Sales Manager - UK & France

Celestial Search; Nice; À distance; EUR 70 000 - 90 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A leading space technology company is seeking a Sales Manager to drive revenue growth in the UK and France. The role involves engaging with key defence and government stakeholders, owning the full sales cycle, and representing the company at major events. Candidates should have a strong sales background in aerospace and be fluent in both English and French. This position offers competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Prestations

30 days annual leave

Premium pension

Private healthcare

Equity participation

Qualifications

• 5+ years of proven sales or business development track record in space, aerospace, or defense.
• Deep knowledge of satellite systems and on-board processing.
• Established relationships within UK and French procurement frameworks.

Responsabilités

• Drive revenue growth in the UK and France.
• Develop strategies for AI/ML edge processing.
• Lead RFI/RFP responses and contract negotiations.

Connaissances

Sales experience in space or aerospace

Fluency in English and French

Knowledge of AI/ML applications

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