Executive Director, National Security Space BD (Remote)

Front Door Defense; United States; On-site; USD 189,164 - 260,119; Full time

Job summary

Sierra Space seeks a Director of Business Development for National Security Space. This remote-eligible role shapes growth strategy, leads major government pursuits, and targets multi-billion-dollar contracts.

You will drive enterprise partnerships, oversee capture efforts, and guide senior leaders on market expansion. Required are a Top Secret clearance and 20+ years in national security space with program management and winning proposals.

Qualifications

• Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility and full-scope polygraph.
• 20+ years in National Security industry, including 10+ years of program management and contracts exceeding $100M annually.
• Bachelor's degree in a technical or space-related field; MBA preferred.
• Thorough knowledge of U.S. Government acquisition strategies, processes, and contract vehicles.
• Extensive experience across the system development lifecycle and in winning competitive proposals.

Responsibilities

• Develop enterprise-level BD strategy across divisions, programs, and regions.
• Oversee strategic pursuits, major client relationships, and partnerships.
• Establish and execute strategic plans based on market analysis and competitive intelligence.
• Lead cross-functional teams through capture and proposal processes to drive wins.
• Mentor senior BD leaders and ensure alignment with corporate objectives.
• Communicate with senior government leaders on strategic matters related to growth.

Skills

Executive leadership

Strategic thinking

Capture management

Proposal development

Cross-functional leadership

Education

Bachelor's in technical field

MBA preferred

Job description

Sierra Space seeks a Director of Business Development for National Security Space. This remote-eligible role shapes growth strategy, leads major government pursuits, and targets multi-billion-dollar contracts.

You will drive enterprise partnerships, oversee capture efforts, and guide senior leaders on market expansion. Required are a Top Secret clearance and 20+ years in national security space with program management and winning proposals.