Global Commercial Launch Services Manager

ABOUT ROCKET LAB

Rocket Lab is a global leader in launch and space systems. The rockets and satellites we build and launch enable some of the most ambitious and vital space missions globally supporting scientific exploration Earth observation and missions to combat climate change national security and exciting new technology demonstrations. Our Electron rocket has provided reliable access to orbit since 2018 becoming one of the most frequently launched rockets in the world. Neutron will be our next rocket on the launch pad an advanced 13tonne payload class reusable rocket to launch the mega constellations of the future. Our space systems business includes our extensive line of satellites and components that have enabled more than 1700 missions including the James Webb Space Telescope NASA Psyche Mission Artemis I Mars Ingenuity helicopter and more.

Join our pioneering team and launch your career to new heights!

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT

Rocket Labs Business Development team is responsible for connecting customers across government and commercial sectors with our industry leading mission solutions spanning launch and space systems. They work closely with new and existing customers to understand their needs and develop tailored solutions to deliver their missions. Building and maintaining relationships with customers and internally with engineering and operations teams is at the core of our Business Development team. They have their fingers on the pulse of the space industry and are driven to deliver results for our customers and our business.

GLOBAL COMMERCIAL LAUNCH SERVICES MANAGER

Based out of Rocket Labs site in Littleton CO the Global Commercial Launch Services Director is responsible for capturing commercial revenue (business development and sales) to enable Rocket Labs sustained operations and growth. You will oversee key commercial customer accounts including Electron and Neutron launch vehicles; and Dedicated Primary Rideshare and Rideshare launch services.

WHAT YOULL GET TO DO:

• Develop and oversee the Global Commercial Launch Services strategy business development and sales
• Support Global Launch Services commercial quote and proposal development
• Execute winning strategies to rapidly grow new commercial business worldwide
• Utilize professional network business development techniques and product knowledge to market launch services on the Electron and Neutron launch vehicles/mission services
• Collaborate with marketing team to formulate strategy for aerospace industry conferences and networking events
• Develop marketing materials such as presentations user guides and website content
• Identify and capture new customer accounts
• Convert leads to quotes by leveraging industryleading tools (i.e. Salesforce CRM) and draft Launch Service Agreements (LSAs)
• Coordinate mission performance requirements with technical teams
• Maintain updated satellite market analysis and inform senior leadership and technical teams of any relevant trends or changes
• Host important customers during strategic company events launches and press announcements

YOULL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelors degree in engineering or business discipline
• 8 years of experience in the aerospace industry
• Experience with proposal development and business capture

THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE:

• Masters degree in engineering or business discipline
• Experience with leadership/management
• Thorough understanding of global space markets
• Experience with strategic business planning business development and sales in aerospace or other highly technical industry

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Position requires approximately 50 domestic and international travel
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision distance vision peripheral vision depth perception and the ability to focus
• Regularly required to sit use hands and fingers operate computer keyboard and controls and communicate verbally and in writing
• Must be physically able to commute to buildings
• Occasional exposure to dust fumes and moderate levels of noise

WHAT TO EXPECT

Were on a mission to unlock the potential of space to improve life on Earth but thats not an easy task. It takes hard work determination relentless innovation teamwork grit and an unwavering commitment to achieving what others often deem impossible. Our people outthink outwork and outpace. We pride ourselves on having each others backs checking our egos at the door and rolling up our sleeves on all tasks big and small. We thrive under pressure work to tight deadlines and our focus is always on how we can deliver rather than dwelling on the challenges that stand in the way.

Important information:

FOR CANDIDATES SEEKING TO WORK IN US OFFICES ONLY:

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) Rocket Lab Employees must be a U.S. citizen lawful U.S. permanent resident (i.e. current Green Card holder) or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce as applicable. Learn more about ITAR here.

Rocket Lab provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment at Rocket Lab including recruiting hiring placement promotion termination layoff recall transfer leaves of absence compensation and training.

Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for the application/interview process for a job in the United States should contact Giulia Johnson at This dedicated resource is intended solely to assist job seekers with disabilities whose disability prevents them from being able to apply/interview. Only messages left for this purpose will be considered. A response to your request may take up to two business days.

FOR CANDIDATES SEEKING TO WORK IN NEW ZEALAND OFFICES ONLY:

For security reasons background checks will be undertaken prior to any employment offers being made to an applicant. These checks will include nationality checks as it is a requirement of this position that you be eligible to access equipment and data regulated by the United States International Traffic in Arms Regulations.

Under these Regulations you may be ineligible for this role if you do not hold citizenship of Australia Japan New Zealand Switzerland the European Union or a country that is part of NATO or if you hold ineligible dual citizenship or nationality. For more information on these Regulations click hereITAR Regulations.