Space Products and Innovation spins technology into the space industry to simplify manufacturing. SPiN enables rapid, flexible, and cost-effective satellite designs through modularity, by combining MA61C, its plug-and-play intelligent data node, with system engineering. SPiN democratises access to space, empowering manufacturers to unlock new ventures.

Job purpose

We seek a proactive Business Developer with a background in aerospace and defence or a similar industry to join our growing team. This role is vital for expanding SPiN's footprint in the Luxembourg space market, targeting both the traditional and new space segments. Experience engaging with institutions like the Luxembourg Space Agency (LSA) and the European Space Agency (ESA) is highly desired.  

Duties and responsibilities

• Identify New Business Opportunities, monitoring space market trends in Luxembourg to understand the market ecosystem and identify new business prospects.
• Develop and Nurture Leads, creating new business opportunities, convert them into viable leads and grow existing business opportunities.
• Manage Strategic Partnerships, building and maintaining strategic partnerships to strengthen SPiN's market position and expand opportunities for collaborative business endeavours.
• Manage Stakeholder Relationships, strengthening the relationship with SPiN's existing stakeholders in Luxembourg.
• Engage in Industry Events, representing SPiN at trade shows and conferences in Luxembourg to network and promote our solutions.
• Craft Compelling Proposals, developing persuasive proposals that communicate our solutions, with a strong focus on writing proposals in the ESA format.
• Report on Business Development Activities, providing detailed reports and insights on business development progress in Luxembourg to Management and Executives.

Qualifications

• MBA or a Master's in Aerospace Engineering
• Minimum of 3 years in a customer-facing role within aerospace and defence or a related industry, with a strong focus on working with government and inter-government entities
• Experience in proposal writing, specifically for government and institutional entities (i.e. ESA and LSA) Knowledge of how to introduce disruptive technologies into complex markets
• Experience working in a scale-up environment Analytical Skills to understand and act on market data to drive strategic decisions
• Creative and Innovative Thinking to develop and refine ideas, transforming them into actionable business opportunities
• Strong proficiency in English and French (both written and verbal)
• Ability and permit to reside and work in Luxembourg
• Willingness to travel as needed