Sales Director

Director of Civil Space Sales - Hybrid | Washington DC - Satellite Technology

We're partnering with an innovative satellite manufacturer looking to hire a Civil Space Sales Director to support its continued growth across the US Government market.

The company designs and develops advanced satellite technology, combining spacecraft manufacturing with next-generation communications capabilities to support a wide range of commercial and government missions.

This is an opportunity for someone who understands the US civil space landscape, enjoys building relationships and wants to play a key role in shaping future space programmes.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive business development activity across the US civil space market, identifying opportunities for new missions and programmes.
• Build and maintain relationships with NASA, NOAA and other government organisations.
• Engage with customers to understand mission requirements and identify where the company's technology can provide value.
• Develop strategic partnerships and support long-term customer engagement.
• Work closely with engineering and commercial teams to shape solutions around customer needs.
• Monitor government budgets, procurement activity and upcoming civil space opportunities.
• Support proposals, presentations and capture activities for strategic programmes.
• Represent the business at industry events, conferences and customer meetings.

Key Requirements

• Strong experience in business development, sales or strategic partnerships within the US civil space sector.
• Established relationships across NASA, NOAA, national laboratories or other relevant government organisations.
• Good understanding of civil space missions, government funding and procurement processes.
• Experience identifying, developing and progressing new business opportunities.
• Ability to engage with senior government stakeholders and technical decision-makers.
• Strong commercial awareness, communication and negotiation skills.
• Technical understanding of satellite systems, spacecraft or related space technologies.
• Willingness to travel as required.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing satellite manufacturer and take a leading role in expanding its presence across the US civil space market.

I look forward to hearing from you!☺