Global Government Launch Services Manager - Active TS/SCI Clearance

Global Government Launch Services Manager - Active TS/SCI Clearance

Rocket Lab is an end-to-end space company delivering responsive launch services, complete spacecraft design and manufacturing, payloads, satellite components, and more all with the goal of opening access space. The rockets and satellites we build, and launch enable some of the most ambitious and vital space missions globally, supporting scientific exploration, Earth observation and missions to combat climate change, national security, and exciting new technology demonstrations.

Our Electron rocket has become the second most frequently launched U.S. rocket annually and has delivered more than 230 satellites to orbit, all while we work to develop Neutron, our upcoming medium-lift, reusable launch vehicle for larger constellation deployment. Our Space Systems business designs and builds our extensive line of satellites, payloads, and their components, including spacecraft that have been selected to support NASA missions to the Moon and Mars and components used on the James Webb Space Telescope.

Global Government Launch Services Manager - Active TS/SCI Clearance

Based out of Rocket Lab's site in Littleton, CO, the Global Government Launch Services 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 Global Government Launch Services 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.

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 market analysis, 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:

• Bachelor's degree in an engineering or business discipline
• 8+ years of experience in the aerospace industry
• Familiarity with proposal development and business capture
• Understanding of global government space markets
• Active TS/SCI clearance

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:

• Position requires up to 60% domestic and international travel
• 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): $115,000 - $175,000 USD