Joblaze summary

The Director of International Growth at Northwood Space is responsible for driving business development and expanding the company's presence in international markets by engaging with foreign government and commercial space stakeholders. This role requires expertise in international space market dynamics, sovereign procurement, and partnership structures, along with a strong background in business development or program strategy. Ideal candidates will have significant experience in the space sector, particularly with sovereign programs or international operators, and established relationships within these ecosystems.

Joblaze insights

Listed 3 days ago — first seen on Joblaze November 8, 2026. Last confirmed on Northwood Space's careers page November 10, 2026.
This exact title is also open at 1 other location at Northwood Space: Torrance, CA.

Quick facts

Is the Director, International Growth role remote?: No — this is an on-site role in Torrance, CA.
How much experience is required?: At least 10 years of relevant experience for this Director, International Growth role.
Where is the role based?: Northwood Space is hiring for this position in Torrance, CA.
Does Northwood Space sponsor work visas for this role?: Yes — the posting indicates visa sponsorship is available for the right candidate.
What seniority level is this role?: Northwood Space targets director candidates for this position.
Is this full-time or contract?: Full-time for this Director, International Growth role at Northwood Space.

From the original posting

Role:

Northwood Space is seeking a Director, International Growth to drive growth across Northwood's international customer base and help shape the company's strategy in support of sovereign and allied space priorities. This person will lead Northwood's engagement across priority international accounts, develop deep relationships across foreign government and allied commercial space ecosystems, and serve as a strategic partner to leadership, product, engineering, and mission teams as we expand our footprint in these markets.

The right candidate will bring a strong understanding of international space market dynamics, sovereign procurement pathways, and global partnership structures, and will help Northwood not only win new business, but also shape where and how the company invests, prioritizes, and delivers in support of international markets.

Responsibilities:

Drive end-to-end business development and growth across Northwood's international customer base, from early customer engagement and opportunity shaping through contract award and follow-on expansion
Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders across foreign government space agencies, sovereign programs, and allied commercial operators, including executives, technical leaders, procurement officials, and industry partners
Create and execute account and campaign strategies for priority international customers, sovereign opportunities, and global partnerships
Identify, shape, and pursue opportunities aligned to Northwood's capabilities in areas such as sovereign space communications, ground infrastructure, and international market access
Partner closely with product, engineering, mission management, and leadership teams to translate international customer and partner needs into company strategy, technical positioning, capture, and successful program execution
Provide insight into international space market dynamics, export control considerations, funding structures, and customer requirements to inform Northwood's product direction and long-term growth plans
Navigate ITAR/EAR and other export control frameworks in structuring international opportunities and partnerships

Basic Qualifications:

10+ years of experience in business development, growth, capture, program strategy, or related roles supporting or serving international government or commercial space customers
Experience developing, shaping, or executing complex technical programs or opportunities relevant to sovereign or international customers, with knowledge of international space markets, procurement dynamics, and partnership structures
Ability to work in-person in Los Angeles or Washington, DC; ability to travel internationally

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience working with or within sovereign space programs, allied government space initiatives, or international commercial space operators
Experience supporting or operating in mission areas such as sovereign space communications, ground infrastructure, or international data transport
Experience engaging with foreign government stakeholders, international prime contractors, or global partner organizations on business-critical needs
Experience navigating ITAR/EAR and other export control frameworks for international space opportunities
Experience at an early-stage space or space-adjacent company
Established relationships across sovereign space programs, international operators, and global industry partners

Northwood is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Northwood is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Additional Information:

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Director, International Growth

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