Sales Director – Latin America

(This is a remote position based in North America)

GomSpace North America is looking for a dynamic and experienced Sales Director for Latin America (LATAM) to expand GomSpace’s business footprint across the region. This strategic role is responsible for identifying new opportunities, developing partnerships, and leading sales activities with both commercial and institutional customers.

About the Job

The successful candidate will have an in-depth understanding of the smallsat ecosystem, regional market dynamics, and a strong network within Latin America’s growing space and defense communities.

You will be responsible for developing and implementing a regional business development strategy to grow GomSpace’s presence across Latin America.

Key responsibilities include:

• Identify, engage, and manage relationships with government space agencies, defense organizations, commercial operators, universities, and research institutions.
• Lead end-to-end sales cycles, from prospecting to negotiation and contract award.
• Collaborate closely with technical, engineering, and program management teams to deliver customer-aligned solutions.
• Represent GomSpace at regional industry events, conferences, and workshops.
• Provide insights into market trends, competitive landscape, and partnership opportunities.

Your Profile

As a person, you have excellent negotiation and communication skills, and you’re fluent in English and Spanish (Portuguese is a plus). The ideal candidate will have an established network within Latin America’s space sector and the ability to develop new contacts and partnerships across scientific, government and commercial domains. They should also be willing to travel frequently within the region and internationally (30–40%).

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, or related field (advanced degree preferred).
• Minimum 8 years of experience in satellite or aerospace sales and business development.
• Proven success in selling small satellite systems, components, platforms, and mission solutions to commercial or government customers.
• Strong understanding of LEO/smallsat technologies and regional procurement processes.
• Established relationships with key stakeholders in the Latin American space and defense ecosystem.
• Experience working with national space agencies, research institutions, or regional consortiums.

Why choose GomSpace?

Because you will have the opportunity to work on high-impact international NewSpace programs, and you will gain access to a global team of experts and innovators shaping the future of space technology.

You will work in a flexible, collaborative, and mission-driven culture that values initiative and results. We offer a competitive base salary with performance-based incentives.

JOIN OUR MISSION
Please send your application in English. Interviews will be conducted on a continuous basis. If you have any questions regarding the position do not hesitate to contact: Slava Frayter, Chief Executive Officer, GomSpace NA, sfra@gomspacena.com

This is a remote role open to candidates based in the US or Canada. Salary and start date will be individually negotiated.

We kindly draw your attention to the fact that we do not receive applications and resumes via e-mail or by personal appearance. This is to protect and show consideration for your personal information. Apply for the job by following the link below.

About GomSpace
GomSpace is a globally leading designer, integrator and manufacturer of high-end nano and microsatellites for customers in the academic, government and commercial markets. Our positions of strength include systems integration, small satellite subsystems and advanced miniaturized radio technology. At the core of our mission are our core values: Be helpful, communicate openly and frequently, and show true leadership.

Our international team is devoted to understanding our customers’ requirements and delivering high quality. We are listed in Stockholm (GOMX), headquartered in Denmark and have subsidiaries in Sweden, Singapore, France, North America and Luxembourg. We have more than 170 employees servicing customers in more than 55 countries. Learn more on www.gomspace.com

Join us in shaping the future of space exploration!

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Are you ready to take on this exciting challenge and make a lasting impact on the future of space exploration? Apply today and let’s start a conversation.