Business Development Manager

Are you looking for a new opportunity to take your career to a higher orbit? To join an international group with a successful track record in Space Engineering? A job adapted to your career ambitions and in which you could have an impact for the years to come?

We are looking for a Business Development Manager based in the Netherlands.

About the client and location

Starion Group is a European leader in Defence, Space and Cyber solutions, delivering mission‑critical services, engineering, programme support and secure digital capabilities. With operations across several European countries and a rapidly expanding presence, Starion partners with international institutions, NATO bodies, national governments, and industry leaders to strengthen resilience, sovereignty and operational excellence.

Tasks and activities

The scope of work will include:

• Business development activities with the Dutch MoD, with a focus on space‑related solutions.
• Identifying and establishing partnerships within the Dutch MoD industrial ecosystem.
• Reinforcing and expanding strategic networks and partnerships.
• Sales pipeline development and capture processes.
• Industry and ecosystem engagement.
• Cross‑Functional and Internal Coordination.

Skills and experience

The following skills and experience are mandatory:

• Extensive (15+ years) business development experience in Defence, Space, Security, ICT, and/or institutional markets.
• Strong understanding of Dutch MoD procurement structures and needs.
• Full business capture lifecycle experience.
• Strong communication and relationship‑building skills.
• Dutch nationality is required.
• Solution oriented mindset, with a customer focused communication skill.
• Must be eligible to obtain the required security clearance.
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.

The following skills and experience would be highly desirable:

• Prior service in the Dutch Armed Forces is considered an asset.
• Experience with Dutch MoD procurement.
• Strong knowledge of defence and space/cyber markets.

Why should you apply?

• You will have the opportunity to work within leading space organisations across Europe.
• We encourage everyone to think outside the box and to push the boundaries of traditional knowledge. This role is an opportunity to join a forward-thinking company and allows for a deeper understanding of the industry.
• To be part of a company that values integrity, inspiration, care and collaboration.
• Benefits include: competitive remuneration packages; unique career opportunities, including working in other countries; access to training and development programmes; flexible relocation support.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to achieving diversity within the workforce and creating an inclusive working environment. We therefore welcome applications from all candidates, irrespective of gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religious beliefs, age, disability or other characteristics.

As part of our commitment to providing an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment process, we will provide reasonable adjustments and support to ensure neuro-diverse applicants or those with a disability or long-term condition can be their best during the recruitment process.