Business Development Manager (Government Sector)

We’re currently hiring for a rapidly scaling NewSpace company as they build out their governmental sales capability across the DACH region. This is a hunter role, not a caretaker role. You’ll own the full commercial relationship with government, defence, and institutional buyers across Germany, Austria, and Switzerland, from first contact through to closed contract, working alongside a technical team who will shape bespoke mission solutions around what your customers need. The German Ministry of Defence and ESA sit at the centre of this brief, alongside allied defence organisations. The job in short: Build and run the DACH government pipeline from the ground up, with a minimum annual sales order target of $8 million, backed by a company that is already winning in this space and moving fast. You’ll need: 10+ years in business development, sales, or contract acquisition within space, defence, or aerospace A track record of closing high-value government contracts A deep network within the German military and defence sector, and other German government agencies involved in space infrastructure and services Strong understanding of German government procurement processes, funding mechanisms, and export control regulations Fluent German and English communication skills (verbal and written) Based in Munich or Berlin, or willing to relocate Nice to have, not essential: Deep knowledge of RFP procedures, proposal development, and contract negotiation A wide network of space industry contacts across the aerospace sector Backed by top-tier investors and growing fast across multiple European markets, this opportunity combines early-stage energy with the stability of serious funding behind it.

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