Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. SSC Space is a global provider of space services, including satellite communications and satellite control services. The Account Manager for New Space will drive business growth by identifying and closing opportunities with LEO satellite operators, launch providers, and emerging space-technology companies, while managing strategic relationships and complex technical sales cycles.
Responsibilities
- Identify, target, develop, and close new business opportunities with LEO satellite operators, launch providers, and New Space ecosystem companies
- Develop and execute a strategic sales plan to drive growth within the New Space vertical
- Build and maintain a robust pipeline of qualified opportunities through direct outreach and partner channels
- Lead the full sales cycle including prospecting, qualification, proposal development, negotiation, and contract execution
- Establish and maintain strong relationships with key decision-makers across commercial and government organizations
- Collaborate closely with engineering, operations, and technical teams to align customer needs with SSC’s service offerings
- Represent SSC at industry conferences, customer meetings, and business development events
- Monitor industry trends, competitor activity, and emerging opportunities within the LEO market
- Contribute to long-term strategic growth initiatives for SSC’s U.S. business operations
Skills
- Minimum 5+ years of sales experience within the space, satellite, ground network, or aerospace industry
- Proven track record of successfully closing deals with LEO satellite operators and New Space companies
- Direct experience selling ground station services, TT&C, EO data downlink, or related satellite communication solutions
- Demonstrated success in a hunter-style sales role with strong pipeline generation capabilities
- Strong understanding of the commercial LEO ecosystem and emerging New Space market trends
- Experience managing complex technical sales cycles involving multiple stakeholders
- Excellent communication, presentation, negotiation, and relationship management skills
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across technical and business teams
- Experience working with CRM systems
- Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally as needed
- U.S. Citizenship required due to contractual requirements
- Flexible within the United States
- Up to 20%–40% travel required (primarily domestic with some international travel)
- Existing relationships within the New Space and LEO operator community
- Experience selling into U.S. government agencies such as NASA, Department of Defense, or U.S. Space Force
- Background in RF communications, satellite operations, aerospace engineering, or related technical fields
- Experience operating in international and matrixed business environments
Benefits
- A highly visible and strategically important role with direct impact on SSC’s U.S. growth within the rapidly expanding New Space sector.
- The opportunity to work at the intersection of commercial strategy, satellite communications, and emerging space technologies.
- A collaborative, international environment built on trust, innovation, and strong professional standards.
- Excellent opportunities for personal growth and career development within a global space company.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Short- and long-term disability, life insurance, and AD&D coverage
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Accident and critical illness coverage
- Pet insurance
- 401(k) with company match and Roth 401(k) option
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