Business Development Manager – Defence & Security
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Delft - Netherlands
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Job Summary
Business Development Manager Defence & Security
Delft Netherlands
About thisjob
We are currently looking for a Business Development Manager Defence & Securityto join the team in Delft.
We are a growing innovation-driven organisation and looking to expand our team operating within the Defence & Security domain where advanced technologies are translated into real-world operational capabilities.
To support our continued growth we are looking for a Business Development Manager who can connect technology stakeholders and operational needs. In this role you will work closely with Defence organisations research partners and industry stakeholders to identify opportunities and help shape solutions that make a real impact.
You will play a key role in bridging the gap between technical innovation and practical application helping turn ideas into deployable products and services used in complex and mission-critical environments.
Job details
Business Development Manager Defence & Security
Main responsibilities
- Build and maintain strong relationships with Defence stakeholders research institutions and industry partners
- Translate operational needs into concrete opportunities and collaborations
- Identify and develop new business opportunities within the Defence & Security domain
- Stay up to date with market trends emerging technologies and Defence developments
- Represent the organisation at events exhibitions and industry gatherings
- Work closely with internal technical teams to shape proposals and solutions
- Support the development of business cases and value propositions
- Contribute to turning innovative technologies into practical field-ready capabilities
Requirements
Experience & expertise
- Bachelors or Masters level working and thinking ability
- Relevant experience within the Defence & Security sector or a comparable environment
- Strong affinity with high-tech systems and innovation
- Understanding of Defence-related systems or environments (e.g. C4ISR) is a strong advantage
- Experience in business development stakeholder management or similar roles
Personal profile
- Strong communicator with the ability to engage at different levels
- Fluent in Dutch and English (both required)
- Commercial mindset with a focus on identifying opportunities and building partnerships
- Strong networking skills and willingness to represent the organisation externally
- Able to translate complex topics into clear and practical solutions
- Interest in working within the Defence domain with the ability to obtain security clearance (SECRET level)
What we offer
- A role at the intersection of technology strategy and real-world impact
- The opportunity to work within the Defence & Security ecosystem contributing to meaningful and mission-critical solutions
- A high level of autonomy and responsibility
- Collaboration with highly skilled technical and commercial teams
- An innovative and growing environment with strong international exposure
- A competitive salary and benefits package
Please note that if you do not hear back from us within 10 days of your application you may assume that we have selected another candidate we would like to interview for this position. We do our best to get back to you individually; however due to a high volume of responses it can be that we have not been able to reject your application in person.
We kindly request that recruitment agencies do not contact us regarding this vacancy. We are not seeking assistance and will not be liable for any fees or charges associated with unsolicited CVs or candidate introductions. Any candidates submitted by agencies without prior written agreement will be considered our direct applicants and may be employed without obligation or fee.
Are you enthusiastic about becoming our new Business Development Manager Defence & Security
Apply via our application form or send your CV and motivational letter directly to
Our story
At S&T we contribute to a safer life on earth by translating space data into valuable and actionable insights. We oversee data from instruments to application and apply our expertise within our software frameworks information products and consultancy.
Our society relies on space and scientific instruments for climate change monitoring navigation defence and national security and other crucial services we all use in our daily lives. These instruments produce an enormous quantity of complex data and our goal is to unlock its value.
We have more than 20 years of experience working on instrument calibration the creation of data quality monitoring tools the development of real-time data processing frameworks and the development of application-specific algorithms. With this we help organisations governments and industries to strengthen their information position and thereby improve their decision making. We focus on the following domains: Space & Science Defence & Security Environment & Sustainability and High-Tech Consulting.
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How to apply
Would you like to hear more Send your CV and motivational letter to or apply directly through our website.
Kindly note that acquisition from third parties (e.g. agencies) based on this vacancy is not welcome.
Required Experience:
Manager
About Company
At S[&]T we contribute to a safer life on Earth by translating space data into valuable and actionable insights. With over two decades of expertise we empower organisations, governments, and industries to strengthen their information position and enhance decision-making.
