Business Development Director with Security Clearance

BlueHalo, an AV company, is seeking an experienced and strategic Business Development individual to lead the Defense and Interagency Business Unit (DISBU) -wide services growth initiatives in the space market, to include ground and space segments, across all customer, including defense, civil, commercial, and international markets and addition ally strategic service opportunities in the US Space Force/ Air Force . The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in space systems , with technical expertise in satellite communications, satellite operations, space ISR and /or space control, and a proven track record of developing and capturing large prime services business opportunities. Key Responsibilities * Develop and execute business development strategies to expand our portfolio in the aero space sector . * Identify, qualify, and pursue new business opportunities with defense, commercial, civil, and international customers. * Collaborate with profit & loss, technical leadership , strategy, and capture teams to shape customer requirements and influence procurement strategies. * Lead key and support all proposal development efforts, including capture planning, teaming strategies, and pricing strategies. * Represent the company at industry conferences, customer meetings, and proposal orals. * Work with government relations and strategy teams to monitor market trends and customer needs to shape long-term business planning and investment decisions. * Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including USSF, USAF, NASA, NOAA, international space agencies, commercial satellite providers, and space system primes. * Drive growth through accelerated expansion into operations, maintenance, and sustainment (OM&S) and training/readiness services contracts across the aerospace sector and research and development (R&D) services contracts in c ivil space . This position is based in Albuquerque, NM and will require 50% travel. Qualifications Required: * Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Physics, Business, or related field (Master's preferred). * Minimum 10 years of business development or program management experience in the aerospace/space industry. * Deep knowledge of satellite payload systems, ground and space communications / space control architectures. * Familiarity with acquisition processes for government (e.g., FAR/DFARS) and commercial markets. * Demonstrated ability to lead complex capture efforts and win competitive bids. * Familiarity with Shipley business development and proposal processes, including capture planning and proposal development best practices. * Proficiency with CRM platforms (e.g., Salesforce, Microsoft Dynamics) for pipeline management and reporting. * Active Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility Preferred: * Experience working with or for organizations such as U.S. Space Force, U.S. Air Force, Intelligence agencies, NASA, or large space primes. * Background in mission services, particularly in space defense, intelligence community programs, or military training/readiness support. * Knowledge of emerging technologies in optical communications, quantum links, or software-defined payloads. * Active TS/SCI level security clearancebfb3568a-762b-4989-884b-a9682aa104ca