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Kyle Montgomery

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Director of Business Development, Satellite Systems at Rocket Lab
📍 Huntsville, Alabama, United States

Kyle Montgomery is the Director of Business Development for Satellite Systems at Rocket Lab, specializing in the national security sector. A Purdue Ph. D. graduate, he has a proven track record of securing major contracts, including a landmark $515M deal with the Space Development Agency.

He has a deep background in advanced space technology, having previously managed research in electro-optical sensors and supported hypersonic missile defense initiatives for the U. S. government.

Unique fact: Kyle led the effort to win Rocket Labs first-ever prime contract for satellite development, significantly boosting the companys market position.

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Experience
12 Years
Current Role
Director of Business Development, Satellite Systems
Job Level
Mid-senior
Location
Huntsville, Alabama, United States
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National Security Space
His entire career is focused on aligning cutting-edge space technology with U. S. national security objectives, from missile defense to tactical ISR.
Satellite Systems
He leads business development for Rocket Lab's satellite division and frequently posts about building advanced spacecraft for national security, interplanetary, and commercial missions.
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Career

Work history

3-2023
Director of Business Development, Satellite Systems
Rocket Lab
9-2022 - 3-2023
Systems Director
The Aerospace Corporation
11-2021 - 9-2022
Senior Project Leader
The Aerospace Corporation
5-2020 - 11-2021
Senior Project Engineer
The Aerospace Corporation
9-2019 - 4-2020
Program Manager, Advanced Electro-Optical Space Sensors
Air Force Research Laboratory
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Education
2008 - 2012
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)
Purdue University
2007 - 2008
Master of Science (MS)
Purdue University
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