Senior Director, Satellite BD (TS/SCI)

Socket.dev; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Rocket Lab in Tucson, AZ, seeks a Senior Director of Business Development - Satellites (TS/SCI) to lead satellite BD for defense and civil space. You will identify opportunities, engage with government and prime contractors, and drive capture efforts to expand Rocket Lab’s market share.

We require 15+ years in aerospace BD or related fields, a technical degree, and an active TS/SCI clearance. Ability to travel up to 50% is expected to meet clients and lead proposals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or other technical discipline.
• 15+ years of experience in business development, program management, or systems engineering within the aerospace sector.
• Proven knowledge of government acquisition processes and national security landscape.
• Active TS/SCI security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead BD initiatives focused on satellite solutions for defense applications.
• Develop capture strategies for large defense or civil space contracts.
• Engage with customer stakeholders to build long-term relationships.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Capture management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or technical discipline

Master’s degree in aerospace or related field

Job description

Rocket Lab in Tucson, AZ, seeks a Senior Director of Business Development - Satellites (TS/SCI) to lead satellite BD for defense and civil space. You will identify opportunities, engage with government and prime contractors, and drive capture efforts to expand Rocket Lab’s market share.

We require 15+ years in aerospace BD or related fields, a technical degree, and an active TS/SCI clearance. Ability to travel up to 50% is expected to meet clients and lead proposals.