Director of Business Development, Space

At Winchester Interconnect, we always do the right thing, the right way.

Winchester Interconnect is committed to inspiring the most innovative teams. We foster a dynamic, inclusive environment that thrives on collaboration and continuous growth. We hire exceptional people, celebrate wins, empower employee growth, and provide opportunities to thrive. Winchester is where potential transforms into purpose, and every team member plays a vital role in shaping our shared success.

Position Summary:

We are seeking a driven and experienced individual to lead strategic engagements with our key Space sector customers and actively drive expansion into new target customers, including those in space-related defense. This role is crucial for strengthening our existing client relationships and identifying, qualifying, and securing new opportunities in the rapidly evolving space and defense market.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, business, or related field preferred; interconnect experience is desirable
• 10+ years of experience in business development, account management, or sales within the aerospace, space, or defense industry
• Strong existing network or demonstrated ability to develop relationships with key stakeholders in aerospace and defense
• Comprehensive knowledge of the region's space and defense ecosystem (e.g., primes, government agencies, tech startups, research centers)
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills
• Ability to work independently and travel as needed

Our core values - Accountability, Collaboration, and Empowerment
(ACE) - are the foundation of how we operate and drive success. You will take ownership of your contributions, collaborate with a team that gets stuff done, and be empowered to innovate and pursue bold initiatives that drive our business forward.

Are You Our Next ACE?

• Serve as the primary point of contact for our existing key Space customers, ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction
• Develop a deep understanding of customer needs, business drivers, and market trends in the Space and Space Defense sectors
• Identify new business opportunities and establish relationships with target accounts, including those in space-based defense, commercial space, satellite, and related sectors
• Lead the full sales cycle: prospecting, qualification, proposal development, negotiation, and closing
• Collaborate with internal teams (engineering, program management, product management, executive leadership) to align solutions with customer requirements and identify potential improvements or innovations.
• Represent the company at industry events, conferences, and relevant networking forums within the region
• Maintain and update CRM records, sales forecasts, and regular progress reports

Systems You'll Use:

• Google Enterprise
• BambooHR
• Paycom & ADP

Pay Transparency:

Winchester Interconnect Corporation is committed to pay transparency. The pay range for this position is $190,000-$220,000 (DOE). Exact salary will be contingent upon your experience, education, skills, and any other factors Winchester Interconnect Corporation considers relevant to the hiring decision.

For a sneak peek into some of our benefits and to learn more about our career opportunities, click here https://www.winconn.com/jobs/.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. In addition to federal law requirements, Winchester Interconnect complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.

Winchester Interconnect expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.

***Candidate Inquiries Only-No Third-Parties***