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Axiom Space is building the world’s first commercial space station – Axiom Station. Serving as a cornerstone for sustained human presence in space, this next-generation orbital platform fosters groundbreaking innovation and research in microgravity, and cultivates the vibrant, global space economy of tomorrow. Today, driven by the vision of leading humanity's journey off planet, Axiom Space is the principal provider of commercial human spaceflight services to the International Space Station and developer of advanced spacesuits for the Moon and low-Earth orbit. Axiom Space is building era-defining space infrastructure that drives exploration and fuels a vibrant space economy that will empower our civilization to transcend Earth for the benefit of every human, everywhere.

Axiom Space fosters a work environment inclusive of all perspectives. We are the pioneers of commercial space, leading the transformation of low-Earth orbit into a global space marketplace. Our mission-driven team is seeking a bold and dynamic Director, International Markets who is fueled by high ownership, execution horsepower, growth mindset, and driven to understand our world, science/technology, and life itself, for the benefit of all on Earth and beyond.

POSITION SUMMARY

Our team is looking for an energetic and dynamic **Director, International Markets** who will primarily be responsible for managing a team of sales and business development professionals to develop business opportunities with sovereign governments and commercial clients. We are looking for an individual who is passionate about customer service and excels at problem solving. The role requires strong organizational, time management, and communication skills.

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

+ Lead and manage a global team of sales and business development professionals to achieve international revenue and growth targets.

+ Develop and execute the company’s international market strategy, identifying high-priority regions, customers, and partnerships.

+ Cultivate relationships with foreign government agencies, ministries, and commercial enterprises to generate new business opportunities.

+ Drive development strategies for large, complex international contracts, including government tenders, public-private partnerships, and strategic alliances.

+ Represent the company at trade shows, industry conferences, and diplomatic events to advance brand visibility and market positioning.

+ Provide market intelligence and competitive analysis to inform pricing, positioning, and go-to-market strategies in diverse regions.

+ Establish performance metrics and implement sales enablement tools to optimize team productivity, pipeline visibility, and customer engagement.

+ Advise executive leadership on emerging global trends, risks, and policy developments impacting international business growth.

+ Perform additional job duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education & Experience

+ Bachelor’s Degree in engineering, business, or related field required and,

+ 3-5 years’ experience in NASA/Axiom flight operations, and

+ 3-5 years’ experience supporting international governments as customers, and

+ 3-5 years’ experience negotiating international government contracts.

+ Track record of delivering outcomes in ambiguous, fast-moving environments

+ Uses good judgement, positively impacting difficult challenges

+ Proven to deliver high quality results

Grit

+ Passion for space and the mission

+ Entrepreneurial, growth mindset

+ Perseverance

+ Resourceful, adaptable

Skills

+ Executes priorities with precision and pace

+ High EQ and ability to collaborate within teams and cross-functionally

+ Tech-savvy in using systems and tools to move faster and smarter

+ Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Competencies:

Embody our core values of **leadership** , **innovation** , and **teamwork.** In addition, to perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

+ Accountability

+ Sense of Urgency

+ Extreme Ownership

+ Execution and Delivery

+ Efficiency

+ Effectiveness

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Generally, an office environment, but can involve inside or outside work depending on the task. Frequently, this position will be required to travel domestically and/or internationally, at least 50% of the time.

Requirements

+ Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation.

+ Management has the prerogative to select at any level for which the position is advertised.

+ Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency is a requirement for this position.

+ Must be willing to work evenings and weekends as needed to meet critical project milestones.

Physical Requirements

+ Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods (90% of the time)

+ May require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs. (5% of the time)

+ Equipment and Machines

+ Standard office equipment (PC, phone, printer, etc.)

_Axiom Space is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Axiom Space does not discriminate on the basis of race, regional color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics._