Business Development Director, Satellite Propulsion

Rocket Lab

Chantilly, VA, United States
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12+ years aerospace or defense contractor experience
Satellite propulsion product development and sales
Experience with satellite sector contractors
** Rocket Lab is seeking a Business Development Director for Satellite Propulsion based in Chantilly, VA. The role entails managing business development activities for propulsion products, collaborating with teams to meet sales targets, while engaging with both government and commercial sectors. Ideal candidates should possess extensive experience in aerospace sales and a strong technical background. **

Job Summary

  • Rocket Lab is an end-to-end space company delivering responsive launch services and complete spacecraft design to open access to space.
  • The Business Development Director will lead the generation and execution of sales for strategically aligned propulsion products to meet division metrics.
  • Candidates must have a proven track record in the aerospace/satellite sector with specific experience in propulsion products.

Matching Summary

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** Rocket Lab is seeking a Business Development Director for Satellite Propulsion based in Chantilly, VA. The role entails managing business development activities for propulsion products, collaborating with teams to meet sales targets, while engaging with both government and commercial sectors. Ideal candidates should possess extensive experience in aerospace sales and a strong technical background. **

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 12+ years aerospace or defense contractor experience
  • Satellite propulsion product development and sales
  • Experience with satellite sector contractors

Nice-to-have

  • Master's degree in aerospace engineering or business
  • Deep understanding of mission design and trajectory capabilities
  • Experience leading geographically dispersed teams
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Project and CRM software
  • Ability to obtain security clearance

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or technical discipline
  • 12+ years experience with aerospace/defense contractors
  • Experience in satellite propulsion product sales

Work Rights

Must be able to obtain security clearance

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