Business Development Director - University of North Dakota (UND) Partnership
Voyager Technologies is seeking an innovative Business Development Director to lead the partnership with the University of North Dakota (UND). This role focuses on establishing two key initiatives: the Voyager and UND National Security Initiative Technologies and Product Development program, and the Voyager Science Park (VISTA) base of operations at UND. The position aims to translate the collaboration between UND, Voyager, and VISTA into scalable programs and deployable capabilities that serve both commercial space markets and U.S. national security objectives.
The Business Development Director will be responsible for designing and executing programs aligned with national security, defense, commercial space, and dual-use technologies. Key duties include translating UND's research strengths into programs supporting space superiority and autonomy, coordinating with defense and commercial stakeholders to ensure program relevance, and developing joint funding strategies to sustain collaborative research and workforce pipelines. Additionally, the role involves integrating UND facilities into Voyager and VISTA offerings and guiding the development of infrastructure supporting space and defense missions.
Candidates must possess a bachelor's degree in engineering, business, or a related field, along with at least seven years of leadership experience in aerospace, defense, space systems, research organizations, or innovation ecosystems. The role requires demonstrated experience working on multi-stakeholder research or technology programs, familiarity with national security or dual-use technology environments, and strong program management and partnership development skills. The ability to operate effectively with universities, government agencies, and industry partners is essential, as is the willingness to travel up to 30% to Voyager headquarters and other locations.
Voyager offers a comprehensive total compensation package, including a competitive salary, a discretionary annual bonus plan, paid time off, a comprehensive health benefits package, retirement savings, and a wellness program. Joining Voyager means becoming part of a dynamic community dedicated to innovation and excellence in the defense and space technology sectors.