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CesiumAstro creates out-of-the-box communication systems for space and airborne platforms.
The Role
Lead full-cycle B2B sales for space communications products, developing opportunities, collaborating with engineering and R&D, producing quotes/proposals, negotiating contracts, and supporting customer integration of SDRs and RF systems.
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Please Note: To conform with the United States Government Space Technology Export Regulations, the applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., conditional resident, asylee or refugee (protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
At CesiumAstro, we are developers and pioneers of out-of-the-box communication systems for satellites, UAVs, launch vehicles, and other space and airborne platforms. We take pride in our dynamic and cross-functional work environment, which allows us to learn, develop, and engage across our organization. If you are looking for hands-on, interactive, and autonomous work, CesiumAstro is the place for you. We are actively seeking passionate, collaborative, energetic, and forward-thinking individuals to join our team.
We are looking to add a Sales Manager to our team. If you enjoy working in a startup environment, and have sales talent and a strong work ethic, we would like to hear from you.
In this position, you will work closely with CesiumAstro executives and engineers to support the sales process from developing opportunities through the funnel, identifying solutions for customer applications, and deliver quotes and proposals to our customers. A successful candidate will collaborate closely with departments outside of the sales, as well as participate in strategy development. As such, excellent organization, mastery of the sales process as well as written and verbal communication skills are required.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Identify, develop, qualify and close business in target markets.
- Understand and anticipate customer needs, acting as a trusted advisor for technical solutions.
- Drive full-cycle sales efforts from lead generation through contract negotiations and deal closure.
- Collaborate with internal technical teams to understand product capabilities and limitations.
- Work with customer design teams to integrate CesiumAstro's SDRs, communication systems, and other products.
- Simplify complex technical concepts and translate them into customer value propositions.
- Collaborate with internal R&D and product teams to address customer technical challenges.
- Conduct an active and ongoing search for new potential opportunities.
- Conduct business negotiations to obtain and optimize new contracts.
JOB REQUIREMENTS AND MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering or science from an accredited college or university required.
- Minimum 6 years total experience.
- Demonstrated experience as a trusted sales partner with a proven track record in closing B2B contracts with the large US defense primes or large commercial space and aerospace companies.
- Self-motivated, organized, focused, competitive and goal-oriented.
- Exceptional communication and presentation skills.
- Working knowledge of Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and International Traffic in Arms regulations (ITAR).
- Ability to travel as required.
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE
- Master’s degree in engineering or science.
- 3 or more years of experience in an engineering role.
- Experience working with space and defense customers, particularly in electronics and RF-related products.
CesiumAstro considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills. Full-time employment offers include company stock options and a generous benefits package including health, dental, vision, HSA, FSA, life, disability and retirement plans.
CesiumAstro is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Please note: CesiumAstro does not accept unsolicited resumes from contract agencies or search firms. Any unsolicited resumes submitted to our website or to CesiumAstro team members will be considered property of CesiumAstro, and we will not be obligated to pay any referral fees.
Skills Required
- Must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, conditional resident, asylee, refugee, or eligible to obtain required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State
- Bachelor's degree in engineering or science
- Minimum 6 years total experience
- Proven track record closing B2B contracts with large US defense primes or large commercial space and aerospace companies
- Self-motivated, organized, focused, competitive and goal-oriented
- Exceptional communication and presentation skills
- Working knowledge of Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR)
- Ability to travel as required
- Master's degree in engineering or science
- 3 or more years of experience in an engineering role
- Experience with space and defense customers, particularly electronics and RF-related products
CesiumAstro Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about CesiumAstro and has not been reviewed or approved by CesiumAstro.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage includes medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, plus FSAs and mental health benefits. Feedback suggests the health package is comprehensive for a growth-stage aerospace firm.
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Retirement Support — Offerings include a 401(k) with company matching and other retirement-plan elements. Feedback suggests core retirement mechanisms are in place alongside standard financial benefits.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Generous PTO, paid holidays, paid sick days, and bereavement leave are included. Feedback suggests time-off options are broad on paper across multiple leave types.
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The Company
What We Do
We build high-throughput, plug-and-play phased array communication payloads for space and airborne platforms. CesiumAstro’s full-stack, multi-mission hardware and software products enable a diverse range of commercial and defense objectives. Full-system engineering design is at the heart of every CesiumAstro product. We deliver high-performance solutions under rapid development timelines.
Why Work With Us
At CesiumAstro, we’re a team. We’re passionate, respectful, and determined colleagues ready to help at a moment’s notice. We’re mentors excited to enable our peers with the knowledge they need to succeed. Together, we’re visionaries committing to building memories that will last a lifetime.
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