Business Development Manager – Space Electronics

Voyager Technologies, Inc.; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Time Off

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Gym memberships

Job summary

Voyager Technologies, Inc. is seeking a Business Development Manager for Space Electronics to lead and execute BD plans, win new and recurring business, and drive bookings with U.S. Federal Govt and international partners.

Collaborate across engineering, product, finance, and marketing to shape offerings and partnerships. The role requires 5+ years in tech/defense BD, strong executive communication, and the ability to distill complex topics for leadership decisions.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in product sales, BD, or growth in tech/defense/aerospace
• Experience briefing executive leadership
• Ability to distill complex topics into concise executive messaging
• Attention to detail; produce high-quality proposals and communications
• Ability to use AI tools to accelerate BD workflows

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute near- and long-term BD strategies to drive bookings and revenue
• Track markets and propose new offerings or partnerships
• Collaborate with technology, product, finance, and marketing for growth
• Engage customers/vendors; respond to RFIs/RFPs and requests
• Manage pursuit, bid, and proposal processes; maintain pipeline hygiene
• Foster entrepreneurial growth culture across teams

Skills

BD strategy & sales

Executive briefings

Executive messaging

AI-enabled workflows

Proposals & accuracy

Interpersonal comms

Security clearance prep

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering/science/management; MBA preferred

Job description

Business Development Manager – Space Electronics

Voyager is an innovative space, defense, and national security technology company committed to advancing and delivering transformative, mission‑critical solutions. We tackle the most complex challenges to unlock new frontiers for human progress, fortify national security, and protect critical assets to lead in the race for technological and operational superiority from ground to space.

At Voyager Technologies, we’re building technologies that protect lives, expand frontiers, and prepare us for what’s next. These roles are not for the faint of heart.

You’ll help lay the foundation for humanity's future. Join a culture where innovation thrives, curiosity is rewarded, and impact is real. We’re a company of doers, thinkers, and builders, united by purpose and grounded in reality.

The Business Development Manager – Space Electronics will develop and execute business development plans, create, advance, and win recurring business with new and existing customers, drive bookings (sales), increase revenue, and position the business for robust growth in alignment with financial objectives. They will serve as a vested member of the Voyager Space Electronics team, marketing and selling electronic components to position Voyager as a key enabler of emerging satellite constellations. They will engage customers from the U.S. Federal Government, allied nations, foreign and domestic industrial base vendors, and developers of the emerging space economy to empower requirements. This role reports to the Senior Director of Business Development – Space Electronics.

Essential Functions

• Develop and execute near‑ and long‑term business development strategies and campaigns to drive opportunities in alignment with the Annual Operating Plan (AOP) and Long‑Range Strategic Plan, meeting or exceeding AOP bookings.
• Track emerging markets and trends; propose and develop solutions including new offerings or strategic partnerships to address evolving competition, pricing, and demand.
• Empower line of business and collaborate with technology development, product development, finance, marketing, and other stakeholders to yield sustainable long‑term growth.
• Engage customers and vendors to understand and shape pre‑solicitation efforts; fulfill requests for information (RFI), requests for proposals (RFP), and other partner and customer requests.
• Execute pursue, bid, and proposal processes; maintain pristine pipeline hygiene reporting.
• Foster an entrepreneurial growth culture throughout the company and across all teams and work functions.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, science or management fields; master’s degree in business administration or engineering preferred.
• 5+ years executing product sales, business development, or growth efforts within a technology, defense, or aerospace company; experience with communications, guidance, navigation and control and/or compute space electronics products is preferred.
• Experience executing business development activities, including briefing executive leadership.
• Ability to distill complex technical, programmatic, or business topics into clear, concise executive‑level messaging and briefings that enable efficient decision‑making.
• Demonstrated attention to detail with a strong commitment to producing accurate, high‑quality work products, proposals, presentations, and customer communications with minimal oversight.
• Demonstrated ability to leverage AI‑powered tools to accelerate business development workflows, including opportunity research, proposal development, customer correspondence, gate review preparation, and cross‑functional pipeline management in a fast‑paced, multi‑program environment.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; ability to communicate with prospective customers and clients, partners, vendors, and the press.
• Must possess or have the ability to secure a Secret Department of War Security Clearance.

Travel, Physical and/or Government Mandated Requirements

• Must be willing to travel up to 25% of the time to meet business objectives.

The good‑faith base salary range for this role is $140,000 - $150,000 at the time of this posting. Where you fall within the range depends on your experience, skills, and location. This range reflects base salary only and does not include benefits or bonus/incentive. This range may be adjusted in the future.

Benefits

• Flexible Time Off (FTO), empowering employees to take the time they need to recharge and maintain a healthy work‑life balance
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their families, with a significant portion of premiums covered by the company and many benefits paid at 100% for employees
• Flexible, affordable gym memberships with 12,700+ options nationwide, including 24 Hour Fitness, EoS Fitness, Crunch Fitness, Anytime Fitness, Blink Fitness, Chuze Fitness, and more; no long‑term contracts and free on‑demand workout videos before you enroll
• 401(k) retirement plan with a 50% company match on contributions up to 8%, supporting long‑term financial security
• Company wellness programs that support physical and mental well‑being
• Additional voluntary benefits and employee support resources
• The opportunity to work alongside a highly talented team in an innovative, mission‑driven environment

Voyager is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) (22 CFR Parts 120–130) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) (15 CFR Parts 730–774), applicants for this position must be a U.S. Person: a U.S. Citizen, a lawful permanent resident of the U.S., or a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3). Applicants must be eligible to obtain any required export authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or the U.S. Department of Commerce.