Business Development Manager

🌍 Business Development Manager – Defence & Aerospace (Remote, Germany / EMEA)
Location: Germany (Remote)
Travel: Approx. 30% within EMEA
Department: Sales
Reports To: Managing Director, EMEA

About the Role

We’re partnering with a leading global provider of high-reliability electronic components and advanced microelectronics solutions serving the Defence, Aerospace, and Space industries. With over three decades of proven expertise, they deliver cutting-edge technology supporting some of the most demanding environments and mission-critical applications worldwide.

They are now looking to appoint an experienced Business Development Manager to drive new business growth across top-tier Defence Primes and strategic customers throughout EMEA. This is a key, senior commercial role with direct visibility to executive leadership.

The role is fully remote and based in Germany, with travel expectations around 50%.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and win new business with leading Defence and Aerospace clients across EMEA.

• Achieve annual sales and design-win targets aligned to company growth goals.

• Build and maintain strong technical and commercial relationships across engineering and C-level stakeholders.

• Drive capture plans for high-priority “must-win” programs, tracking progress through opportunity management tools.

• Provide regular sales updates and business development reports to senior leadership.

• Represent the company at industry events and customer meetings, showcasing a deep understanding of microelectronics and power solutions.

• Maintain the highest standards of integrity, professionalism, and customer satisfaction.

About You

• Degree in Engineering, Business, or a related discipline.

• At least 10 years of experience in business development or sales within the Defence, Aerospace, or Space electronics sectors.

• Proven ability to win and grow business within complex, multi-stakeholder organizations.

• Strong technical and commercial understanding of microelectronics, defense-grade components, or power solutions.

• Excellent communication, negotiation, and strategic planning skills.

• Ability to travel within the assigned territory (approx. 30%)

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.

• Opportunity to join a world-class company with a 35+ year heritage in advanced electronics.

• Work fully remotely from anywhere in Germany while engaging with global industry leaders.

• A collaborative, growth-oriented environment where initiative and impact are truly valued.

If you’re a seasoned business development leader who thrives in high-technology, mission-critical markets and enjoys driving growth in the Defence and Aerospace sectors, we’d love to hear from you.

📩 Apply now to learn more about this opportunity.