Account Manager – New Space

SSC - Swedish Space Corporation; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Short- and long-term disability, life,

AD&D coverage

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Accident and critical illness coverage

401(k) with company match and Roth 401

Pet insurance

Job summary

SSC Space US is seeking an Account Manager for New Space to expand our presence in the rapidly evolving LEO ecosystem. This role focuses on identifying and closing complex technical deals with satellite operators, launch providers, and space-tech companies in the commercial and government sectors.

The position requires a proven hunter with 5+ years of sales experience in space industries, strong pipeline development, and ability to manage multi-stakeholder sales cycles.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of sales experience within space/satellite/aerospace industries.
• Proven track record closing deals with LEO operators and New Space companies.
• Direct experience selling ground station services, TT&C, EO data downlink, or related satellite solutions.
• Hunter-style sales with strong pipeline generation capabilities.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and relationship management skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify and close new business opportunities with LEO satellite operators, launch providers, and New Space ecosystem companies.
• Develop and execute a strategic sales plan to grow within the New Space vertical.
• Build and maintain a robust pipeline through direct outreach and partner channels.
• Lead full sales cycle from prospecting, qualification, proposal development, to contract execution.
• Establish relationships with key decision-makers across commercial and government entities.
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, and technical teams to align customer needs with SSC offerings.
• Represent SSC at industry conferences, customer meetings and BD events.
• Monitor industry trends and competitor activity to spot opportunities.
• Contribute to long-term strategic growth for SSC’s U.S. operations.

Skills

Hunter sales

Pipeline generation

CRM experience

Presentation skills

Travel willingness

Job description

At SSC Space US, we help Earth benefit from Space. As part of our continued growth in the U.S. market, we are looking for a highly motivated and results-driven Account Manager for New Space to expand our presence within the rapidly evolving Low Earth Orbit (LEO) ecosystem.

This role is ideal for a true hunter sales professional who thrives on building pipeline from the ground up, developing strategic relationships, and closing complex technical deals in a competitive and fast-paced environment. The Account Manager will focus on identifying and securing new business opportunities with LEO satellite operators, launch providers, and emerging space-tech companies across both commercial and government sectors.

The position offers a unique opportunity to work at the forefront of the New Space industry while collaborating with international technical, operational, and commercial teams supporting mission-critical satellite communications and ground infrastructure services.

Requirements

• Minimum 5+ years of sales experience within the space, satellite, ground network, or aerospace industry
• Proven track record of successfully closing deals with LEO satellite operators and New Space companies
• Direct experience selling ground station services, TT&C, EO data downlink, or related satellite communication solutions
• Demonstrated success in a hunter-style sales role with strong pipeline generation capabilities
• Strong understanding of the commercial LEO ecosystem and emerging New Space market trends
• Experience managing complex technical sales cycles involving multiple stakeholders
• Excellent communication, presentation, negotiation, and relationship management skills
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across technical and business teams
• Experience working with CRM systems
• Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally as needed
• U.S. Citizenship required due to contractual requirements

Requirements

• Minimum 5+ years of sales experience within the space, satellite, ground network, or aerospace industry
• Proven track record of successfully closing deals with LEO satellite operators and New Space companies
• Direct experience selling ground station services, TT&C, EO data downlink, or related satellite communication solutions
• Demonstrated success in a hunter-style sales role with strong pipeline generation capabilities
• Strong understanding of the commercial LEO ecosystem and emerging New Space market trends
• Experience managing complex technical sales cycles involving multiple stakeholders
• Excellent communication, presentation, negotiation, and relationship management skills
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across technical and business teams
• Experience working with CRM systems
• Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally as needed
• U.S. Citizenship required due to contractual requirements

Preferred Qualifications

• Existing relationships within the New Space and LEO operator community
• Experience selling into U.S. government agencies such as NASA, Department of Defense, or U.S. Space Force
• Background in RF communications, satellite operations, aerospace engineering, or related technical fields
• Experience operating in international and matrixed business environments

Location

Flexible within the United States

Travel

Up to 20%–40% travel required (primarily domestic with some international travel)

Responsibilities

• Identify, target, develop, and close new business opportunities with LEO satellite operators, launch providers, and New Space ecosystem companies
• Develop and execute a strategic sales plan to drive growth within the New Space vertical
• Build and maintain a robust pipeline of qualified opportunities through direct outreach and partner channels
• Lead the full sales cycle including prospecting, qualification, proposal development, negotiation, and contract execution
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with key decision-makers across commercial and government organizations
• Collaborate closely with engineering, operations, and technical teams to align customer needs with SSC’s service offerings
• Represent SSC at industry conferences, customer meetings, and business development events
• Monitor industry trends, competitor activity, and emerging opportunities within the LEO market
• Contribute to long-term strategic growth initiatives for SSC’s U.S. business operations

A highly visible and strategically important role with direct impact on SSC’s U.S. growth within the rapidly expanding New Space sector.

The opportunity to work at the intersection of commercial strategy, satellite communications, and emerging space technologies.

A collaborative, international environment built on trust, innovation, and strong professional standards.

Excellent opportunities for personal growth and career development within a global space company.

In addition to a meaningful and impactful role, we offer a comprehensive benefits package:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Short- and long-term disability, life insurance, and AD&D coverage
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Accident and critical illness coverage
• 401(k) with company match and Roth 401(k) option

Benefits

• A highly visible and strategically important role with direct impact on SSC’s U.S. growth within the rapidly expanding New Space sector.
• The opportunity to work at the intersection of commercial strategy, satellite communications, and emerging space technologies.
• A collaborative, international environment built on trust, innovation, and strong professional standards.
• Excellent opportunities for personal growth and career development within a global space company.

In addition to a meaningful and impactful role, we offer a comprehensive benefits package:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Short- and long-term disability, life insurance, and AD&D coverage
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Accident and critical illness coverage
• Pet insurance
• 401(k) with company match and Roth 401(k) option

This is a security-classified position and will require a background check prior to employment.

WE HELP EARTH BENEFIT FROM SPACE

SSC Space is a leading global provider of advanced space services, with more than 50 years of experience. We help space organizations, research institutes, commercial and institutional actors from all over the world to get access to space.

With local presence on all continents and about 800 committed employees, we offer specialist expertise in satellite communications and satellite control services, spacecraft operations, rocket and balloon systems, launch services and flight test services, as well as engineering, operations and consultancy services for space missions.

We help Earth benefit from Space. Learn more at sscspace.com