EUROPE BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT AND SALES MANAGER VACANCY

Satlantis; Lejona; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private health insurance

Campus benefits

Job summary

SATLANTIS, based in Leioa (Bizkaia, Spain), seeks a Business Development and Sales Manager Europe to drive growth across Europe. You will report to the Director of European Business and bridge technical excellence with market opportunities, building long-term partnerships with clients and institutions.

Your mission includes leading proposals, market analysis, and the development of a comprehensive business plan to achieve revenue and footprint targets, while collaborating with cross-functional

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Aerospace, Telecommunication Engineering, or Business Administration.
• 2+ years of direct sales or account management in Spain and Europe.
• Experience with space activities and European/institutional programs (ESA/EC).
• Knowledge of dual-use and defence-related programs and related ecosystems.
• Go-to-market experience in B2B/B2G environments.

Responsibilities

• Prepare effective proposals and presentations for business development opportunities.
• Analyse regional markets to identify, develop, and secure new business opportunities.
• Participate in defining and implementing a comprehensive business plan to achieve revenue targets.
• Collaborate with internal technical teams to co-create solutions and drive product innovation.
• Establish and maintain long-term client relationships across Europe with CRM alignment.

Skills

Sales experience

B2B/B2G sales

English

Spanish

CRM

Education

Master's degree in Aerospace

Master's degree in Telecommunication Engineering

Master's degree in Business Administration

Tools

CRM systems

Job description

Drive European space business growth with purpose, innovation, and impact.

AtSATLANTIS, we design advanced optical and space technologies to tackle global challenges from above. From our headquarters inLeioa (Bizkaia, Spain), we lead projects that contribute to Earth observation, environmental sustainability, and strategic innovation in the space sector.

We are now offering an opportunity to join ourBusiness Development and Sales team, where you will play a key role in expanding SATLANTIS’ presence across Europe and shaping the future of our commercial footprint.

What’s in it for you

• Mission-driven impact:Contribute to space innovation projects that create real value for Earth and society.
• Strategic influence:Play a leading role in defining the company’s commercial growth in Europe.
• Professional growth and autonomy:Work side by side with technical and business experts, developing your leadership and strategic thinking in an international environment.
• Flexible working hours:We trust you to manage your time effectively to achieve goals with balance and independence.
• Private health insurance:Your wellbeing matters, supported by high-quality healthcare coverage.
• Collaborative and dynamic environment:Be part of a multidisciplinary team where curiosity, integrity, and innovation guide our everyday work.
• Campus benefits:Enjoy discounts and access to facilities within the UPV/EHU campus in Leioa.

Your mission

As aBusiness Development and Sales Manager Europe, you will be responsible forleading initiativesacross the European market. Your mission is to expand SATLANTIS’ client network, build long-term partnerships, and translate technical excellence into business growth. You’ll work under the direction of theDirector of European Business, collaborating with technical teams to align innovation with market opportunities.

Your main responsibilities will include:

• Prepareeffective proposals and presentationsfor business development opportunities.
• Analyseregional marketsto identify, develop, and secure new business opportunities in alignment with company strategies.
• Participate in thedefinition and implementation of a comprehensive business planto achieve revenue and market footprint targets within the region.
• Based on a deep understanding ofcustomer missions and requirements, work with internal technical teams to co-create new solutions and drive product innovation.
• Establish and maintain long-term client relationshipsacross Europe, ensuring all interactions are reflected in the CRM system and aligned with our strategic goals.

What will set you up for success

• Amaster’s degree in Aerospace, Telecommunication Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience in direct sales or account managementin Spain and Europe within Remote Sensing, Aerospace, or a related high-tech industry, with a proven record of revenue success.
• Solid background inspace activities, including experience withEuropean and Spanish institutional programs(ESA, EC, or national agencies).
• Experience in dual-use technologies and defence-related programs, with an understanding of the regulatory, strategic, institutional ecosystems (MoD, ESA, EC), and market dynamics in European and Spanish contexts.
• Familiarity withgo-to-market strategiesand execution inB2B and B2G environments, turning opportunities into long-term partnerships.
• Strongcommunication and presentation skillsin English and Spanish; proficiency inFrenchwill be considered an asset.
• Excellentclient-facing and internal communication skills, with the ability to align technical and business stakeholders.
• A strongunderstanding of technology, sales, and marketing, enabling you to bridge innovation with business opportunities.
• Experience ininternational and multidisciplinary environments, demonstrating adaptability and cross-cultural collaboration.
• A mindset ofcritical thinking and problem-solving, allowing you to turn challenges into growth opportunities.