Senior Sales Engineer (SatCom)

About the Client: 
Our client is a prominent player in Europe’s aerospace sector, specializing in satellite 
systems, space exploration, and security solutions. With over 40 years of experience, 
they are recognized for their innovation in satellite technology, which supports advanced 
communication, Earth observation, and scientific missions. As a trusted partner for both 
governmental and commercial organizations globally, they are committed to driving 
technological progress while maintaining a focus on sustainability and excellence within 
the space industry. 

Position Overview: 
Our client is seeking a Sales Engineer who is passionate about satellite 
communications and eager to shape the future of ground systems. This role is integral 
to business development and technology assessment for SatCom terminals and ground 
stations.  

Key Responsibilities: 
● Developing new business opportunities and evaluating innovative technologies in 
satellite communications 
● Leading and managing proposal projects for ground systems in space and 
satellite communications 
● Technical pre-design and project planning in close collaboration with technical 
and commercial departments 
● Supporting contract negotiations with international customers 
● Conducting small-scale studies on future technologies and market developments 
● Establishing and maintaining customer relationships with research institutions, 
industry partners, and agencies 
 ● Representing the company at trade fairs and conferences 

Qualifications: 
● Completed technical degree, ideally with a focus on electrical engineering, 
communications engineering, or aerospace 
● Solid knowledge in satellite communications 
● Professional experience in project or product sales is an advantage 
● Experience in project management and systems engineering is desirable 
● Knowledge of the customer and supplier market is a plus 
● Strong customer orientation and entrepreneurial mindset 
● High problem-solving ability, creativity, and teamwork skills 
● Innovative thinking as well as a structured and organized working approach 
● Willingness to travel occasionally 
● Excellent German and English skills, both written and spoken 

What the Client Offers: 
● Work Life Balance: Flexible working hours, sabbatical, 30 days vacation & 
special leave days 
● Mobile Work: Hybrid work & mobile work abroad 
● Structured on-boarding process (incl. Assignment of a buddy in the first months) 
● Development: Extensive range of training courses, individual professional 
development, German language courses & annual employee dialogue space 
projects 
● Additional benefits: 13. monthly salary, accident insurance & company pension 
plan 
● Catering: High standard company restaurant & generous meals subsidy 
● Active health promotion: Health management, E-GYM Wellpass & In-company 
sports groups 
● Family: Kindergarten subsidy / Kindergarten places, Childcare in the vacation 
period & paid child sickness days 
● Mobility: Subsidized Deutschland ticket, Job bike & parking lots 
● Company parties & events: Christmas party, Satellite launch events, NextGen 
Speakers Night 
● Innovation: Company suggestion system & free research and development