# Director, National Security Capacity Sales at Astranis

- Company: Astranis
- What the company does: Astranis designs, builds, and operates the world’s most advanced high orbit satellites for sovereign connectivity. Backed by Y Combinator, a16z and Felicis.
- Company website: http://www.astranis.com
- Type: Startups
- Level: Principal and up
- Location: San Francisco, CA
- Work setup: On-site
- Posted: 2026-10-19
- Apply by: 2026-12-03
- Apply: https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/astranis/jobs/4721544006?utm_source=1752vc&utm_medium=careers
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## About the role

Astranis is seeking an experienced, results-driven Sales Director to drive the expansion of our commercial satellite communications (COMSATCOM) capacity across key U.S. Government (USG) markets. In this role, you will lead development, capture, and sales execution across the Department of Defense (DoD), Department of Homeland Security (DHS), and Department of State (DOS). Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.

## What they're looking for

- B.S. or B.A. in engineering, hard sciences, business, or national security studies
- 7+ years of experience in SATCOM sales, SATCOM business development, or SATCOM operational roles within the USG/defense sector
- Strong operational or technical understanding of satellite communications (SATCOM) architectures and USG usage models
- Exceptional written and oral communication skills, with proven ability to brief senior military officers and civilian executives
- Ability and willingness to travel up to 60% of the time
- US Citizenship required. Must hold an active TS/SCI clearance or be eligible to obtain one (active or held within the last 5 years), with willingness to submit to a Counterintelligence Polygraph

Tags: USG Programs

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