Business Development Lead/Manager, Launch

Based out of Rocket Lab's site in Littleton, CO, the Business Development Lead/Manager is responsible for capturing government revenue (business development and sales) to enable Rocket Lab's sustained operations and growth as a company. As the Business Development Lead/Manager, you will support the management and expansion of key government customer accounts including Electron and Neutron launch vehicles, and Dedicated, Primary Rideshare and Rideshare launch services.

(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. Final agreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience. Base salary is only one part of Rocket Lab's compensation package for this role. You may be eligible for company stock, or cash incentives, and can purchase discounted stock through Rocket Lab's Employee Stock Purchase Program. Employee benefits also include medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage; 401(k) retirement plan options; paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave; paid parental leave; and other discounts and perks.

Base Pay Range (CO Only): $100,000 - $180,000 USD

What To Expect:

We're on a mission to unlock the potential of space to improve life on Earth, but that's not an easy task. It takes hard work, determination, relentless innovation, teamwork, grit, and an unwavering commitment to achieving what others often deem impossible. Our people out-think, out-work, and out-pace. We pride ourselves on having each other's backs, checking our egos at the door, and rolling up our sleeves on all tasks big and small. We thrive under pressure, work to tight deadlines, and our focus is always on how we can deliver, rather than dwelling on the challenges that stand in the way.