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Kevin J. McGuire

Colorado Springs

Summary

Business Development Director with over 15 years of expertise in Aerospace, Defense, and Space sectors, specializing in strategic growth and establishing Tier 1/OEM partnerships. Proven ability to manage programs in avionics, satellite systems, sustainment, MRO, and supply chain modernization. Achievements include securing contracts valued between $1M and $5M+, optimizing operational costs, and enhancing relationships with executives across primes and global supply networks.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Strategic BD Manager

SMT Corp
Colorado Springs
06.2025 - Current
  • Achieved $500K+ in revenue within 90 days through strategic obsolete component sourcing and testing.
  • Delivered VMI programs to Tier 1 aerospace and defense primes, reducing obsolescence risk.
  • Opened strategic accounts in aerospace, defense, and space utilizing AS6171 and AS6081 testing.
  • Ensured compliance with company policies by overseeing daily operations effectively.
  • Optimized workflow efficiency by managing team schedules and delegating tasks appropriately.
  • Enhanced employee skills and productivity through development of comprehensive training programs.
  • Streamlined production activities by implementing targeted process improvements.

Director, Business Development

A2 Global Electronics
Denver
01.2023 - 06.2025
  • Secured over $25M in new business through individual deals ranging from $200K to $20M.
  • Achieved AVL approvals and negotiated contracts with Boeing, Lockheed Martin, and Northrop Grumman.
  • Developed VMI programs to ensure long-term supply stability for Tier 1 primes.

Manager, Repair & Warranty

Frontier Airlines
Denver
05.2020 - 01.2023
  • Renegotiated vendor contracts and executed RFPs, reducing repair costs by $1M annually.
  • Implemented new process controls, enhancing cost recovery by $500K each year.
  • Managed a team of 5, overseeing hiring, training, and performance to ensure FAA compliance.

Business Development Manager

PDQ Airspares Ltd
Denver
10.2018 - 04.2020
  • Generated five million dollars annually through contracts averaging $500K each.
  • Secured multi-year agreements with Tier 2 integrators, strengthening business stability.
  • Delivered sourcing solutions for legacy airframes and C&E components throughout North America.

Business Development Manager

Wyatt Aerospace
Denver
10.2014 - 10.2018
  • Secured over $1M in new contracts for commercial and military sustainment.
  • Developed quoting workflows for end-of-life and hard-to-find parts.
  • Collaborated with operations to maintain fleet readiness.

Strategic Account Manager

Boeing (Jeppesen, Avionics & SaaS)
Denver
07.2005 - 10.2014
  • Generated $5M in revenue through support for corporate jets, Cirrus SR22, and fractional operators.
  • Developed customized quoting processes for avionics and legacy solutions.
  • Enhanced relationships with OEMs and operators to ensure seamless program support.

Education

B.S. - Business Management

Metropolitan State University of Denver

Skills

  • Aerospace and defense program capture
  • SaaS and avionics integration
  • Supply chain management
  • Vendor-managed inventory programs
  • Strategic partnerships development
  • Obsolescence and EOL sourcing solutions
  • Contract negotiation expertise
  • AVL approvals management
  • Team leadership skills
  • Cross-functional collaboration

Affiliations

Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA)

Timeline

Strategic BD Manager

SMT Corp
06.2025 - Current

Director, Business Development

A2 Global Electronics
01.2023 - 06.2025

Manager, Repair & Warranty

Frontier Airlines
05.2020 - 01.2023

Business Development Manager

PDQ Airspares Ltd
10.2018 - 04.2020

Business Development Manager

Wyatt Aerospace
10.2014 - 10.2018

Strategic Account Manager

Boeing (Jeppesen, Avionics & SaaS)
07.2005 - 10.2014

B.S. - Business Management

Metropolitan State University of Denver

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