Director of Business Development – Space & Data Solutions

Sierra Nevada Corporation; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual incentive pay based on performance

401(k) with 150% match up to 6%

Life insurance

3 weeks paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Job summary

Sierra Nevada Corporation seeks a Director of Business Development for the i3 and Data Solutions portfolio in Herndon, Virginia. This role will focus on leading growth initiatives across commercial satellites and emerging technologies, identifying new business opportunities, and engaging customers across various sectors.

The ideal candidate will have extensive business development experience, a robust understanding of government acquisition processes, and a strong background in the commercial satellite market, along with an active Top Secret U.S. Security Clearance.

Qualifications

• 13+ years of experience in business development, sales, or a related field.
• Active Top Secret with SCI eligibility U.S. Security Clearance.
• Demonstrated experience in the commercial satellite market.

Responsibilities

• Lead business development strategy and execution for the iDS portfolio.
• Build and maintain senior‑level relationships with IC Service intel elements.
• Oversee full‑lifecycle capture activities from opportunity identification through proposal submission.

Skills

Business development

Sales experience

Leadership

Communication

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Engineering, or a related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Sierra Nevada Corporation seeks a Director of Business Development for the i3 and Data Solutions portfolio in Herndon, Virginia. This role will focus on leading growth initiatives across commercial satellites and emerging technologies, identifying new business opportunities, and engaging customers across various sectors.

The ideal candidate will have extensive business development experience, a robust understanding of government acquisition processes, and a strong background in the commercial satellite market, along with an active Top Secret U.S. Security Clearance.