Business Developer for R&D Funding
Description For Business Developer for R&D Funding
Destinus is revolutionizing aerospace technology with a mission to make distance irrelevant through their innovative near-space vehicles. As a Business Developer for R&D Funding, you'll play a crucial role in securing and managing institutional funding opportunities. The position involves drafting proposals for open institutional competitions and managing successful project implementations.
The role requires a unique blend of business acumen and technical understanding, as you'll be the bridge between engineering teams, project management, and administrative functions. You'll be responsible for ensuring proposal coherence and project execution aligns with technical objectives, timelines, and cost commitments.
Working at Destinus means joining a company with ambitious vision in the aerospace sector. They're building hydrogen-powered vehicles that operate at the border of space, moving ten times faster than conventional aircraft. This technology aims to provide a revolutionary backbone for logistics, e-commerce, and supply chain companies.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in proposal management within the aerospace, space, or defense sectors, with proven success in securing funding. You'll need to be comfortable working with complex technical concepts while maintaining strong project management and communication skills. The role offers an opportunity to be at the forefront of revolutionary aerospace technology while working with a diverse, inclusive team.
Destinus offers a hybrid work environment in Madrid, Spain, and values career growth and collective achievement. The company maintains a strong commitment to equal opportunity employment and values diversity in their teams. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the future of transportation and logistics while working with cutting-edge technology and a passionate team dedicated to redefining the possibilities of aerospace travel.
Responsibilities For Business Developer for R&D Funding
- Identify funding opportunities at national and European levels
- Collaborate with engineering, administrative, and project management teams to develop proposals
- Draft and coordinate proposal documents with precision
- Coordinate with internal teams and external partners
- Plan, coordinate, and manage project activities under Project Manager guidance
- Manage project expenses, provide cost reporting, and ensure audit readiness
- Create detailed information documents (cost breakdowns, activity plans, deliverables)
- Maintain databases of public incentives and auditable document records
- Participate in audits conducted by regulatory authorities
Requirements For Business Developer for R&D Funding
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, economics, or business administration
- Understanding of basic technology/engineering principles
- Knowledge of corporate accounting and finance
- Familiarity with political science
- Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience as a proposal manager in aerospace, space, or defense sectors
- Proven track record in successful proposals and projects
- Demonstrated experience working in teams
- Native Spanish and fluent English required, French or German proficiency beneficial
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