Global Space Partnerships BD Manager

Vast; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 114,000 - 162,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company equity

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

PTO 20+ days

Job summary

Vast in Long Beach, CA is seeking a Business Development Manager, Crew Partnerships to drive government and international sales for sovereign human spaceflight customers.

You will manage accounts across countries, develop strategy, coordinate with legal and operations, and represent Vast at conferences. This exempt, full-time role requires 5+ years of relevant experience and willingness to travel up to 50%.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in business development, sales, strategy, or partnerships with government or institutional customers.
• Experience in aerospace/space or defense industries preferred.
• Strong written communication for executive briefs and notes.
• Willingness to travel up to 50%.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain account strategies for assigned countries and customers.
• Provide data-driven recommendations on where executive time is best invested.
• Coordinate with legal, mission operations, astronaut training, and communications to move deals.
• Represent Vast at conferences and customer engagements.

Skills

Business development

Sales strategy

Government partnerships

Job description

Vast in Long Beach, CA is seeking a Business Development Manager, Crew Partnerships to drive government and international sales for sovereign human spaceflight customers.

You will manage accounts across countries, develop strategy, coordinate with legal and operations, and represent Vast at conferences. This exempt, full-time role requires 5+ years of relevant experience and willingness to travel up to 50%.