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Is this posting real?
- This role has been open
- 16 days Planet's roles stay open a median of 34 days
- Reposted
- No
- Salary listed
- No 0% of Planet's roles list one
- Ghost-job risk at Planet
- high 56 stale, 12 reposted of 127 open
- Hiring momentum
- 156 roles opened in the last 90 days ↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
- Last confirmed on the employer's board
- 2026-09-17
Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from Planet's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for Planet.
About this role
The Senior Business Development Manager will focus on advancing Planet's solutions for the US Department of War, specifically addressing operational challenges within Combatant Commands and Military Service Elements. The role involves leading the business development lifecycle, identifying new opportunities, shaping program requirements, and advocating for Planet's capabilities. The manager will also build relationships with customers and partners, develop strategies for engagement, and collaborate with various teams to align solutions with military needs.
- benefits
- 5/5
- freshness
- 4/5
- career value
- 4/5
- role clarity
- 4/5
- pay transparency
- 0/5
Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of Planet as an employer.
What you need
- 10+ years of relevant experience
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field
- Experience working directly within the US DoW Combatant Commands, Service Elements, and/or the Intelligence Community as a civilian or military officer
- Knowledge of DoW Program Executive Offices and Portfolio Acquisition Executives
- Ability to communicate effectively with senior level civilian leadership and/or military flag officers
- Experience forging relationships with Defense and Intelligence organizations
Nice to have
- Experience working across multiple parts of the US National Security Community
- Serving in a role leading Operational support and execution functions
- Active security clearance
What you get
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision plans
- Health Savings Account (HSA) with a company contribution
- Generous Paid Time Off in addition to holidays and company-wide days off
- 16 Weeks of Paid Parental Leave
- Wellness Program and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Home Office Reimbursement
Worth weighing
- Hybrid role requiring 3 days in the Washington, DC office per week
- Complex relationships within a dynamic technology company
- Role involves navigating unique challenges presented by dynamic conditions
Summarised from Planet's posting. Read the full original.
Listed by Planet on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-09-17. PitchMeAI is not the employer.
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