BUSINESS DEVELOPER, GRANADA

Safran - Navigation & Timing; Granada; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working conditions

Comprehensive benefits package

Life and accident insurance

Job summary

Safran - Navigation & Timing is seeking a Technology and Innovation BUSINESS DEVELOPER to join their sales team in Granada, Spain. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in business development, particularly in Aerospace, Defense, and Science. Responsibilities include engaging new business opportunities, enhancing long-term partnerships, and understanding the competitive market landscape. Benefits include flexible working conditions and a comprehensive package. English fluency is required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of business development experience in Aerospace, Defense, and Science.
• Knowledge of international, European, and national program systems.
• Experience with Position, Navigation, Timing, and/or Simulation products.

Responsibilities

• Seek and engage new business opportunities in Space, Aerospace, Defense, and Science.
• Facilitate engagement in national/international business opportunities.
• Enhance long-term commercial partnerships.

Skills

Proven track record in business development

Interpersonal skills

Excellent communication and presentation skills

Technical communication

Negotiation and closing skills

Fluency in English

Ability to work internationally

Education

Background in a technical education or engineering discipline

Job description

Overview

We're looking for a Technology and Innovation BUSINESS DEVELOPER to join our sales team in Granada, Spain.

Company

Safran Electronics and Defense (SED), and particularly SED Spain, is a world leader in Resilient Positioning, Navigation and Timing (R‑PNT) solutions that improve the reliability, performance and safety of critical applications and high‑risk operations, even in GPS/GNSS denied environments. We provide virtually fail‑safe GNSS and PNT solutions for defense, aerospace, and commercial applications worldwide.

Responsibilities

You will be responsible for seeking and engaging new business opportunities primarily in the following application segments:

• Space (through ESA, national delegations, and companies in this segment)
• Aerospace (avionics, drones, and other vehicles)
• Large scientific facilities (such as particle accelerators or radio astronomy)
• Defense at an international level, leveraging other contacts and the international network of the Safran Electronics and Defense group

As a key member of our Research & Technology and Programs teams, you will:

• Facilitate our engagement in national/international business opportunities, contributing to the company’s growth.
• Increase market penetration by understanding the competitive market landscape and identifying where Safran’s technology can be applied.
• Promote and lead long‑term commercial partnerships with key customers and partners in Aerospace, Defense and Science programs.
• Identify, qualify, and pursue business opportunities aligned with the company’s technologies.
• Collaborate on project proposals from a business‑development perspective, providing ad‑hoc support as required.
• Leverage strategic partnerships to enhance performance, including preparation of international complex consortia and conducting joint international calls.
• Maintain up‑to‑date internal databases related to customers, opportunities, and commercial activities.

Success Metrics

• Exceed annual order plan for R‑T projects and programs.
• Execute plans to increase business opportunities that align with the company strategy and R‑T technology roadmap.
• Develop and enhance long‑term customer relationships so that Safran is viewed as a strategic partner.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Proven track record of exceeding business targets in Aerospace, Defense and Science programs.
• Interpersonal skills to develop relationships with customers and partners.
• Team player with excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to communicate technical ideas and write abstracts.
• Fast learner with strong grasp of new technologies and programs.
• Self‑starter, confident, committed, and enthusiastic.
• Ability to take initiative, multi‑task, and prioritize.Proficient in prospecting, negotiating, and closing.
• Fluent in English, with strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work at an international level.

Requirements

• Background in a technical education or engineering discipline.
• 5+ years of business development experience with relevant electronic products, ideally in Aerospace, Defense and Science programs.
• Knowledge of how international, European, and national program and grant systems operate is highly advantageous.
• Experience with Position, Navigation, Timing, and/or Simulation products.
• Intensive international travel required.

Benefits

• Flexible working conditions, including full remote work policies and adaptable schedules to support work‑life balance.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including a flexible remuneration plan (meal cards, private medical insurance, childcare vouchers, etc.) and life and accident insurance.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Safran Electronics & Defense is an equal opportunity employer who does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any protected category. We encourage veterans and people with disabilities to apply.