Sierra Nevada Corporation · 1 day ago
Sr Manager, Business Development
Herndon, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
8+ years expSierra Nevada Corporation is a global leader in aerospace and national security, and they are seeking a Senior Business Development Manager. In this role, you will define and analyze business development opportunities, develop strategies, and influence stakeholders while staying current on market trends and customer needs.
AerospaceCyber SecurityHardwareNavigationProduct DesignSecuritySoftware
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Define and analyze critical new business development opportunities
Develop and execute capture/growth strategies
Influence stakeholders and customers on win strategies
Assist in driving capture and BD lifecycle opportunities
Develop foundations for the win strategy
Assist in defining technical approach for each new product development/planning activity that directly relates to the needs, issues and challenges of the customer
Stay current on market trends, key customer budgets, and future customer needs through independent research
Provide analysis on competitive RFPs to understand customer requirements
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in a related field of study
Relevant experience may substitute for required education
Typically, 8+ years of progressive business development experience, which includes 6+ years of management experience
Knowledgeable in space based assets and/or radio frequency applications
Thorough knowledge and understanding of business development, capture management and opportunity identification and qualification
Familiarity with program management, science and engineering programs, acquisition processes
Demonstrated ability to work with senior business and government leaders and to provide leadership within the workplace
Working knowledge and experience with engineering support acquisition organizations
Experience developing account plans and capture plans for new business opportunities
Background in the Aerospace and Defense Industry, the US Department of Defense (Civilian), NASA/Civil or commercial space and/or US Military, with an understanding of defense, aerospace, intelligence, and adjacent markets
An active Top Secret with SCI eligibility U.S. Security Clearance is required
Preferred
4+ years demonstrated capture or similar Civilian Department of Defense (DoD) experience
Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills (Oral, written and presentation) and an exquisite attention to detail
Demonstrated passion for ideation and innovation, as well as motivating others to act by creating a shared sense of vision or purpose
Ability to quickly grasp technical concepts and understand complex technical and program interdependencies
Possess a strategic mindset, linking technology and business
Team oriented with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Working knowledge of US Government budgeting and DoD acquisition processes
Experience with industry-specific research tools
Advanced skills with the Microsoft Office Suite, to include PowerPoint and Excel functions
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision plans
401(k) with 150% match up to 6%
Life insurance
3 weeks paid time off
Tuition reimbursement
And more
Company
Sierra Nevada Corporation
Sierra Nevada Corporation is an aerospace and defense contractor.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
John Reifenberg
Senior Director of Technology - Entrepreneurship
Recent News
2025-12-02
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