Senior Sales Manager, Launch Services (m/f/d)

Mission Brief 

You will be responsible for selling Isar Aerospace’s launch services. This role involves managing customer relationships, overseeing key accounts, developing and implementing sales strategies, and driving revenue growth. It requires in-depth knowledge of the space industry, a strong network of industry contacts, and a proven track record of achieving sales targets.

Your Role in Our Space Mission: 

• Sell launch services and develop new sales opportunities in designated regions or markets
• Identify and secure new business opportunities by establishing relationships with key decision-makers and influencers
• Execute winning strategies on expanding business opportunities
• Utilize professional networks, business development techniques, and product knowledge to effectively market services
• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, potential partners, government, business, community, and other leaders
• Develop customer presentations and maintain up-to-date CRM
• Manage the Execution of Proposals, Term Sheets, Launch Service Agreements (LSAs), and other documents needed to close a deal
• Monitor relevant information sources and report on political and economic developments that influence the business climate
• Assist with outreach campaigns: identifying targets, organizing and preparing meetings, presentations and monitoring follow-up actions with stakeholders
• Proactively network through attending and speaking at relevant events.

Qualification Checklist 

• Master’s degree in business, engineering, or related discipline
• Minimum of 10 years working in strategic business planning, business development, and sales, particularly in highly technical industries such as aerospace
• Proven track record of achieving sales targets and driving revenue growth
• In-depth knowledge of emerging technologies and market trends in the aerospace industry
• Outstanding writing skills and the ability to communicate information to multiple audiences
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple deadlines simultaneously, with excellent research and analytical skills
• Ability to translate technical concepts into compelling narratives
• Experience in managing customer relationships to ensure high levels of satisfaction and engagement
• Ability to work autonomously and demonstrate a solution-driven mentality
• Willingness to travel extensively to support closing sales opportunities
• Fluent in English, with proficiency in other languages such as German or French being a plus
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment and under tight deadlines
• Recognized as an out-of-the-box operator who reaches creative solutions, yet remains pragmatic and flexible during implementation.

Benefits 

• Employee Participation Program: Share in our success through our virtual company share program
• 30 days of vacation: Enjoy the days off to relax and recharge
• Company pension plan: Secure your future with our company pension plan, featuring a 20% employer contribution after the probation period
• Subsidised lunch: Stay energised with delicious, subsidised lunches every day
• Public transport ticket: Commute with ease using a fully financed Deutschlandticket
• Sport Clubs membership: Stay fit with our sponsored sports club memberships (EGYM Wellpass)
• Individual learning allowance: Grow your skills with an individual learning budget granted after the probation period
• Childcare allowance: Receive a childcare allowance for your non-school-age children
• And Much More! Discover additional perks and benefits when you join our team        

Who we are

We are Isar Aerospace and we are at the forefront of New Space building a modern space business to enable faster, better and cheaper access to space.

Our mission is to help democratise space and use it for good in order to improve life on Earth now and for the future generations.

We are a fast-growing company aiming to provide sustainable and environmentally friendly launch solutions for small and medium-sized satellites and constellations into Low Earth Orbit. The company is privately funded by world-leading technology investors with strong commitment and support and our team is made of driven and talented people with a real passion for space innovation.

We're making rockets in a way that hasn't been done before disrupting a traditional industry. If you are up for the challenge, want to work on cutting-edge projects and be part of a team changing the world for better, come, join us and launch your career!

Want to find out more about us?

Visit www.isaraerospace.com