Indo-Pacific Defense Strategy & BD Director

Varda Space; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 200,000 - 235,000; Full time

Job summary

Varda Space seeks a Director of Indo-Pacific Defense Strategy & Business Development to shape its presence across the Indo-Pacific theater, based in Honolulu. You will coordinate with USPACOM, allied nations, and regional partners to advance missile defense, hypersonic programs, and space logistics, guiding proposals from concept to contract.

This full-time role requires security clearances, travel, and close collaboration with engineering and government affairs teams to drive growth and ensure

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, international relations, or related field.
• 5+ years of professional experience in DoD aerospace, defense technology, or international strategic development.
• Must be based in or willing to relocate to Honolulu, HI.
• Active TS/SCI clearance, or ability to be fast-tracked for one.
• U.S. Citizenship required (ITAR compliance).
• Demonstrated ability to manage defense solicitations end-to-end, including international contract nuances.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for senior military leadership.
• Willingness to travel up to 50%.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Varda's primary point of contact for Honolulu-based commands — USPACOM, PACFLT, USARPAC, PACAF, SPACEFOR-PACOM, and MARFORPAC.
• Align capabilities with theater-specific requirements and procurement cycles.
• Identify, qualify, and close new business with Pacific Rim allied nations.
• Penetrate Pacific targets market and engage DoD and international ministries.
• Lead domestic and international solicitations from white papers to proposals.
• Translate INDOPACOM requirements into solutions with engineering teams.
• Build and maintain a robust pipeline with government leads and international partners.
• Represent Varda at LANPAC, TechNet Indo-Pacific, and defense symposiums.

Skills

Defense strategy

Indo-Pacific engagement

Strategic development

Education

Bachelor's in business, engineering, or IR

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Varda Space seeks a Director of Indo-Pacific Defense Strategy & Business Development to shape its presence across the Indo-Pacific theater, based in Honolulu. You will coordinate with USPACOM, allied nations, and regional partners to advance missile defense, hypersonic programs, and space logistics, guiding proposals from concept to contract.

This full-time role requires security clearances, travel, and close collaboration with engineering and government affairs teams to drive growth and ensure