National Security Programs Development Manager

Astranis builds advanced satellites for high orbits, expanding humanity's reach into the solar system. Today Astranis satellites provide dedicated, secure networks to highly-sophisticated customers across the globe – large enterprises, sovereign governments, and the US military.

As a National Security Programs Development Manager, you will support the USG Sales team in shaping and capturing U.S. government business opportunities. You will have experience both as a user of space systems as well as developer of space capabilities, specifically within the Intelligence and Special Operations communities.

Responsibilities:

• Support the building of relationships and interacting with Astranis customers and partners within the Intelligence and Special Operations communities
• Develop materials in support of customer interactions, including preparation of written materials, talking papers, and briefings
• Develop, manage, and support proposal activities, including proposal leadership, development, and writing of proposals
• Improve awareness of Astranis solutions within the USG space communities by identifying key decision-makers in Intelligence and Special Operations organizations
• Track USG programs of interest, including budget, Congressional actions, industry participation, and technical requirements
• Assess competitor capabilities and offerings to understand the competitiveness of our offerings across USG and commercial markets
• Identify opportunities for industry partnerships to expand Astranis systems capabilities, product offerings, and access to USG pursuits
• Represent Astranis in related trade associations, coalitions, and conferences

Requirements:

• B.S. or B.A. in engineering or hard science
• At least 5 years of experience in field operations, engineering, program management, corporate strategy, or USG sales/business development
• Working knowledge of USG intelligence and special operations communities
• Willingness and ability to travel as needed, up to 40% of time
• Strong motivation to form product offerings to expand USG market share
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• US Citizen
• Eligible to obtain a TS/SCI Security Clearance
• Less than 5 years since previously active TS//SCI Security Clearance
• Willing to submit to a Counterintelligence Polygraph

Benefits:

• Compensation package that includes equity and robust benefits
• Base pay is $150,000-$225,000 USD
• Significant equity package via incentive stock options
• High-quality company-subsidized healthcare, disability and life insurance, 401(k) retirement planning, flexible PTO, and free on-site catered meals