Space Industry Business Development SME | Remote | Contract

Space Industry Business Development SME | Remote | Contract

Walker Healthforce is seeking a Space Industry Business Development SME with 15+ years of experience to provide space-industry expertise, business development leadership, and executive relationship development across the commercial and government space ecosystem. This is a Contract opportunity.

Start Date: ASAP
Location: Remote – United States
Hours/Schedule: Monday-Friday, 40 hours; 20–60% travel required based on client and event needs
Worker Type: W2

Core Requirements:

• U.S. citizenship required
• 15+ years of space-industry experience in business development, sales, executive, senior operator, prime, or agency roles
• Deep domain knowledge across SATCOM, earth observation, on-orbit services, and ground infrastructure
• Current network of senior relationships across the commercial and government space ecosystem
• Demonstrated success driving net-new business and building executive relationships
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability and willingness to travel 20–60%
• Ability to engage as a 1099 independent contractor

We Consider It A Bonus If You Also Have:

• U.S. security clearance eligibility; active clearance, additional program read-ins, or SCI eligibility
• Experience commercializing space technology products or services
• Relationships across national security space customers, including U.S. Space Force, Department of Defense, and NASA
• Experience representing an organization at major industry events
• Familiarity with cross-functional, team-based selling motions in professional services

Job Responsibilities:

• Drive business development and net-new relationship growth across priority space-industry sectors
• Develop senior executive relationships across commercial and government space organizations
• Identify, qualify, and help shape new business opportunities and strategic pursuits
• Provide subject matter expertise on space-industry trends, challenges, and opportunities
• Collaborate with sales, technical, and subject matter experts on account and pursuit strategies
• Develop industry-specific reports, presentations, recommendations, and strategic plans
• Participate in client meetings, workshops, and industry events
• Support commercialization of solutions and development of net-new commercial accounts

What We Offer:

• Competitive compensation package
• Weekly pay via Direct Deposit
• Medical, Dental & Vision available
• 401k options

Why Work With Walker?

• Access to our top ranked team of recruiting and placement specialists
• Continuous, one-on-one support from a dedicated engagement manager
• Professional resume development and interview preparation

Contact our Recruiting Team today to experience the Walker Healthforce difference!

About Us:

Walker Healthforce is known as the dominant force of performance, precision, expertise, and integrity in the healthcare consulting community! As a certified WMBE, we provide end-to-end healthcare IT and clinical solutions to hospitals, health systems, and payer organizations, including Fortune 100 firms nationwide. We are healthcare experts, we're custom not commodity and we've been exceeding expectations for nearly 20 years. Join forces with us to experience unparalleled results today!

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.