Business Development Expert

• October 5, 2026
  
  

Job Position at OHB Hellas

Status

Open

Posted On

05/10/2026

Closing Date

31/10/2026

Location

Athens, Greece

OHB Hellas is currently in search of a skilled Business Development Expert to join our Business Development department. This role combines strategic growth-seeking with hands-on proposal leadership, working at the interface between OHB Hellas, ESA, the European Commission, and the broader OHB Group.

Abous Us

We’re a growing space systems engineering company with the agility of a startup and the safety net of a larger group. We’re expanding our presence in ESA and EU programmes and building out our Business Development function as a key growth area for the company. If you value initiative, ownership, and strategic thinking, you’ll feel at home here.

Job Overview

The Business Development Expert will report to the Business Development Manager and play a critical role in identifying and securing new growth opportunities for the company. This position requires a versatile individual who can actively scout the market, lead and write competitive proposals, and act as bid manager for submissions to ESA and EU programmes.

Main Responsibilities

• Actively identify and pursue new business and growth opportunities for OHB Hellas.
• Lead and write proposals in response to calls for tenders, ensuring technical, managerial, and compliance quality.
• Act as Bid Manager for proposals submitted to ESA and the European Union (e.g. Horizon Europe), coordinating inputs across teams and partners.
• Build and maintain relationships with ESA, government bodies, the European Commission, and industrial partners.
• Liaise internally with the OHB Group to align business development strategy and share opportunities across the group.
• Monitor space and defence sector programmes, calls, and funding opportunities relevant to the company’s strategy.
• Support the preparation of management and technical documentation for proposal submissions and project reviews.
• Contribute to positioning and strategy discussions within the BD department.
  
  

Profile We’re Looking For

• At least a Master’s degree in Business Administration, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
• At least 3 years of experience in a relevant Business Development, proposal management, or bid management role.
• Experience in the space and defence sector.
• Proven experience leading and writing proposals, ideally for ESA and/or EU programmes.
• Strong understanding of ESA, European Commission, and government procurement processes.
• Excellent proposal writing, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• English (proficient level, required) and German (good-to-have).
• Willingness to take on challenges, show resiliency, and continuously develop new skills.
• Military service obligations fulfilled (for male Greek citizens).
  
  

What We Offer

• Impact & ownership: a high-responsibility role with visible impact on the company’s growth
• Balanced scope: real strategic responsibility and hands-on proposal and bid leadership.
• Environment: collaborative, high-trust culture that values initiative, asking questions early, and taking calculated risks.
• Benefits: private health insurance, flexible hours, remote work on a case-by-case basis, training/certifications, business travel opportunities, and benefit vouchers.
• Compensation: competitive Greek salary based on experience.
• Locations: Athens; hybrid options considered case-by-case.
• Start date: as soon as possible.
  
  

How to Apply

• Please apply by 31st October 2026. We review applications on a rolling basis and encourage motivated candidates to apply early.
  
  

Apply via LinkedIn or email CV + short motivation letter (1-2 paragraphs) to info@ohb-hellas.gr with subject: “Business Development Expert – ”.

Dislaimer

• References and/or recommendation letter from previous employers are preferred but not required.
• As part of our selection process, shortlisted candidates may be asked to prepare a short response (e.g. a few slides) on a practical scenario.