Sales Manager - UK & France

Celestial Search; Lyon; À distance; EUR 40 000 - 60 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A leading space technology firm is seeking a Sales Manager to drive growth in the UK and France. This role requires a proven sales track record and deep knowledge of satellite systems and AI applications. Candidates should be fluent in English and French, with strong relationships in procurement frameworks. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits are offered along with the opportunity for equity participation.

Prestations

Competitive salary with performance-linked incentives

30 days annual leave

Premium pension

Private healthcare

Annual wellness allowance

Enhanced parental leave

Equity participation

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in sales or business development in space or defence industries.
• Deep knowledge of satellite systems and on-board processing.
• Eligibility for security clearance where required.

Responsabilités

• Drive revenue growth in the UK and France focusing on AI hardware and software platforms.
• Develop targeted sales strategies in commercial space and defense sectors.
• Lead responses to RFI/RFPs and engage with key stakeholders.

Connaissances

Sales in aerospace

Understanding of AI applications

Relationships in procurement frameworks

Fluent in English and French

Formation

Technical degree (engineering, computer science, or space systems)

Description du poste

Sales Manager – UK & France (Space AI / Edge Computing)

Location: Remote (UK or France base) | Frequent travel across UK, France & Europe

Type: Full-time

The Company

Publicly-listed space technology leader developing AI-enabled edge computing solutions for satellite missions. 50+ global team with US subsidiary.

The Role

Drive revenue growth in the UK and France by positioning flight-proven AI hardware and software platforms to defence primes, government agencies, satellite OEMs, and commercial operators. Full sales cycle ownership from lead generation to contract close.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute targeted sales strategies for AI / ML edge processing and hyperspectral data pipelines
• Engage key stakeholders in UK MoD, DGA, ESA ecosystems, and commercial space
• Lead RFI / RFP responses, solution tailoring with engineering, and contract negotiations
• Represent the company at flagship events (Farnborough, Paris Air Show, etc.)
• Deliver accurate pipeline forecasts and market intelligence to senior leadership

Requirements

• 5+ years’ proven sales or business development track record in space, aerospace, or defence
• Deep knowledge of satellite systems, on-board processing, and AI / ML applications in orbit
• Established relationships within UK and French procurement frameworks
• Fluent in English and French
• Technical degree (engineering, computer science, or space systems) preferred
• Eligibility for security clearance where required

What We Offer

• Competitive salary with performance-linked incentives
• Comprehensive benefits: 30 days annual leave, premium pension, private healthcare
• Annual wellness allowance and enhanced parental leave
• Equity participation in a high-growth space AI platform