VP Sales

COMPANY

• NewOrbit builds satellites that fly in very low Earth orbit, below 300 km, along with the electric propulsion that keeps them there.
• Flying closer to Earth means sharper imagery from smaller optics, and an orbit that cleans itself: our satellites de-orbit within a month at end of life, leaving no debris.
• Our AURA family of RF gridded ion thrusters powers our own NEO-1 satellite, with first flight planned for Q3 2028, and is also offered to other operators.
• Electric propulsion is what lets our satellites hold very low orbits, and our AURA RF gridded ion thruster is at the centre of it.

YOUR ROLE

We are seeking a VP Sales to lead new business development with government and large space sector customers. This is a senior, hands-on role for someone who thrives on winning major contracts personally, not just directing a team from a distance.

You bring deep, current knowledge of the satellite sales landscape, a track record of closing significant contracts, and the seniority to represent NewOrbit at the highest level with strategic customers.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Win and close contracts: Lead high-value deals with governments and large space organisations, from first conversation through to signature.
• Own the full sales cycle: Sourcing, qualification, proposal, negotiation, and close - across every stage.
• Build strategic relationships: Develop and maintain senior-level relationships across government agencies, primes, and major operators.
• Set commercial strategy: Shape and execute NewOrbit's sales approach for government and enterprise customers.
• Represent NewOrbit externally: Executive-level presence at customer meetings, government engagements, and industry events.
• Partner internally: Work closely with engineering and delivery teams to scope deals that are commercially sound and deliverable.
• Report to leadership: Own pipeline, forecasting, and deal status reporting to the board.
• Grow the function: Build out a wider sales team as the business scales.

FUNDAMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

• Satellite sales experience (required): Direct, hands-on experience selling satellites specifically, across the full sales process. Current, up-to-date knowledge of the satellite customer landscape.
• Deal track record: Demonstrated history of winning significant (single-digit million £) contracts with large space organizations and/or governments.
• Seniority: Minimum 10 years in space industry sales; realistically 15-20+ years. This is a senior hire.
• Career focus: Majority, ideally the entirety, of your career spent in the space industry.
• Relationship-led approach: A strong, established professional network across government, primes, and major operators, built through years of direct engagement in the sector.

WHY NEWORBIT SPACE?

• Pioneering space technology - Your work on our RF gridded ion thrusters and VLEO satellite platform will redefine satellite operations and challenge traditional LEO.
• Ownership and impact - You'll have a level of ownership that's rare in the space industry, and you'll take part in the full lifecycle of satellite technology.
• Equity and competitive salary - Alongside a competitive salary you receive a company ownership stake, so you share in the technology you help build and in our collective success.
• Comprehensive benefits - Private health insurance with dental and optical cover, and annual health check-ups.
• Hybrid working - One dedicated remote day per week.
• Visa sponsorship and relocation support - We sponsor visas and provide relocation support for candidates moving to join us.