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Participate and direct Operational teams participation in pre-mission coordination briefings to ensure complete understanding of the tactical air plan for tactical operations. Perform administrative ...

Air National Guard Units

$106K - $138K/yr

Participate and direct Operational teams participation in pre-mission coordination briefings to ensure complete understanding of the tactical air plan for tactical operations. Perform administrative ...

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How much do director tactical operations jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for director tactical operations in the United States is $107,680.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $75,500.00 and $135,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are Director Tactical Operations?

A Director of Tactical Operations is a senior leader responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing tactical strategies within an organization, often in fields like law enforcement, military, or emergency response. They oversee teams, manage resources, and ensure that operations align with organizational goals and safety protocols. This role requires strong leadership, decision-making skills, and the ability to respond effectively in high-pressure situations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Director of Tactical Operations, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Director of Tactical Operations, you need extensive experience in military or law enforcement operations, strategic planning, and team leadership, often supported by a relevant degree and advanced operational training. Familiarity with command and control systems, advanced communication equipment, and certifications such as Incident Command System (ICS) are typically required. Exceptional decision-making, crisis management, and interpersonal skills help foster trust and cohesion under pressure. These competencies are essential for ensuring mission success, operational efficiency, and team safety in high-stakes environments.

How does a Director of Tactical Operations typically collaborate with cross-functional teams to execute mission-critical objectives?

A Director of Tactical Operations plays a central role in coordinating efforts across multiple departments, such as logistics, intelligence, and field teams, to ensure smooth execution of high-priority initiatives. This involves leading strategy sessions, facilitating clear communication channels, and aligning resources to meet operational goals. Regular collaboration with senior leadership and ground-level personnel is essential to adapt plans in real time based on situational developments. Building strong interdepartmental relationships helps drive efficiency and fosters a proactive approach to problem-solving in fast-paced environments.
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Infographic showing various Director Tactical Operations job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 83% Full Time, 14% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $107,680 per year, or $51.8 per hour.

Business Development Sr. Director

General Dynamics Ordnance & Tactical Systems

Saint Petersburg, FL

Full-time

Medical, Life, Retirement

Posted 7 days ago

Job description

General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems (OTS) is a global leader in the design, engineering and production of munitions, energetics, weapons, armaments, and missile subsystems around the world. OTS empowers the U.S. military and its allies with an extensive range of overarching product segments applied across all levels of strategic and tactical operations, providing a cutting-edge advantage to our warfighters.
Our Ethos of Honesty, Trust, Transparency, and Alignment, are the guiding principles that form the foundation of everything we do. Integrity is paramount, innovation fuels our passion, customer satisfaction is at the core of our mission, and collaboration is key to our success - fostering a culture of teamwork and mutual respect among employees, partners, and stakeholders.
Whether you're just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package that goes above and beyond with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement, and work/life benefits that include career development and recognition programs.
If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!
Key account director for conventional ammunition and munition development/production across the Munitions and Weapon Systems (MWS) enterprise. Leads business development focused on order growth, new market expansion, and actionable capture strategies aligned with organizational priorities. Builds and manages key customer and partner relationships to drive sales of GDOTS products and services and support revenue goals in line with MWS strategic objectives.
***We are currently recruiting for Director & Senior Director opportunities. Candidates who apply to these postings will be considered for either level based on their qualifications, relevant experience, interview assessment, and Total Rewards evaluations***
General Profile
  • Recognized as an external thought leader within a strategic organization function or job discipline and requires broad and comprehensive expertise in leading-edge theories, techniques and/or technologies within own field
  • Proactively identifies and solves problems that impact the management and direction of the business
  • May participate in the development of the product or business strategy
  • Progression to this level is typically restricted on the basis of individual capabilities and business requirements
  • Is part of & speaks at industry forums.
  • Has written publications, white papers or other technical papers.
  • Called upon by customers or other industry companies for their expertise.
  • Consistent exercise of discretion & judgment

  • Responsible for retaining and expanding complex company relationships for one or more divisions, product lines, or market segments, and soliciting new business from prospective customers.
  • Drives and executes long-term strategic plans for the growth of the organization.
  • Leads the development of strategies for identifying and responding to business development opportunities, which may include internal expansion into new markets or external expansion via partnerships, mergers, acquisitions, or joint ventures.
  • Develops and maintains positive relationships with customers and ensures ongoing satisfaction of the partner organization.
  • Analyzes and presents data evaluating new business opportunities or assessing potential markets, to assist executive teams in decision making and planning.
  • Prepares proposals, reports, or presentations demonstrating the potential value of new business opportunities.

      • Participates in IRAD meetings to ensure transition of the customers’ needs into profitable investments by OTS while making customers aware of our new technologies
      • Maintains frequent dialog with the existing MWS customer base, both domestic and International (partners, end users, in-country US Government resources); and with GDOTS domestic and international business partners and allies.

      • Required education and experience: Associate's Degree and 12-15 years' experience OR Equivalent Combination of Relevant Education &/or Experience
      • Critical professional related technical skills; computer skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

      • Preferred education and experience: Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Business Management, Marketing, Business Development.
      • Discipline/Major: Business, Marketing or other related degree preferred
      • Knowledge, skills & abilities: Ability to foster teamwork. Management skills. Oral and written communication skills. Ability to build collaborative relationships. Customer service skills. Interpersonal skills.
      • Working knowledge of munitions: associated platforms, strategic and tactical systems, and military munitions/platform interface requirements.
      • Experience in a DoD environment.
      • Because this role involves a combination of collaborative/in-person and independent work, it may take the form of a hybrid work format, with time split between working onsite and remotely.

      • Must be able to remain in a stationary position at a desk and/or computer for extended periods of time.
      • Requires regular movement throughout GD-OTS facilities.
      • Work primarily in a climate-controlled environment with minimal safety/health hazard potential.

      25-50% travel likely.
      The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. The statements do not represent an exhaustive list of required responsibilities and skills. Other duties may be added or this job description may be amended at any time. This job description does not alter an employee's at-will employment status or create an employment agreement or contract, implied or otherwise.

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