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Inc.\nAbout Busek\nBusek Co. Inc. is a pioneer in advanced space propulsion and technology. Located in Natick, Massachusetts, we develop innovative solutions that enable the future of space exploration. Our technologies include electric propulsion systems, chemical propulsion systems, advanced materials, and precision-manufactured spacecraft components supporting commercial, civil, and U.S. government space missions.\nAt Busek, employees work on challenging, technically advanced programs alongside talented engineers and scientists in a collaborative environment. Our work directly contributes to the development of next-generation spacecraft and propulsion technologies.\nPosition Overview\nBusek is seeking a Business Development Manager to identify, develop, and pursue new business opportunities across the commercial space, aerospace, defense, and government markets. This individual will help expand Busek’s customer base, build strategic relationships, and position the company’s technologies and capabilities for future programs.\nThe successful candidate will work closely with engineering, program management, executive leadership, and other internal stakeholders to understand customer needs, identify opportunities that align with Busek’s technical capabilities, and develop strategies to secure new business.\nThis role requires a combination of strategic thinking, relationship building, market awareness, and the ability to communicate complex technical solutions to customers and decision-makers.\nKey Responsibilities\nIdentify, evaluate, and develop new business opportunities across commercial space, aerospace, defense, and U.S. government markets.\n\nBuild and maintain relationships with existing and prospective customers, including spacecraft manufacturers, satellite operators, prime contractors, government agencies, and other industry partners.\n\nDevelop and execute business development strategies aligned with Busek’s technology, capabilities, and growth objectives.\n\nMonitor market trends, customer investment priorities, government funding, industry developments, and emerging mission requirements to identify potential opportunities.\n\nIdentify upcoming programs, solicitations, requests for proposals (RFPs), and other business opportunities relevant to Busek’s products and technical capabilities.\n\nWork with engineering and program management to assess customer requirements, determine technical alignment, and develop competitive solutions.\n\nCoordinate the preparation of proposals, capability presentations, pricing inputs, and other customer-facing business development materials.\n\nManage the opportunity pipeline, maintain accurate customer and opportunity records, and provide regular updates on business development activities and potential revenue.\n\nRepresent Busek at industry conferences, trade shows, technical meetings, customer visits, and other business development events.\n\nDevelop strategic partnerships and teaming arrangements that expand Busek’s market reach and increase its ability to compete for new programs.\n\nSupport contract negotiations and customer discussions in coordination with executive leadership and other internal stakeholders.\n\nCollaborate with internal teams to ensure a smooth transition from business development to proposal execution, program kickoff, and ongoing customer engagement.\n\nMaintain an understanding of Busek’s technical capabilities, product portfolio, manufacturing capabilities, and competitive positioning.\n\nQualifications\nBachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Aerospace, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.\n\nExperience in business development, sales, capture management, or strategic account management within the aerospace, space, defense, or advanced technology industries.\n\nDemonstrated ability to identify 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