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Full-time · Remote

European Business Development Manager

This is a premier opportunity for a SATCOM expert to lead European expansion for a global electronics manufacturer. The role focuses on securing long-term design wins within high-stakes aerospace and defense programs. It offers a blend of technical depth and strategic commercial leadership in a high-growth sector.

Central Employment · Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear, United Kingdom · Posted 19 April 2026

The role

Overview

This is a premier opportunity for a SATCOM expert to lead European expansion for a global electronics manufacturer. The role focuses on securing long-term design wins within high-stakes aerospace and defense programs. It offers a blend of technical depth and strategic commercial leadership in a high-growth sector.

What they need

Requirements & Skills

Key Responsibilities

  • Execute strategic account plans for key European customers and programs
  • Lead early-stage engagement to secure design wins for next-gen SATCOM projects
  • Manage the full lifecycle of complex bids and contract negotiations
  • Cultivate senior relationships across engineering and procurement functions
  • Ensure the delivery of revenue and margin targets across the European ground segment

Essential

  • Extensive background working with major aerospace organizations and recognized space primes
  • Demonstrated success in capture management, technical sales, or strategic account leadership
  • Proven history of managing long-cycle, complex programs within defense, aerospace, or SATCOM sectors
  • Deep technical literacy in RF (Radio Frequency), microwave, or broader communication systems
  • Ability to navigate multi-stakeholder environments involving engineering, procurement, and commercial teams
  • Experience delivering on revenue, pipeline, and margin targets within the European market

Preferred

  • Established professional network within the European defense or SATCOM ecosystem
  • Specific expertise in ground segment market dynamics
  • Experience with structured government procurement and major prime contractor bid cycles

Key Skills

Strategic Account PlanningComplex Bid NegotiationRF and Microwave Systems KnowledgeRevenue and Margin ManagementStakeholder ManagementContract Award ProcessesTechnical Solution SellingMarket Analysis

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Perks

Benefits & perks

  • Industry-leading benefits package
  • Performance-based bonus scheme
  • Remote work flexibility
  • International travel opportunities
  • Opportunity to work with cutting-edge electronic manufacturing technology

Next step

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