Director, National Security BD — Satellite Solutions

InvestedintheMission; Littleton (CO); On-site; USD 171,000 - 257,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Rocket Lab in Littleton, CO is seeking a seasoned Business Development Director focused on national security to lead growth in satellite solutions and defense programs. You will develop capture strategies, build strategic partnerships, and win large government contracts while guiding cross‑functional teams.

The role requires 12+ years in aerospace business development or related fields, an active TS/SCI clearance, and willingness to travel up to 50% to engage with customers and attend industry

Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience in business development, program management, or systems engineering within the aerospace sector.
• In-depth knowledge of government acquisition processes, government contracting, and the national security landscape
• Proven track record of securing large (> $20M) contracts and managing strategic relationships within the aerospace industry
• Active TS/SCI security clearance
• Ability to support frequent domestic and international travel (up to 50%) to meet with clients, attend industry events, and support capture efforts

Responsibilities

• Lead business development initiatives focused on satellite solutions for defense applications
• Develop and execute capture strategies for securing large defense or civil space contracts, including those with government agencies and prime contractors
• Engage with key customer stakeholders to build and maintain long‑term relationships, ensuring Rocket Lab's solutions align with their evolving needs
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to prepare and deliver compelling proposals that meet customer requirements and win new business
• Monitor industry trends and competitor activities to inform and adapt our business development strategies
• Grow existing business opportunities and nurture relationships with existing customers to develop additional business opportunities
• Create new business opportunities and relationships by presenting Rocket Lab's capabilities/experience to provide satellite solutions - including bus offerings and complete satellites to meet mission requirements
• Lead and/or participate in proposal activities, including generation of technical, management, cost, schedule, and proposal content for new business
• Develop strong relationships across all levels of the business to ensure alignment, efficiency, and collaboration, including coordinating with stakeholders
• Represent Rocket Lab at industry conferences and customer meetings
• Travel as needed for business opportunities
• Other duties as assigned or required

Skills

Business development

Program management

Systems engineering

Aerospace industry knowledge

Government contracting

TS/SCI clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or other technical discipline

Master's degree in aerospace engineering or related field

Tools

MS Project

CRM software

Job description

Rocket Lab in Littleton, CO is seeking a seasoned Business Development Director focused on national security to lead growth in satellite solutions and defense programs. You will develop capture strategies, build strategic partnerships, and win large government contracts while guiding cross‑functional teams.

The role requires 12+ years in aerospace business development or related fields, an active TS/SCI clearance, and willingness to travel up to 50% to engage with customers and attend industry