Senior Director, Business Development, National Security Space

🕒 May 11

⚔️ Virginia – Remote

⚔️ Virginia – Remote

💵 $229.6k - $315.7k / year

⏰ Full Time

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Sierra Space

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1001 - 5000 employees

Founded 2021

🚀 Aerospace

🔬 Science

💰 Series B on 2023-09

Aerospace • Science

Sierra Space is a cutting-edge commercial space technology company pioneering the new era of space exploration and development. The company is known for its revolutionary Dream Chaser spaceplanes, which are the only commercial spaceplanes capable of landing on a conventional runway. Sierra Space is also developing the world’s first commercial space station, showcasing their significant capabilities in space infrastructure. As an innovation leader, Sierra Space focuses on advanced propulsion technologies, including rocket engines and state-of-the-art solar power systems. They also provide comprehensive solutions for human spaceflight and environmental systems that support life in microgravity. With a legacy of nearly 30 years, Sierra Space has delivered over 4,000 space systems and completed more than 500 missions to space, demonstrating their steadfast commitment to advancing off-world infrastructure and sustainability.

📋 Description

• Lead efforts to define and execute Sierra Space’s National Security Space growth strategy. • Oversee key customer interactions and drive business development activities. • Report directly to the Vice President for Strategy, Business Development, and Growth. • Shape the National Security Space thesis and build a robust pipeline of opportunities. • Partner across technical, product, and operational teams to architect solutions. • Establish industry partnerships and develop customer messaging and strategies.

🎯 Requirements

• Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility and full-scope polygraph is required. • 20+ years of experience in the National Security industry, including 10+ years of program management experience. • Bachelor’s degree in a technical or space-related field (e.g., engineering, physics, computer science); MBA preferred. • Thorough knowledge of U.S. Government acquisition strategies, processes, and contract vehicles. • Extensive experience across the system development lifecycle, from concept design to deployment. • Proven success in capturing, organizing, producing, delivering, and winning competitive proposals.

🏖️ Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans • 401(k) with 150% match up to 6% • Life insurance • 3 weeks paid time off