Littleton, CO30+ days ago
Please note: this position can be hired at the Business Development Lead or Manager level) WHAT YOU’LL GET TO DO: Develop and execute proposal plans, including analyzing RFPs, creating outlines, and building compliance matrices Responsible for executing US Government Launch Services strategy, business development and sales Support proposal development and coordinate mission performance requirements with technical teams Execute winning strategies to rapidly grow new Government business Utilize professional network, business development techniques, and product knowledge to market launch services on the Electron and Neutron launch vehicles and mission services Work with the marketing team to formulate strategy for aerospace industry conferences and networking events Identify and capture new US Government customer accounts Maintain up to date government satellite and launch market analysis to keep senior leadership and technical teams abreast of trends & services Host important customers during strategic company events, launches and press announcements YOU’LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS AS BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT LEAD: Bachelor’s degree in engineering or business discipline U.S. citizenship is required, due to program requirements Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance 5+ years of experience in the aerospace industry Familiarity with proposal development and business capture Understanding of global government space markets Ability to travel up to 60% (domestic and international) YOU’LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS AS BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER: Bachelor’s degree in engineering or business discipline U.S. citizenship is required, due to program requirements Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance 8+ years of experience in the aerospace industry Familiarity with proposal development and business capture Understanding of global government space markets Ability to travel up to 60% (domestic and international) THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE: Master’s degree in business, engineering, or a related field Progressively higher levels of leadership/management experience Strategic business planning, business development (proposal and capture), and sales experience in aerospace or high-tech industry ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to focus Regularly required to sit, use hands and fingers, operate computer keyboard and controls, and communicate verbally and in writing Must be physically able to commute to buildings Occasional exposure to dust, fumes and moderate levels of noise The expected salary range for the position is displayed in accordance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act. Important information: FOR CANDIDATES SEEKING TO WORK IN US OFFICES ONLY: To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Rocket Lab Employees must be a U.S. citizen, lawful U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce, as applicable.