturing, Finance, Contracts, and Legal as well as other GDLS sites and GD business units. Analyze customer needs, funding, and competitors.

maintain accurate, timely Vantage / Funnel chance data.

Shape Customer Requirements

Lead visits, briefings, demonstrations, and trials to influence customer requirements; Support Indigenous Inclusion and other national initiatives aligned with GDLS priorities.

Ensure compliance with trade, legal, export control, and corporate requirements.

Help Keep Current Programs Sold

Lead cross-functional strategic projects focused on Canadian market growth or other strategic initiatives.

Provide clear, concise communication to the Growth team, Program Teams, Senior Leadership Team, and Executive Leadership Team on pursuit status and customer sentiment.

University degree and/or relevant work experience.

Minimum 7–10 years of related experience in business development, program, government customer interface, growth, or strategic account management, within defence, aerospace, or a related sector.

Proven ability to analyze complex issues (market, customer, competitive,



and internal) and develop appropriate action plans.

Exceptional oral and written communication skills, including experience with customers, senior stakeholders, organizational leadership; Ability to relate to customers on their terms and to internal GDLS departments on their terms; ability to tailor content, presentation, and style to align with the audience (technical, commercial, and governmental).

Experience in one or more of the following is an asset: leading growth, program, or business development activities in a Canadian or government-focused market; technical knowledge of GDLS platforms; military experience relevant to our customers; and/or detailed knowledge of GDLS proposal, development and production process.

Ability to travel globally and within Canada – Canadian Growth Manager is generally 20-25% travel to Ottawa, SHC or Toronto.

Ability to obtain and maintain a valid passport and SECRET security clearance.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

The Growth Manager - Canadian Market opening is a current vacant position at General Dynamics Land Systems – Canada. The base salary hiring range for this position is $120,000 to $150,000 per year. Once in the role, successful candidates will have the opportunity to progress through the full salary range based on performance. This range reflects the base salary only and does not include additional components of our total compensation package, such as our incentive award program and other rewards like health benefits, employee profit-sharing, retirement savings, and more.

📌 Marketing Manager / Head of Growth (London)
🏢 General Dynamics Land Systems - Canada
📍 London