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Business Development (Spain)

Hybrid in Madrid·Added 25 days ago (last checked 30 Oct)

Destinus

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Hybrid, Madrid
Spanish
Fluent
English
Required
Experience
5+ years

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What we're looking for

  • At least 5 years of experience in business development, sales, partnerships, or a related commercial role, ideally within defense, aerospace, security, or another highly technical industry
  • Strong understanding of the Spanish defense ecosystem, including relevant institutions, stakeholders, procurement processes, and industry dynamics
  • Existing relationships within the Spanish defense sector
  • Demonstrated ability to identify opportunities, develop customer relationships, and move complex opportunities through long sales cycles
  • Strong commercial mindset with the ability to understand both customer requirements and technical products
  • Confidence working directly with senior stakeholders, customers, government representatives, and industry partners
  • Experience contributing to tenders, proposals, commercial negotiations, or government procurement processes
  • Ability to coordinate effectively across technical and commercial teams in an international environment
  • Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills
  • Fluent Spanish and professional working proficiency in English
  • Availability to travel regularly within Spain and internationally when required

The role

Imagine this. You are helping shape Destinus' growth in one of Europe's most important defense markets. As part of Business Development Spain, you will identify new opportunities, build strong relationships across the Spanish defense ecosystem, and turn complex customer needs into real business opportunities.

This is a highly commercial and relationship-driven role for someone who understands how business gets done in the Spanish defense sector. You will work closely with government stakeholders, defense organizations, industry partners, and internal teams to strengthen our position in Spain and build a solid pipeline of strategic opportunities.

At Destinus, we are revolutionizing the defense industry with cutting-edge Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs). Our innovative technologies are designed to meet the unique demands of modern defense operations, delivering unparalleled speed, precision, and cost effectiveness. Destinus partners with government agencies and defense organizations worldwide to provide advanced solutions for mission-critical operations, enabling a new era of efficiency and technological superiority. Join us in shaping the future of defense with groundbreaking aerospace innovations.

What you'll do

  • Drive business development activities across the Spanish defense market, identifying and developing opportunities aligned with Destinus' technologies and strategic priorities
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders across the Spanish Ministry of Defence, Armed Forces, government organizations, defense industry, and strategic partners
  • Develop a deep understanding of customer requirements, operational needs, procurement processes, and upcoming defense programs in Spain
  • Build and manage a strong pipeline of opportunities, taking ownership from early market engagement through qualification, proposal development, negotiation, and contract award
  • Position Destinus and its solutions effectively with customers, partners, and decision makers, communicating complex technologies in a clear and commercially compelling way
  • Monitor Spanish defense priorities, budgets, procurement plans, competitor activity, and market developments to identify opportunities early
  • Coordinate closely with engineering, product, program, legal, finance, and leadership teams to develop competitive proposals and commercial strategies
  • Support tenders, RFIs, RFPs, demonstrations, customer meetings, industry events, and other activities throughout the business development cycle
  • Identify potential local partners and develop strategic relationships that strengthen Destinus' position and capabilities in Spain
  • Maintain accurate opportunity forecasts and provide clear visibility on pipeline development, customer engagement, risks, and next steps
  • Represent Destinus at relevant defense exhibitions, conferences, customer meetings, and industry events in Spain and internationally

Who You Are

You are commercially sharp, curious, and comfortable operating in an environment where things move fast. You know how to build credibility with customers and understand that strong business development is about relationships, timing, persistence, and understanding what the customer actually needs. You take ownership, open doors, connect the right people, and keep opportunities moving. You are equally comfortable discussing strategy with senior stakeholders and working closely with technical teams to turn ambitious ideas into real business.

About Destinus

Destinus is a deep-tech aerospace company developing hypersonic flight technologies, including hydrogen-powered hypersonic aircraft and high-speed propulsion systems. Founded in 2021 and headquartered in Payerne, Switzerland, the company operates across Europe with a strong focus on research, engineering, and flight testing, positioning itself as a key player in the future of ultra-fast air travel.

In Spain, Destinus has a significant presence, with offices in Madrid and Barcelona, where it runs engineering, IT, and UAV operations. The company is actively hiring international talent for roles in mechanical design, turbojet engineering, UAV operations, and IT, offering a dynamic, fast-paced environment at the forefront of aerospace innovation. For international professionals, Destinus provides an opportunity to work on groundbreaking projects in a multicultural setting, with Spain serving as a key hub for its European operations.

Industry
Aerospace
Founded
2017
Employees
100–500
Headquarters
Payerne, Switzerland
In Spain
Madrid

Good to know if you are moving

  • Destinus is a Swiss company with a significant engineering hub in Madrid, Spain, offering opportunities for aerospace professionals in a growing startup environment.
  • The company is developing hydrogen-powered hypersonic aircraft, a cutting-edge field that offers unique career growth for engineers and technicians.
  • Spain offices focus on UAV flight testing, turbojet engineering, and production, providing hands-on roles in aerospace innovation.
  • The company operates in a multicultural environment, with English likely being the working language, making it accessible for international hires.
  • Destinus is relatively young and fast-growing, which may offer more responsibility and faster career progression compared to established aerospace giants.
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