Knowledge, capabilities and practices associated with the
effective targeting and acquisition of external
partnerships and business opportunities, including funding
opportunities for projects and programs Includes an
understanding of the Agency's strategic plan, the ability
to identify, assess and forecast new business opportunities
such as technology transfer, leasing, enhanced use leasing,
and develop and use appropriate marketing strategies.
Requires knowledge of relevant markets, customer needs in
those markets, and an ability to recognize and analyze
market trends. Involves development,or assessment, of
proposals to win business, and management of existing
agreements with external entities such as industry,
government, university, and international partnerships.
Also includes knowledge of Space Act Agreements, and an
ability to facilitate and manage partnerships that support
Agency strategies, partner requirements and Space Act
provisions. Ability to integrate and work with the
appropriate elements of the agency's technical and support
communities.