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CesiumAstro is seeking a Director of Business Development to lead commercial expansion in the European space market. Reporting to the Senior Director of Business Development, you will own business development strategy and execution for satellite communication systems, UAV platforms, and launch vehicle technologies.
Key responsibilities include:
- Developing and maintaining market intelligence on commercial and defense aerospace telecommunications and RF electronics sectors
- Identifying and qualifying new business opportunities aligned with CesiumAstro's product portfolio
- Managing the full RFI/RFP lifecycle, from response development to submission
- Building and nurturing relationships with existing and prospective customers across Europe
- Conducting customer visits and market research to understand evolving needs
- Collaborating with engineering and product teams to translate market feedback into product roadmap priorities
- Contributing to strategic planning and R&D direction
- Driving top-line revenue growth and pipeline development
You will need deep expertise in aerospace sales, strong knowledge of space industry dynamics, telecommunications, and RF electronics. The ideal candidate combines strategic thinking with hands-on execution, excellent communication skills (written and verbal), organizational discipline, and the ability to navigate complex B2B sales cycles. You should be comfortable working cross-functionally, quick to learn new technical domains, and energized by building customer relationships in an emerging market.
