Company Description Space Belief is pioneering the replacement of heavy aerospace metals with lightweight, bio-engineered materials grown in automated systems. By developing ultra-light biological composites inspired by natural proteins like spider silk, the company delivers high-strength, radiation-protective materials at a fraction of conventional mass.

These hydrogen-rich bio-materials reduce satellite weight by over 50%, improve radiation shielding, and generate significant launch cost savings for operators.

Space

Belief’s conformal, sprayable, and 3D-printable materials reduce dependency on expensive, hard-to-source metals and enable more sustainable space operations. Starting with satellite panel replacement, the company is building an eco-friendly infrastructure for satellites in Earth orbit and future habitats on the Moon.

Role Description The Co-Founder, VP Business Development / Chief Commercial Officer / Head of Corporate Development is a full-time remote role responsible for shaping and executing Space Belief’s commercial and growth strategy. This position leads business development initiatives, including identifying and closing strategic partnerships with satellite operators, aerospace primes, and key industry stakeholders.

Day-to-day tasks include building and managing the sales pipeline, negotiating commercial agreements, and developing go-to-market plans for new products and applications.



The role collaborates closely with the technical and product teams to align customer needs with bio-material capabilities, support pilot projects, and refine value propositions. This leader also drives corporate development activities, such as market analysis, investor relations support, and long-term strategic planning to scale sustainable space materials globally.

Qualifications

- Strong analytical skills to evaluate markets, customer economics, and partnership opportunities.
- Excellent communication skills for engaging customers, presenting complex technical concepts clearly, and collaborating across teams.
- Proven sales experience in B2B or enterprise environments, preferably within aerospace, advanced materials, or deep tech.
- Marketing and research skills to develop go-to-market strategies, segment target customers, and validate product–market fit.
- Background in business development, corporate development, or commercial leadership roles, ideally in a startup or high-growth setting.
- Demonstrated ability to build and manage strategic partnerships and long sales cycles.
- Comfort working in a remote, highly team-oriented environment with cross-functional, global stakeholders.
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Physics, Materials Science, or related field; advanced degree (MBA or technical) is a plus.
- Interest in sustainable space operations, aerospace innovation, and bio-based materials.
- Ability to operate as a co-founder-level leader, including ownership mindset, resilience, and readiness to work in an early-stage company.

📌 Co-Founder, VP business development , chief commercial officer , head of corporate development (India)
🏢 SpaceBelief
📍 India