Director, Advanced Space BD & Capture

Varda Space Industries; El Segundo (CA, WA); On-site; USD 243,000 - 311,000; Full time

Job summary

Varda Space Industries seeks a Director of Business Development & Capture – Advanced Concepts to own strategy and execution for adapting commercial capabilities to government missions. You will manage a portfolio from first conversations through award, interfacing with executive leadership in classified environments.

The role is full-time in Washington, DC or El Segundo, CA, with significant travel and independent leadership in a high-security setting.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance is required.
• 12+ years in national security, hypersonics, or defense aerospace.
• Proven track record owning and winning competitive government pursuits.

Responsibilities

• Own advanced-concepts government pipeline and define capture strategy.
• Lead proposal development, pricing strategy, and contract negotiations with customers.
• Collaborate with engineering and program management to shape mission concepts and plans.

Skills

Active TS/SCI clearance

BD leadership

Strong communication

Travel 50% willingness

US Citizenship

12+ years in national security

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering/science/business

Tools

SAP access

Job description

Varda Space Industries seeks a Director of Business Development & Capture – Advanced Concepts to own strategy and execution for adapting commercial capabilities to government missions. You will manage a portfolio from first conversations through award, interfacing with executive leadership in classified environments.

The role is full-time in Washington, DC or El Segundo, CA, with significant travel and independent leadership in a high-security setting.