Senior Business Development Manager – Space & Aerospace

About the role

We are seeking a Senior Business Development Manager to expand the commercial footprint of an innovative space technology company across Europe and the Middle East. The role involves driving strategic partnerships with government space agencies, defence organisations and leading aerospace firms while shaping the company’s commercial strategy.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and execute business development strategies for the European and Middle Eastern space ecosystem.
• Build and maintain relationships with national space agencies, government bodies and commercial aerospace companies.
• Manage complex sales cycles of 18‑24 months from initial contact to contract award.
• Identify and negotiate strategic partnerships with prime contractors and research organisations.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to produce technically credible proposals and customer engagements.
• Represent the company at international industry events, conferences and customer meetings.
• Work cross‑functionally with teams in Europe, Japan and the United States.

Required profile

• 5–8+ years of experience in business development, technical sales or strategic partnerships.
• Proven track record in the space, aerospace or defence sectors.
• Experience selling complex technology solutions to government or large enterprise customers.
• Strong understanding of government procurement processes and long sales cycles.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder‑management skills.
• Ability to work independently within an international organisation.

Required skills

• Technical aptitude to engage with engineering and technical stakeholders.

What we offer

• Competitive contractor compensation.
• Relocation support for candidates moving to Luxembourg.
• Opportunity to influence the growth of a fast‑moving space technology company.