SOCOM Business Development Director - Remote

DRS Global; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

SES Space & Defense is seeking a Director of Business Development for U.S. Special Operations Command (SOCOM) with a proven track record in defense markets.

You will shape growth strategies, cultivate executive-level relationships, and drive capture for complex DoD opportunities across USSOCOM and SOF enterprises. Responsibilities include pipeline development, competitive positioning, and coordinating cross-functional teams to win contracts in DDIL environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, International Relations, Political Science, or related field.
• Proven track record in defense, aerospace, satellite communications, or government tech sectors.
• Experience developing and winning opportunities with USSOCOM and SOF components.

Responsibilities

• Lead business development initiatives and growth strategy within USSOCOM and the SOF enterprise.
• Build and manage a qualified pipeline of opportunities across USSOCOM HQ, SOF AT&L, SDA, and other commands.
• Develop engagement plans aligned with SOF modernization priorities and JADC2/CJADC2 concepts.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams for capture, pricing, and proposal activities.
• Represent SES Space & Defense at SOF conferences and industry forums.

Skills

Business development

Capture management

Strategic sales

Growth leadership

Executive relationships

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

CRM systems

Job description

SES Space & Defense is seeking a Director of Business Development for U.S. Special Operations Command (SOCOM) with a proven track record in defense markets.

You will shape growth strategies, cultivate executive-level relationships, and drive capture for complex DoD opportunities across USSOCOM and SOF enterprises. Responsibilities include pipeline development, competitive positioning, and coordinating cross-functional teams to win contracts in DDIL environments.