Stratolaunch is a technology accelerator that engineers operationally realistic testing at Mach 5+. Our air-launched, Talon testbeds are reusable, cost-effective platforms that enable routine access to the hypersonic environment. We deliver flight data critical to validating system performance and achieving rapid technology deployment. Together with our customers, we drive innovations that are imperative to advancing national security.
The Business Development Operations Analyst supports the end-to-end business development process by coordinating across teams to track and transition opportunities from identification to closure. Reporting to the Senior Capture Manager, this position plays a pivotal role in ensuring pipeline data integrity, facilitating communication, and supporting decision-making through analysis and reporting. This is a high-visibility, early-career role with growth potential into capture management or broader business development functions.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
- Maintain pipeline data and perform data analysis in support of weekly BD reviews and long-range planning
- Coordinate and facilitate gate reviews, tracking follow-up items and decisions
- Support proposal strategy, organization, and delivery in collaboration with capture and technical leads
- Identify, develop, and implement efficient BD workflows in coordination with the Capture Manager and VP of Business Development
- Analyze customer budgets, market trends, and competitive behaviors to support pursuit prioritization
- Assist in executing the company’s customer call and engagement plans, ensuring meeting records are tracked and updated
- Collaborate with internal teams including Advanced Programs, Program Management, and Executive Leadership to support capture success and accurate forecasting
QUALIFICATIONS
- Excellent communication skills demonstrated through written and oral presentations, technical writing, or proposal development
- Experience or familiarity with federal acquisition processes and government solicitation platforms (e.g., SAM.gov, beta.SAM)
- Team-oriented with an outward mindset and strong interpersonal skills
- Detail-oriented and highly organized, able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor’s degree required
- Sr. Level, ($127,000- $160,000) 5-10 years of relevant experience in business development, strategy, operations analysis, capture support, or related fields
- Current Secret or higher-level security clearance required
Special remarks regarding work environment, if applicable
- This position is located in the Washington D.C. metro area, with consideration for hybrid or remote work arrangements
- Travel required to Huntsville, AL., Mojave Spaceport, Dayton, OH and other domestic locations
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Benefits and our location(s):
- 9/80 schedule
- Healthcare (medical, dental, vision, prescription drugs)
- Paid Maternity and Parental Leave
- 50% company match per contributed dollar into 401(k) savings plan, up to $11,500
- Tuition reimbursement
This position may involve the operation of company vehicles as part of assigned duties.
Mojave Air & Spaceport is located 95 miles north of Los Angeles. To outsiders it may seem like it is the middle-of-nowhere, but it offers both affordability and central access to a variety of California’s best attractions and landmarks. Hikers will find themselves within a 2-3 hours distance of some of the best state and national parks, including Yosemite and Sequoia in the Sierra Nevada Mountains. Skiers will delight in being closely distanced to world-class resorts at Mammoth Mountain, Mountain High, and Big Bear. Beachgoers can find plenty of sand, sun, and sunsets at both Southern and Central California beaches like Ventura, Huntington, Santa Monica, and Pismo. The area also offers plenty of rural area for off-roading and horseback riding enthusiasts.
Not much for the outdoors and prefer the city life? You’re within a half day’s drive or less of Los Angeles, San Diego, Las Vegas, and San Francisco where you can find a variety of live entertainment, museums, tours, and historical sight-seeing. Theme parks are in abundance, with Six Flags Magic Mountain, Disneyland, and Knotts Berry Farm ready to meet the needs of rollercoaster thrill seekers.
Food and drink fanatics are in a haven of delectable choices. Wine aficionados will also find easy access to some of the state’s best vino in Paso Robles, Santa Ynez, and even more locally in Tehachapi and Agua Dulce. Beer fanatics will find some of the best West Coast IPAs at Bravery and Lucky Luke’s in Lancaster. Any food option you crave is covered, and we always recommend the authentic and fresh Mexican food that you won’t find anywhere else in the United States.
Stratolaunch is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at our company. We encourage people from all walks of life to apply, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. Our management team does not tolerate discrimination or harassment at any point during our employees’ and applicants’ time with us, especially with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities, and general treatment during employment. For purposes of transparency, U.S. Citizenship may be required for some positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.
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What We Do
Stratolaunch LLC designs, manufactures, and launches aerospace vehicles and technologies to fulfill several important national needs, including the need to significantly advance U.S. hypersonic flight test capabilities and help improve the nation’s ability to design and operate cutting edge hypersonic vehicles. Our hypersonic testbeds will provide customizable, reusable, and affordable access to the Mach 5+ flight regime. We are delivering the world’s premiere hypersonic flight test services.
Why Work With Us
We offer customers the ability to perform risk reduction via affordable and routine flight test for their critical technologies. We offer an operationally realistic environment, enabling us to test in the subsonic, supersonic, and hypersonic flight regimes. With our reusable and low-cost system, customers can rapidly iterate the design of their t
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