Space Mission Director: Capture & Growth Lead

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defense unicornsColorado Springs (CO)

Military Officer Special and Tactical Operations Leaders, All Other Space Research and Technology

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About the role

Defense Unicorns is seeking mission-driven Mission Directors to lead full-lifecycle capture efforts across the Space ecosystem. In this high-impact role, you will shape and lead strategic pursuits that align Defense Unicorns’ unique strengths—secure software delivery, Dev Sec Ops, tactical edge enablement, and cybersecurity—with emerging government needs. You will own the acquisition of new Mission Heroes from early qualification through proposal, driving win strategies, forming key partnerships,

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