Strategic Space Commercial Lead | Gov & Enterprise

NewOrbit Space; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity

Hybrid work

Visa sponsorship

Relocation support

Private health insurance

Job summary

NewOrbit Space is building cutting-edge satellite technology and seeking an experienced Commercial Lead to drive the full commercial lifecycle—from shaping opportunities to securing multi-year contracts. You will own government and enterprise account strategies, lead bids, and negotiate complex deals to accelerate growth and market leadership.

You will build and mentor a high-performing commercial team, partner with engineering and business units, and represent the company at industry events and

Qualifications

• Space industry experience especially selling satellites or space hardware (payloads, cameras, antennas, subsystems).
• Minimum 5 years in business development or key accounts with government and enterprise wins.

Responsibilities

• Own dual-market strategies for government and enterprise accounts.
• Lead tender capture plans, win themes, and pricing analyses.
• Oversee compliant submissions, clarifications, BAFOs, and oral presentations.

Skills

Space industry experience

BD / sales leadership

Tender mastery

Deal negotiation

Leadership

CRM forecasting

Communication

Public-sector procurement knowledge

Tools

CRM software

Proposal management software

Job description

NewOrbit Space is building cutting-edge satellite technology and seeking an experienced Commercial Lead to drive the full commercial lifecycle—from shaping opportunities to securing multi-year contracts. You will own government and enterprise account strategies, lead bids, and negotiate complex deals to accelerate growth and market leadership.

You will build and mentor a high-performing commercial team, partner with engineering and business units, and represent the company at industry events and