Chief Executive Officer

Sodern America•Englewood, CO

2d•$275,000 - $325,000

About The Position

The CEO of Sodern America will be responsible for the strategic and operational leadership of the U.S. subsidiary, which is being established as a new branch office in Englewood, Colorado. This branch will produce and commercialize satellite equipment. The CEO will lead the company to achieve the business and financial goals set by ArianeGroup and specifically by Sodern, the French entity specializing in the production of optronics for space applications.

Requirements

Proven experience in leading a company, ideally in the aerospace or electronics sector.
In-depth knowledge of the U.S. market and optronics for space applications.
Strong understanding of the space industry and the ability to navigate the U.S. space ecosystem.
Ability to work collaboratively with international teams and manage cross-functional aspects.
Excellent leadership and project management skills.
Mastery of the financial and commercial aspects of a company.
Experience in lobbying and advocacy for technology and space-related solutions.
Must be a U.S. citizen to engage in lobbying activities and maintain compliance with U.S. regulations.
Fluent in English (written and spoken).
Significant experience in the aerospace or electronics sector required
Advanced degree in business administration, engineering, or a related field

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of French is an asset for communication with the French entities of the group.

Responsibilities

Deploy Sodern American capabilities: manage and develop the Sodern America team, focusing on training and motivating employees, follow-up on the site installation with industrial activities.
Define and implement a commercial and marketing strategy to develop the U.S. market for optronics for space applications. Commercial targets to be discussed and defined accordingly with Sodern Sales
Establish and maintain strategic relationships with clients (>40 customers, start-ups and large groups) and commercial partners
Ensure the operational activities within Sodern America, in collaboration with the French Sodern team – Sodern America produces qualified star trackers for US spatial application and is responsible for its customer’s support.
Manage the financial aspects of the company, ensuring profitability and growth (P&L).
Ensure regular communication with the CEO of Sodern to align actions and results with the group's goals.
Demonstrate a deep understanding of the space industry and the U.S. space ecosystem, share market evolution with Sodern in France to inform the product roadmaps.
Engage in lobbying efforts to promote Sodern solutions at the institutional and governmental levels in the United States.
Responsible for Sodern's image in the USA