Managing Director – Satellite Systems Business Unit

About the role

We are seeking a decisive Managing Director to lead a European business unit that designs and delivers advanced communication systems for the satellite industry. Reporting directly to the Supervisory Board, you will have full P&L responsibility and will steer the unit through a critical transformation phase, aligning it with the broader group’s growth strategy.

Key responsibilities

• Own the P&L for the business unit and report financial performance to the Supervisory Board.
• Lead organisational change, balancing short‑term transformation with long‑term sustainability.
• Define and execute a strategic plan to achieve profitability, expand market share and integrate fully with the parent group.
• Shape the product roadmap to keep the unit at the technological forefront.
• Deliver operational excellence that meets the expectations of international government and commercial customers.
• Build a high‑performance culture, collaborating with employee representatives and local stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain relationships with key customers, government agencies and industry partners across Europe and beyond.

Required profile

• 10+ years in senior leadership roles with proven business development, strategy execution and revenue growth.
• Demonstrated turnaround or transformation experience delivering profitability.
• Ability to assess complex situations quickly and make decisive, high‑stakes decisions.
• Experience in new‑space, satellite, aerospace or defence sectors, preferably with government or constellation programmes.
• Full P&L ownership, including budgeting, forecasting and board‑level reporting.
• Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, computer science or a related field.
• Fluent English and EU citizenship (required by export control and security regulations).

Required skills

• Satellite hardware
• Satellite software

What we offer

• Base salary between €240,000 and €290,000 per year.
• Potential equity participation at group level.
• 30 days of annual leave.