Business Development Lead, Software Solutions Engineering

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Rocket Lab

Compensation

$100,000 - $140,000/year

Littleton, CO

On-site

Posted March 13, 2026

Job Description

ABOUT ROCKET LAB

Rocket Lab is an end-to-end space company delivering responsive launch services, complete spacecraft design and manufacturing, payloads, satellite components, and more – all with the goal of opening access space. 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 become the second most frequently launched U.S. rocket annually and has delivered more than 230 satellites to orbit, all while we work to develop Neutron, our upcoming medium-lift, reusable launch vehicle for larger constellation deployment. Our Space Systems business designs and builds our extensive line of satellites, payloads, and their components, including spacecraft that have been selected to support NASA missions to the Moon and Mars and components used on the James Webb Space Telescope.

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT

Rocket Lab’s 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.

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT LEAD, SOFTWARE SOLUTIONS ENGINEERING

Based out of Rocket Lab's site in Littleton, CO, the Business Development Lead is a key interface between Rocket Lab’s space software customers and the engineering and management teams, to design and propose space software solutions. You will report directly to the Director of Business Development, Software Products, and your primary responsibilities will include:

WHAT YOU’LL GET TO DO:

Apply engineering skills and problem-solving to design and propose solutions to customer needs using Rocket Lab's space software products
Develop interactive product demonstrations to showcase our space software
Support proposals for new business opportunities in collaboration with the business development and engineering teams
Work with the business development team to monitor business performance, forecast demand, and present to the Finance and Executive teams
Collaborate with the Communications and Business Development teams in generating marketing materials
Remain current on the latest satellite competitive landscape, customer and market trends to inform technology roadmaps
Travel to relevant conferences and customer locations to support business development activities

YOU’LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's degree in engineering or other technical discipline
5+ years of professional experience in an engineering role within the aerospace industry
U.S. citizenship is required, due to program requirements

THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE:

Experience developing software for autonomous vehicles operating in harsh environments, such as satellites
Experience with satellite operations
Proficiency in C++, Python or similar programming languages
Highly organized and able to solve problems independently, with strong attention to detail
Ability to collaborate effectively with team members having diverse skillsets and expertise
Ability to communicate complex issues in a digestible manner for customers, staff, and executives
Excellent written and verbal communi