Business Development Manager - Space Electronics

Business Development Manager – Space ElectronicsVoyager is an innovative space, defense, and national security technology company committed to advancing and delivering transformative, mission-critical solutions. We tackle the most complex challenges to unlock new frontiers for human progress, fortify national security, and protect critical assets to lead in the race for technological and operational superiority from ground to space.The Business Development Manager – Space Electronics, will develop and execute business development plans. They will create, advance, and win recurring business with new and existing customers, drive bookings (sales), increase revenue, and position the business for robust growth in alignment with financial objectives. They will serve as a vested member of the Voyager Space Electronics team, marketing and selling electronic components to position Voyager as a key enabler of emerging satellite constellations. They will engage customers from the US Federal Government, allied nations, foreign and domestic industrial base vendors, and developers of the emerging space economy, to empower requirements. This role reports to the Senior Director of Business Development – Space Electronics.In this role, the essential functions are:Develops and executes 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.Tracks emerging markets and trends; proposes and develops solutions including new offerings or strategic partnerships to address evolving competition, pricing, and demand.Empowers 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.Engages customers and vendors to understand and shape pre-solicitation efforts. Fulfills requests for information (RFI), requests for proposals (RFP), and other partner and customer requests.Executes Pursue, Bid, and Proposal process. Maintains pristine pipeline hygiene reporting.Fosters an entrepreneurial growth culture throughout the company and across all teams and work functions.Required Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in engineering, science or management fields; master's degree in business administration or engineering preferred.5+ years executing product sales, business development, or growth efforts within a technology, defense, or aerospace company; experience with communications, guidance, navigation and control and/or compute space electronics products is preferredExperience executing business development activities, including briefing executive leadership.Ability to distill complex technical, programmatic, or business topics into clear, concise executive-level messaging and briefings that enable efficient decision-making.Demonstrated attention to detail with a strong commitment to producing accurate, high-quality work products, proposals, presentations, and customer communications with minimal oversight.Demonstrated ability to leverage AI-powered tools to accelerate business development workflows, including opportunity research, proposal development, customer correspondence, gate review preparation, and cross-functional pipeline management in a fast-paced, multi-program environment.Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; ability to communicate with prospective customers and clients, partners, vendors, and the press.Must possess or have the ability to secure a Secret Department of War Security ClearanceTravel, Physical and/or Government Mandated Requirements:Must be willing to travel up to 25% of the time to meet business objectivesThe good faith base salary range for this role is $140,000 - $150,000 at the time of this posting. Where you fall within the range depends on your experience, skills, and location. This range reflects base salary only and does not include benefits or bonus/incentive. This range may be adjusted in the future.Voyager offers a highly competitive total compensation package designed to support the well-being, growth, and success of our employees. Employees benefit from a flexible and comprehensive rewards program that supports both professional and personal well-being.Flexible Time Off (FTO), empowering employees to take the time they need to recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balanceComprehensive 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 employeesFlexible, 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 enroll401(k) retirement plan with a 50% company match on contributions up to 8%, supporting long-term financial securityCompany wellness programs that support physical and mental well-beingAdditional voluntary benefits and employee support resourcesThe opportunity to work alongside a highly talented team in an innovative, mission-driven environmentVoyager is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) (22 CFR Parts 120–130) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) (15 CFR Parts 730–774), applicants for this position must be a U.S. Person: a US Citizen, a lawful permanent resident of the U.S., or a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3). Applicants must be eligible to obtain any required export authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or the U.S. Department of Commerce.Minority/Female/Disabled/VeteranThe statements contained in this job description are intended to describe the general content and requirements for performance of this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter the scope of work within the framework of this job description at any time without prior notice.California pay range$140,000 - $150,000 USD