Business Development Director - Propulsion Products

Rocket Lab

Auckland, New Zealand
On-site
Propulsion product sales and market expansion
Market and competitive analysis
Customer relationship building
Drive sales and market expansion for Rocket Lab’s propulsion products, delivering and exceeding Space Systems’ commercial targets across tanks, thrusters, and full propulsion solutions

Job Summary

  • Drive sales and market expansion for Rocket Lab’s propulsion products, delivering and exceeding Space Systems’ commercial targets across tanks, thrusters, and full propulsion solutions.
  • Lead market and competitive analysis, pricing strategy, and sales forecasting to guide propulsion business development and inform product and services roadmaps.
  • Grow existing accounts and generate new opportunities by presenting Rocket Lab’s propulsion capabilities and building strong customer relationships.

Matching Summary

Drive sales and market expansion for Rocket Lab’s propulsion products, delivering and exceeding Space Systems’ commercial targets across tanks, thrusters, and full propulsion solutions.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Propulsion product sales and market expansion
  • Market and competitive analysis
  • Customer relationship building
  • Revenue pipeline forecasting
  • Proposal planning and submission

Nice-to-have

  • Ambitious and mission-driven
  • Thrives in a fast-paced environment
  • Creating new opportunities

Key Requirements

  • Master's degree in aerospace engineering or related engineering field; or business
  • 12+ years’ experience in aerospace/defense industries
  • Strong background in satellite and propulsion products
  • Broad awareness of commercial and government satellite programs
  • Skilled in proposal development, writing, capture processes
  • Comfortable with frequent travel

Work Rights

Eligibility for ITAR access

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