Apply on Employer Site

Auriga Space · 19 hours ago

Business Development – Defense & Space (All Levels)

LA Metro Area

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Auriga Space is revolutionizing propulsion by developing electromagnetic launch systems that offer significant advantages in launch cost, reliability, frequency, and responsiveness compared to rockets. They are looking for strategic and driven individuals to join their business development team to lead engagement with the Department of Defense and related agencies, focusing on defense adoption of their technology.

AerospaceGovernmentHardwareNational SecuritySpace Travel

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Lead Auriga’s defense go-to-market strategy, identifying opportunities aligned with DoD priorities across hypersonics, space, and missile defense

Build and maintain deep relationships across government agencies, defense primes, commercial partners and research labs to shape future programs and position Auriga as a trusted partner

Work closely with leadership to define and prioritize business development objectives, and develop capture plans for key opportunities

Help define and negotiate teaming agreements, partnerships, and strategic initiatives with other contractors or collaborators

Personally lead and develop white papers, pitch decks, and proposals for defense contracts, coordinating inputs from technical and operational teams

Collaborate with management and engineers to ensure alignment between defense customer needs and internal development priorities

Track opportunities through the full business development lifecycle, from early engagement and shaping to award and transition to execution

Partner with engineering and operations to tailor deliverables to defense customers and partners

Represent Auriga at conferences, industry days, and closed-door briefings

Contribute to policy and strategy discussions around hypersonics, launch resilience, and next-generation missile defense

Qualification

Government business developmentDefense acquisition processesProposal developmentExisting DoD networksCommunication skillsStrategic thinkingObtain security clearancePresentation skillsRelationship building

Required

5+ years of experience in government business development, capture, or program leadership, preferably in aerospace, defense, or national security sectors

Deep understanding of defense acquisition processes and R&D funding mechanisms (BAAs, OTAs, SBIR/STTR, IDIQs, etc.)

Proven track record of winning contracts and developing trusted relationships with DoD stakeholders

Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to translate complex technical ideas into compelling, mission-driven narratives

Highly proactive, strategic thinker who thrives in a fast-moving, startup-like environment

The ability to obtain a security clearance is required

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State