Apex Space
Business Development Director, US Government Markets
$175K–$600K
Los Angeles · On-site · Director · Full-time · Posted Sep 21, 2026
- Experience
- 5+ years; no alternatives stated.
- Visa sponsorship
- Applicants must qualify as a U.S. Person or be able to obtain required U.S. export authorizations.
About the job
Leads full-cycle business development and sales for Apex’s US Government markets, securing bookings with new and existing government prime contractor accounts.
What you'll do
- Identify, qualify, and close US Government opportunities; own deals from lead identification through contract signature.
- Develop account strategies and win plans, maintain a qualified pipeline, and ensure accurate forecasting and CRM records.
- Build customer relationships and represent Apex at industry events and meetings; share market feedback to inform product, pricing, and positioning.
What they ask for
- 5+ years in business development or sales, with experience in US Government space markets.
- Experience in a quota-carrying or otherwise high-pressure role.
- Experience developing and executing account and deal strategies for enterprise transactions with multiple stakeholders.
- Deep understanding of satellite markets, including customer funding, acquisition models, and prime/subcontractor dynamics; must meet stated export-control eligibility.
Nice to have
- Technical background such as aerospace engineering, systems engineering, or a related field.
Pay
$175,000.00 - $600,000.00 USD total compensation
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