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Director, Business Development National Security
Astroscaleus · Denver, CO, United States · Hybrid · Active · $185,000–$220,000 / year · SmartRecruiters
Job facts
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Company | Astroscaleus |
| Title | Director, Business Development National Security |
| Normalized title | - |
| Department / team | Business Development |
| Location | Denver, CO, United States |
| Work model | Hybrid / Hybrid |
| Employment type | Full Time |
| Salary | $185,000–$220,000 / year |
| Status | active |
| ATS provider | SmartRecruiters |
| Posted / first seen | 2026-05-28 / 2026-05-31 |
| Changed / last seen | 2026-05-31 / 2026-06-06 |
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Description
Astroscale U.S. is dedicated to the global Astroscale vision of ensuring the safe and sustainable development of space for future generations. Astroscale U.S. Inc. is a leading provider of on-orbit servicing solutions — including inspection, transportation, life extension, debris removal and refueling — for the U.S. government and commercial operators around the world. Headquartered in Denver, Colorado, Astroscale U.S. applies world-class rendezvous, proximity operations and docking capabilities, mission design, policy, and economics expertise to solve the complex challenges our customers face.
Astroscale U.S. is currently seeking a Director, Business Development National Security to join our team. This role is a key member of the Astroscale US team and reports directly to the Vice President, Business Development, National Security. The position will be located in the vicinity of Denver or Colorado Springs, CO.
Lead identification, shaping, and capture of national security opportunities within Space Force, Space Command and other Department of War space organizations in the Intermountain United States, directing pursuit strategy and proposal execution for priority programs. Collaborate with engineering teams to develop mission-tailored solutions aligned with national security customer requirements. Support development of sales enablement and thought leadership materials in coordination with Marketing & Communications, Policy, and Government Relations teams. Maintain awareness of the on-orbit services competitive landscape and market trends, contributing to national security and intelligence community sales forecasting and the solutions roadmap. Provide regular reporting to senior leadership on pipeline development, capture progress, and revenue forecasts. Engage regularly with government customers and represent Astroscale U.S. at conferences, industry forums, and stakeholder engagements to strengthen relationships and advance business opportunities.
Experience (one of the following): 15+ years of experience working with or within Space Force, Space Command or other U.S. national security space organizations, with strong knowledge of national security space missions and acquisition processes; or 10+ years of experience in sales or business development within the space, aerospace & defense, or related technology sectors. Must possess or be eligible to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret security clearance. Demonstrated track record of achieving or exceeding sales targets and delivering measurable business growth. Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills, with a reputation for integrity and professionalism in both internal and external engagements. Experience collaborating with technical teams; prior experience as a solutions engineer or in a technical sales role is a plus. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively present, influence, and negotiate with senior government and industry stakeholders. Deep understanding of the U.S. space enterprise, including the U.S. Space Force, U.S. Space Command, the Air Force Research Laboratory, and related organizations. Working knowledge of defense space market trends, operational challenges, and emerging requirements shaping national security space missions.
If you’re passionate about our mission and believe you’d be an outstanding addition to our team, don’t worry about checking every single box—or having a background solely in aerospace or defense. At Astroscale U.S., we’re committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and open-minded environment. We embrace a wide range of perspectives, experiences, and ways of thinking. If you’re excited about contributing to our work and think you’d thrive in this role, we encourage you to apply.
Deadline to apply is June 14, 2026 .
Salary range: $185-220k. The salary range represents the low and high end of the Astroscale U.S. Inc. salary range for this position. Actual salaries will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to experience, knowledge, and ability as applicable to the role.
Please note Astroscale U.S. is a U.S. Government registered, export control compliant company, as such applicants must be a U.S. person or U.S. citizen.
Astroscale U.S. Inc. is an E-Verify employer.
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| Title | Director, Business Development National Security |
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| Location Text | Denver, CO, United States |
| Department | Business Development |
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| Country | United States |
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| Salary Raw | USD 185000-220000 year |
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| Salary Max | 220,000 |
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| Source URL | https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AstroscaleUS/744000129043759-director-business-development-national-security |
| Apply URL | https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AstroscaleUS/744000129043759-director-business-development-national-security?oga=true |
| First Seen At | 2026-05-31 17:33:56Z |
| Last Seen At | 2026-06-06 19:47:42Z |
| Last Checked At | 2026-06-06 19:47:42Z |
| Last Changed At | 2026-05-31 17:33:56Z |
| Inactive At | — |
| Source Posted At | 2026-05-28 22:13:13Z |
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