Business Development Manager, Federal ISR
Mid-level Business Development role at spire. Washington DC · $101,000–$123,000 base.
Growth Roles summary, based on the employer's posting.
What you'll do
- Build and carry out a growth plan for Spire’s Space Services across federal and commercial markets
- Find and pursue government and commercial contract opportunities, including RFPs and RFQs
- Develop relationships with federal agency leaders, prime contractors, and other government stakeholders
- Lead complex deal negotiations and guide opportunities through extended sales cycles
- Work with engineering, product, and pre-sales teams to shape solutions around customer needs
What you bring
- Bring at least one year of full-desk business-to-government sales experience
- Show experience managing lasting business relationships that lead to high-value contracts
- Understand commercial and federal space markets, industry trends, and competitive dynamics
- Communicate, negotiate, lead, and collaborate effectively across teams
Who this fits
You’ll suit a business development professional focused on federal and commercial space sales, long relationship cycles, and complex negotiations. You’ll work from Spire’s Vienna, Virginia office at least three days each week under its hybrid model. The role may involve U.S. export-controlled technology, and a conditional offer requires a background check.
From the employer
As a Business Development Manager, you’ll be responsible for driving growth through securing new business opportunities and expanding the market presence of Spire’s Space Services product portfolio within the U.S. Federal market. This role offers one the opportunity to jumpstart their career within the space industry, engaging key stakeholders in the government and commercial sectors to give business growth.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and execute a comprehensive business development strategy to drive revenue and market expansion within the U.S. Federal Government and commercial sectors.
- Identify and secure new government and commercial contracts, leveraging industry connections and market insights including RFP/RFQ and others for Spire to bid on.
- Cultivate strong relationships with key stakeholders, including U.S. Federal agency leaders, prime contractors, and government agencies.
- Lead negotiations for complex, high-value deals and manage long sales cycles.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, product development, and pre-sales technical solutions to align solutions with customer needs.
- Initiate or support various projects in your territory, that can range from complex negotiations with our partners to specific marketing initiatives.
- Represent the company at industry events, trade shows, and conferences to enhance brand visibility and generate new opportunities.
Basic Skills/Qualifications:
- 1+ years of full desk B2G sales experience
- Experience managing long-term business relationships to securing high contracts
- Understanding of the commercial and Federal space markets, industry trends and competitive landscape
- Excellent communication, negotiation and leadership skills
- Ability to collaborate cross-functionally to support business goals
Preferred Skills/Qualifications:
- Previous experience in the military or a comparable high-demand, high-discipline civilian role
- Proficiency within a Sales software (Salesforce, HubSpot, LinkedIn Sales Navigator, etc)
Additional Information:
This role offers a base salary (range listed) and a competitive commission structure which is defined by candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience along with business considerations
Spire operates a hybrid work model, and this position will require you to work a minimum of three days per week in the Washington, D.C. (Vienna, VA) office.
Access to US export-controlled software and/or technology may be required for this role. If needed, Spire will arrange the necessary licenses—this is not something candidates need to have before applying. #Li-RK1
The anticipated base salary range for this position is listed below. Final base salary for this role will be based on the location, skills, experience and qualifications. In addition to base compensation, this role is eligible for commissions and annual equity awards. This role is also eligible for our employee benefits program, including vacation, sick, and personal time off; optional medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage; a 401(K) plan; health and wellness reimbursement program; and participation in Spire’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
Global Perks
🛰️ Name Your Satellite Program (NYSP)
🚀 Launch Attendance
🌴 Generous Time Off Policy
🎓 Education Assistance Program
🥰 Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
📈 Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)
👣 Family Leave
💪 Fitness Reimbursement
🧡 Employee Referral Program
🍉 Healthy snacks & beverages in every office
About Spire
We improve life on Earth with data from space.
Spire Global is a space-to-cloud analytics company that owns and operates the largest multi-purpose constellation of satellites. Its proprietary data and algorithms provide the most advanced maritime, aviation, and weather tracking in the world. In addition to its constellation, Spire’s data infrastructure includes a global ground station network and 24/7 operations that provide real-time global coverage of every point on Earth.
Spire is Global and our success draws upon the diverse viewpoints, skills and experiences of our employees. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or veteran status.
To help maintain a safe and secure workplace for Spire employees, all candidates who receive a conditional offer will be required to complete a background check. This may include criminal history and employment verification.
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