USG Capture 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.

This role, USG Capture Manager, will support the USG Sales team in shaping and capturing U.S. government business opportunities. The ideal candidate has experience both as a user of space systems and as a developer of space capabilities, specifically within the Intelligence and Special Operations communities.

Responsibilities:

• Support the building of relationships and interact 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 Astranis offerings.
• 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.

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.