Business Development Manager
Solliciteren
Plaats
Brussel1000
Brussel
België
Contract
Vooltijds, Onbepaalde duurDatum gepubliceerd
2026-02-12Online to:
2026-04-13EUR 20.00 HOUR
Business Development Manager
- Space Applications Services NV/SA
- Brussel
- 1 dag geleden
The Services Department provides end-to-end services for the development and operation of complex systems, and support by highly qualified and expert scientists, engineers and instructors. We provide complete teams and individuals to manage, coordinate and execute service provision, expert in many scientific and engineering domains as well as staff experienced in operations and training.
Position
We are seeking a Services Business Development Manager to drive growth in our services portfolio, bridging the gap between technical expertise and commercial strategy. This role combines technical understanding of space activities and the related services.
The successful candidate will be responsible for identifying market opportunities, developing relationships with institutional and commercial customers, as well as potential partners.
Location: Sint-Stevens-Woluwe (Brussels Area)
Start date: At the earliest
Tasks and Responsibilities
Business Development:
Identify and pursue new services business opportunities, aligned with or contributing to the Department and Company strategy
Build and maintain strong relationships with institutional customers, partners, and commercial customers worldwide
Support strategic go-to-market plans for commercial services
Bid Management & Coordination:
Support or coordinate the practical services bid process from kick-off to submission
Work closely with technical contributors and existing services teams to prepare proposals and services offering
Support to recruitment
Support the Technical Recruiters and the Human Resources Team in the recruitment process for new or future services
Skills and Experience
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, Physics, or a related technical discipline
2 years of experience in business development within the space, aerospace, or defence sector
Strong knowledge of at least one space business domain: Earth observation, engineering service or ground systems
Demonstrated ability to manage complex services sales cycles
Excellent communication skills to engage both technical experts and executive stakeholders.
Considered as Assets
Experience in service delivery management or service delivery
International experience and familiarity with commercial markets and/or with government procurement, ESA/NASA/DoD/EUMETSAT/EUSPA/European Commission frameworks
Business-related training
Our Offer
Working within an exceptional sector with Staff located in Belgium, Germany and the Netherlands
A professional and modern working environment with motivated Administrative Staff, Engineers, Astronaut Training Instructors and Scientists coming from all different horizons and countries with a common passion for space and their own expertise
A full-time position with an indefinite contract of employment
A competitive remuneration package and good working conditions
Working from home in part can be a possibility
An individualised training and development programmes.
About Us
Space Applications Services NV/SA is an independent Belgian company founded in 1987. Aerospace Applications North America is our Partner company in Houston, USA.
Our aim is to research and develop innovative systems, solutions and products and provide services to the aerospace and security markets and related industries. Our activities cover manned and unmanned spacecraft, launch/re-entry vehicles, control centres, robotics and a wide range of information systems.
The Company develops payloads, avionics, robotics technology and products, and provides complete mission operations control centre solutions to EN9100 standards.
We also provide engineering, science and training services, including astronaut training.
From our headquarters, we are in daily contact with the International Space Station (ISS) ensuring our Customers' research is successful.
How To Apply
Upload your CV and Motivation Letter, both in English.
The candidate shall be eligible to work in the European Union.
Seniority level
Associate
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Business Development and Engineering
Industries
Defense & Space
Position
We are seeking a Services Business Development Manager to drive growth in our services portfolio, bridging the gap between technical expertise and commercial strategy. This role combines technical understanding of space activities and the related services.
The successful candidate will be responsible for identifying market opportunities, developing relationships with institutional and commercial customers, as well as potential partners.
Location: Sint-Stevens-Woluwe (Brussels Area)
Start date: At the earliest
Tasks and Responsibilities
Business Development:
Identify and pursue new services business opportunities, aligned with or contributing to the Department and Company strategy
Build and maintain strong relationships with institutional customers, partners, and commercial customers worldwide
Support strategic go-to-market plans for commercial services
Bid Management & Coordination:
Support or coordinate the practical services bid process from kick-off to submission
Work closely with technical contributors and existing services teams to prepare proposals and services offering
Support to recruitment
Support the Technical Recruiters and the Human Resources Team in the recruitment process for new or future services
Skills and Experience
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, Physics, or a related technical discipline
2 years of experience in business development within the space, aerospace, or defence sector
Strong knowledge of at least one space business domain: Earth observation, engineering service or ground systems
Demonstrated ability to manage complex services sales cycles
Excellent communication skills to engage both technical experts and executive stakeholders.
Considered as Assets
Experience in service delivery management or service delivery
International experience and familiarity with commercial markets and/or with government procurement, ESA/NASA/DoD/EUMETSAT/EUSPA/European Commission frameworks
Business-related training
Our Offer
Working within an exceptional sector with Staff located in Belgium, Germany and the Netherlands
A professional and modern working environment with motivated Administrative Staff, Engineers, Astronaut Training Instructors and Scientists coming from all different horizons and countries with a common passion for space and their own expertise
A full-time position with an indefinite contract of employment
A competitive remuneration package and good working conditions
Working from home in part can be a possibility
An individualised training and development programmes.
About Us
Space Applications Services NV/SA is an independent Belgian company founded in 1987. Aerospace Applications North America is our Partner company in Houston, USA.
Our aim is to research and develop innovative systems, solutions and products and provide services to the aerospace and security markets and related industries. Our activities cover manned and unmanned spacecraft, launch/re-entry vehicles, control centres, robotics and a wide range of information systems.
The Company develops payloads, avionics, robotics technology and products, and provides complete mission operations control centre solutions to EN9100 standards.
We also provide engineering, science and training services, including astronaut training.
From our headquarters, we are in daily contact with the International Space Station (ISS) ensuring our Customers' research is successful.
How To Apply
Upload your CV and Motivation Letter, both in English.
The candidate shall be eligible to work in the European Union.
Seniority level
Associate
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Business Development and Engineering
Industries
Defense & Space
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