Director, Satellite Business Development – Defense

Rocket Lab; Littleton (CO); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid vacation and sick leave

Paid parental leave

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Job summary

Rocket Lab in Littleton, CO, is hiring a Business Development Director to lead satellite solutions development for defense. This role involves engaging with key stakeholders and developing capture strategies to secure large contracts. Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree in engineering and over 12 years of relevant experience, including active TS/SCI clearance.

The position also requires excellent communication skills and significant travel. Rocket Lab offers a competitive salary range of $180,000 to $240,000, along with comprehensive benefits including stock options, medical coverage, and paid leave.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience in business development, program management, or systems engineering within aerospace.
• In-depth knowledge of government acquisition processes and contracting.
• Active TS/SCI security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead business development for satellite solutions for defense applications.
• Develop strategies to secure large defense contracts.
• Engage with key stakeholders to maintain long-term relationships.

Skills

Business Development

Contract Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Aerospace Knowledge

Proposal Development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or technical discipline

Master’s degree in aerospace engineering or business

Tools

Microsoft Suite

CRM software

Job description

Rocket Lab in Littleton, CO, is hiring a Business Development Director to lead satellite solutions development for defense. This role involves engaging with key stakeholders and developing capture strategies to secure large contracts. Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree in engineering and over 12 years of relevant experience, including active TS/SCI clearance.

The position also requires excellent communication skills and significant travel. Rocket Lab offers a competitive salary range of $180,000 to $240,000, along with comprehensive benefits including stock options, medical coverage, and paid leave.