VP - Product Business Unit

Job overall purpose:

• This is a senior executive role with independent P&L accountability, reporting directly to the CEO and serving as a member of the GomSpace Executive Team

Our Mission:

GomSpace is on a journey to become a true “Gorilla” and industry leader in the rapidly growing space sector. We are scaling our capabilities and ambition to set the standard for nanosatellite and microsatellite solutions, building a business that shapes the future of space.

Your mission:

You will drive the smooth operation and ambitious growth of our Product Business Unit, ensuring strategic execution that enables GomSpace to deliver best-in-class space technology to customers worldwide. Through a mix of organic growth, partnerships, and potential M&A opportunities, you will scale the unit with a clear ambition: to grow revenue from today’s ~100 MSEK to 500 MSEK within four years.

What you will do:

• Lead and inspire ~90 colleagues across Aalborg and Luxembourg, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and innovation

• Own the Product BU strategy, aligning portfolio development, customer focus, and operational excellence with GomSpace’s long-term vision

• Secure seamless day-to-day operations while preparing the business for significant scaling

• Develop and expand the product portfolio through in-house innovation and partnerships

• Play an active role in potential acquisitions and integrations to strengthen capabilities and market reach

• Partner closely with other Business Units and functions to ensure a unified GomSpace customer experience

• Represent GomSpace and the Product BU externally with customers, partners, and investors

Criteria of Success:

• Succesfull execution of the very ambitious growth strategy

Critical experience:

• Experienced executive leadership in a high-tech or aerospace/space industry environment

• Demonstrated success in growing businesses through both organic and in- organic (M&A) strategies

• Strong experience with P&L accountability and scaling organizations internationally

Skills:

• A leader who balances strategic vision with operational discipline

• Ability to inspire teams across cultures and geographies while creating clarity

and focus

• Willingness to relocate to Aalborg, Denmark (relocation package provided)

• Active or eligible for security clearance

Education:

• Relevant degree in Engineering (Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or related field

The company doesn't become aware of your inquiry without your acceptance. If you have any questions about the position, you are welcome to contact Jan Tornfeldt via jt@matchmaker.dk or phone +45 29 99 90 40

GomSpace is a globally leading manufacturer and supplier of cubesat & small satellite solutions for customers in the academic, government and commercial markets. Our positions of strength include systems integration, cubesat platforms, advanced miniaturized radio technology and satellite operations. Our international team is devoted to understanding our customer’s requirements and to delivering flawlessly. We are more than 175 employees, from many different nationalities, and we serve customers in more than 60 countries.

We were founded in 2007 and are today a listed company at the Nasdaq stock exchange in Stockholm (GOMX). We have our global headquarters in Aalborg in Denmark, our constellation operations and development center in Luxembourg, and sales & business development offices in France and North America.

Our mission:

“We make Space Yours”

From our first CubeSat innovations to enabling entire constellations, we’ve been driven by one mission: to empower nations, businesses, researchers, and visionaries to claim their place in space.
With cutting-edge small satellite technology, we break down barriers – making access to space smarter, faster, and more affordable.
Today, we’re not just building satellites – we’re building opportunities. We’re not just enabling missions – we’re enabling dreams by helping and guiding our customers in fulfilling their space ambitions. Whether you’re a startup launching your first satellite, an ambitious government deploying national strengths or an established enterprise building a global network “We make space Yours. Accessible, Affordable, Useful.

It’s YOURS to explore, YOURS to innovate, and YOURS to reach.

With more than 17 years of experience in the market and a track record of multiple successful missions accomplished, we have developed profound knowledge and competencies within Radio Technology, Cubesat Platforms, Project Management as well as Innovation. We provide the solutions that enables our customers to succeed in their business - whether this is a product, a subsystem, support or a full customized solution. We deliver these projects based on our strong in-house portfolios of established products and rich capabilities.

We have a strong focus on investors and stock market, and when asked why people should invest in GomSpace, our answer is:

Strong Foundation to Compete

• Leading Manufacturer: GomSpace is a leading manufacturer of small satellite technology

• Established Experience: Founded in 2007, GomSpace is the oldest start-up in the new space sector, leveraging 17 years of experience.

• Robust Technology and Brand: GomSpace boasts a strong technology platform and a reputable brand.

Market Demand

• High Growth: The market for small satellite technology is experiencing a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 19%.

• Diverse Customer Base: GomSpace serves various sectors including space explorers (NASA/ESA), commercial applications, and government entities.

Financial Performance

• Journey to Profit: After 12 months of turnaround efforts, GomSpace has structured itself to execute effectively.

• Increased Market Cap: Recent trends show a 300% increase in market capitalization.

• Positive Cashflow: The company is now generating positive cashflow.

Addressing Mega Trends

Existential Societal Issues: GomSpace addresses critical global issues such as climate change, information infrastructure, national security through its space technologies and cyber security in space.

These factors collectively highlight GomSpace's strong position in the market, its ability to meet growing demand, its positive financial trajectory, and its commitment to addressing significant societal challenges.

GOMSpace is organized as three Business Units managed by a VP. This job is in the Programs Business Unit and is referring to the VP. The job is placed at the headquarter in Aalborg, Denmark.

In short GomSpace is

• An innovative and international listed company headquartered in Aalborg

• International in the daily working style - English is the corporate language

• Growing, there are a lot of big projects kicking off, it’s an exciting time to join

• Flexible. We constantly challenge what works best for the teams – the project management is based on internationally recognised standards and team-orientated approaches

• Customer focused: We have respect for our customers

• People focus: We believe success is all about “people and culture”