Full-Time

Director of Business Development

Socom

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Inversion Space

Inversion Space

51-200 employees

Develops low-cost re-entry vehicles for cargo

Aerospace

Compensation Overview

$180k - $250kAnnually

Senior

No H1B Sponsorship

Tampa, FL, USA + 1 more

More locations: Culver City, CA, USA

Hybrid position requiring frequent travel to HQ in Playa Vista, California.

US Citizenship Required

Category
Business Development
Business & Strategy
Requirements
  • Deep background working with SOCOM, AFSOC, MARSOC, etc.
  • Especially experience selling production capabilities to SOCOM
  • Understanding of FAR based contracting and how to use various contracting mechanisms to achieve business goals.
  • 5+ years of BD experience
  • Capable of TS-SCI
  • Capable of traveling 50% of time or more.
Responsibilities
  • Identify and evaluate new business opportunities, including partnerships, collaborations, and strategic alliances, that align with our business objectives and growth targets.
  • Research and analyze market trends, competitor activity, and customer needs to identify untapped opportunities and areas for expansion.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with potential clients, partners, investors, and other key stakeholders to drive business development initiatives.
  • Lead the negotiation and closing of partnerships, contracts, and agreements, ensuring favorable terms and mutual benefits for all parties involved.
  • Develop and deliver compelling presentations, proposals, and pitches to prospective clients, partners, and investors to showcase our value proposition and secure new business opportunities.
  • Stay informed about industry trends, market developments, and emerging technologies to identify new business opportunities and stay ahead of the competition.
  • Track and report on business development activities, including pipeline status, deal progress, and revenue projections, to the leadership team on a regular basis.
  • Represent Inversion at industry events, conferences, and networking opportunities to promote our brand, build relationships, and identify new business opportunities.
  • Provide strategic insights and recommendations to the leadership team based on market research, competitive analysis, and customer feedback to drive business growth and expansion.

Inversion Space develops re-entry vehicles that are designed to return cargo and resources from space at a low cost and with high frequency. Their vehicles enable the safe return of various types of cargo from low-earth orbit and beyond, making the process of returning from space as routine as launching into it. Inversion Space differentiates itself from competitors by focusing on efficiency and reliability in re-entry solutions, catering to clients involved in both space exploration and commercial activities. The company's goal is to support the sustainability and growth of space operations by facilitating the return of valuable resources and materials through service contracts and partnerships with space agencies and private companies.

Company Stage

Series A

Total Funding

$121.6M

Headquarters

Torrance, California

Founded

2021

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

5%

1 year growth

18%

2 year growth

195%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Inversion Space raised $44 million to advance re-entry vehicle development.
  • Awarded $71M by SpaceWERX for next-gen autonomous re-entry vehicles.
  • Growing demand for re-entry solutions aligns with Inversion Space's focus.

What critics are saying

  • Competition from SpaceX and Rocket Lab could impact market share.
  • Technological challenges may delay timelines and increase costs.
  • Regulatory hurdles could pose delays and additional costs.

What makes Inversion Space unique

  • Inversion Space focuses on affordable, high cadence re-entry vehicles for cargo return.
  • The company aims to make space return as common as space launch.
  • Inversion Space develops in-house technology for re-entry vehicles, enhancing cost efficiency.

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