Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Voyager Technologies is an innovative space, defense, and national security technology company committed to advancing transformative solutions. The Business Development Senior Director for Science & Exploration is responsible for growing the space business by winning contracts across various agencies and commercial customers, focusing on products like power systems and avionics.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute near and long-term business development strategies/campaigns to drive business opportunities in alignment with Annual Operating Plan (AOP) and Long-Range Strategic Plan objectives to meet or exceed AOP Bookings
• Lead, plan, and ensure successful execution of business development efforts including the end-to-end capture lifecycle and strategic planning process. Engage customers and vendors to understand and shape pre-solicitation efforts. Fulfill requests for information (RFI), requests for proposals (RFP), and other partner and customer requests
• Track emerging markets and trends; propose and develop solutions including new offerings or strategic partnerships to address evolving competition, pricing, and demand
• Empower line of business and collaborates with technology development team, product development team, finance, marketing, as well as with other Voyager stakeholders, to yield sustainable long-term business growth
• Attend industry events to both establish the company, but also to network for potential new business and strengthen external relationships
• Foster an entrepreneurial growth culture throughout the company and across all teams and work functions

Skills

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, science or management fields; master's degree in business administration or engineering preferred
• 12+ years professional experience in the Space industry & notable experience in National Security Space. Familiarity with Federal Acquisition Process (FAR/IDIQ) preferred
• 10+ years executing sales & business development and developing a strong pipeline in a technology, defense, or aerospace company
• Experience executing business development activities, including briefing executive leadership
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; ability to communicate with prospective customers and clients, partners, vendors, and the press
• Experience in project management skills with the ability to prioritize work streams and track progress across multiple teams
• Expert multitasking skills with the ability to handle multiple projects at once, work quickly and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment with high attention to detail
• Strong research and analytical skills and the ability to effectively communicate ideas, opportunities, issues, options, and recommendations to senior leadership
• A self-starter, with a roll-up-the-sleeves mentality; desire to innovate, and work in a hands-on and fast-paced environment
• This role requires frequent travel, with some months exceeding 50% of the time away overnight
• Must possess or have the ability to secure a Secret Department of War Security Clearance
• Master's degree in business administration or engineering
• Familiarity with Federal Acquisition Process (FAR/IDIQ)

Benefits

• Flexible Time Off (FTO), empowering employees to take the time they need to recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balance
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their families, with a significant portion of premiums covered by the company and many benefits paid at 100% for employees
• Flexible, affordable gym memberships with 12,700+ options nationwide, including 24 Hour Fitness, EoS Fitness, Crunch Fitness, Anytime Fitness, Blink Fitness, Chuze Fitness, and more! No long-term contracts and FREE on-demand workout videos before you enroll
• 401(k) retirement plan with a 50% company match on contributions up to 8%, supporting long-term financial security
• Company wellness programs that support physical and mental well-being
• Additional voluntary benefits and employee support resources
• The opportunity to work alongside a highly talented team in an innovative, mission-driven environment

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