Product Marketing SpecialistNew

Capella Space

Louisville, KY

Full Time

Senior

88k-157k

about 2 months ago

Job Description

About the Role

Capella Space is a pioneer in Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) satellite technology and space-based signal intelligence. We empower government, commercial, and research organizations around the world with high-resolution, timely Earth insights that drive better decisions across defense, disaster response, infrastructure monitoring, environmental protection, energy, and more. As a U.S.-based company and a subsidiary of IonQ, we design, build, and operate an advanced constellation of commercial SAR satellites, backed by a fully automated platform delivering fast, reliable insights. Our mission is to bring quantum computing to space, supporting ultra-secure, encrypted uplink and downlink capabilities, reducing latency, and enabling on-orbit analytics. We are recognized for innovation and work with prominent agencies like the U.S. Space Force, NASA, and the National Reconnaissance Office. Our environment is fast-paced, collaborative, and values diversity, creativity, and bold thinking.

Key Responsibilities

Partner with product management to develop go-to-market product strategy and collaborate with a cross-functional team to launch market-ready products to meet key business objectives.
Track marketing objectives and execute on longer-term promotional campaigns targeting defined audiences.
Support marketing research and competitive analysis, sharing insights with teams.
Represent voice of customer, research competitors, understand industry trends, and analyze market opportunities.
Communicate emerging capabilities in coordination with the longer-term business strategy.
Develop product positioning and competitive differentiation that resonates with government and commercial customers.
Create high-value sales materials such as product brochures, PowerPoint slides, web pages, booth messaging, and product samples.
Develop customer stories and collaborate with Analytics Partners for joint go-to-market strategies.
Define and execute promotional strategy and marketing plans in partnership with the marketing team and external experts.

Requirements

5+ years of proven B2B product marketing or product management experience, preferably in aerospace, SaaS, defense tech, or geospatial analytics.
Experience marketing data, platform, or solution offerings, especially in enterprise, long sales-cycle environments.
Ability to collaborate effectively with sales, product, and executive teams.
Strong technical acumen with the ability to translate engineering language into market-ready messaging.
Motivated by work that makes the world smarter, safer, and more transparent.
Self-driven learner with curiosity about emerging technologies in aerospace and geospatial fields.

Nice to Have

A passion for process improvements in a scaling company fostering innovation and growth.
Experience with a variety of digital tools to recommend, implement, and execute best practices.

Qualifications

Educational background or certifications are not explicitly specified, but 5+ years of relevant experience is required.

Benefits & Perks

Extensive medical coverage, including vision and dental plans, flexible spending accounts, and supplemental health options.
401K plan for long-term retirement savings.
Generous parental leave and paid flexible time off.
Lifestyle spending account, commuter and parking benefits.
Mental health resources, monthly phone stipend, daily lunches, and stocked kitchens.
Dog-friendly work environment with pet insurance options.

Working at Capella Space

Capella Space values curiosity, grit, and a shared commitment to redefining space innovation. The environment is fast-paced, humble, collaborative, and inclusive, encouraging diverse perspectives and bold thinking. The company fosters a culture of creativity, integrity, and continuous learning, with a focus on building the future of SAR and advancing space technology.

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