Director, Business Development

About the role

Redwire Space is a rapidly growing aerospace and defense company advancing new satellite and space systems. We are expanding our presence in the Los Angeles and El Segundo defense-space corridor and are seeking a driven, strategically minded Business Development Manager.

Responsibilities

• Own the full front-end business development lifecycle in the LA/El Segundo market—including new opportunity identification, early qualification, and opportunity shaping.
• Build and expand relationships across Space Systems Command (SSC), including SPOs, program offices, contracting teams, supply chain leaders, and other key influencers.
• Represent a broad set of technologies including GEO Dynamic Space Operations spacecraft, Very Low Earth Orbit (VLEO) spacecraft, & supporting products such as launch interfaces, deployable antennas/structures, & power solutions.
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with major Primes in the region (e.g., Northrop Grumman, Boeing/ Millenium Space Systems, Lockheed Martin, RTX, and emerging space players – Anduril, etc).
• Maintain a forward-looking understanding of SSC and Prime contractor roadmaps, acquisition strategies, and long-term technology priorities.
• Drive the pipeline by sourcing new programs, contract vehicles, and technology insertion opportunities aligned with company capabilities.
• Lead gate-reviews for early-stage pursuits and support development of capture strategies.
• Provide intel on competitive landscape, customer hot buttons, and teaming opportunities.
• Represent the company at key industry events, forums, and customer engagements locally and nationally.
• Work closely with Capture, Engineering, and Executive Leadership to ensure opportunities are aligned with strategic priorities and executable.
• Partner with internal engineering and program teams to align product roadmaps with customer needs; serving as the Voice of Customer expert.

Qualifications

• Bachelor/s Degree or higher, preferably in a technical, business, or strategic discipline
• 16+ years (14+ years with a Master's degree) of experience in a Business Development or similar position, preferably as a hunter - growing the business
• 5+ years of experience in space systems, defense acquisition, or aerospace business development; 10+ preferred
• Direct experience engaging with Space Systems Command (SSC), particularly in LA / El Segundo
• Strong existing network across SSC decision-makers and regional Primes
• Successful track record of identifying and qualifying opportunities >$10M total contract value
• Familiarity with DoW and USSF acquisition processes, FAR/DFARS, and industry BD pipelines
• Active Secret clearance required; TS/SCI strongly preferred

Skills

• Exceptional communication, briefing, and technical storytelling skills
• High energy, self-motivated with a solid work ethic and an ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Collaborative, positive, team player-willingness to jump in and support our team members as needed
• Familiarity with and established contacts in the industry in the LA/El Segundo area

Pay

Pay Range: $215,371 - $240,000