Business Development Executive (Drone Technology, Security and Government Solutions)
E and D Recruiters · Midrand, Gauteng
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Business Development Specialist: Drone/UAS vacancy in Midrand. A degree or recognised tertiary qualification in Engineering, preferably Electrical, Electronic, Mechanical, Mechatronic, Aeronautical, Systems, Robotics, or a related engineering discipline. Strong technical understanding of drones unmanned aerial systems, robotics, security technology, or related engineering solutions. Duties & Responsibilities
Business Development Executive:Drone/UAS
Midrand
Requirements
- A degree or recognised tertiary qualification in Engineering, preferably Electrical, Electronic, Mechanical, Mechatronic, Aeronautical, Systems, Robotics, or a related engineering discipline.
- A postgraduate qualification, MBA, business management qualification, project management qualification, or equivalent managerial training will be highly advantageous.
- Demonstrable knowledge of commercial business development, sales management, strategic partnerships, or technology-driven commercial operations.
- Strong technical understanding of drones, unmanned aerial systems, robotics, security technology, or related engineering solutions.
- Demonstrable knowledge of the private security industry, particularly companies using drones for surveillance, monitoring, or other security applications.
- An established professional network of relevant security industry contacts, including decision-makers and operational or technical stakeholders.
- Experience identifying, developing, and converting commercial opportunities into contracts or revenue-generating partnerships.
- Experience preparing commercial proposals, conducting negotiations, and managing customer relationships.
- Demonstrable understanding of how drone technology can address practical operational and commercial challenges.
- Experience engaging with government departments, public-sector institutions, or regulated procurement environments will be a strong advantage.
- Experience working with engineering teams and translating technical capabilities into commercial solutions.
- The ideal candidate must have an established professional network within the private security sector, particularly among companies that currently use drones or are actively exploring drone-based security solutions.
- Existing relationships with relevant government departments, procurement officials, decision-makers, and public-sector stakeholders will be a significant advantage.
Responsibilities
- Strategic Business Development and Market Expansion
- Private Security Industry Expertise and Relationships
- Government Relations and Public-Sector Business Development
- Strategic Partnerships and Channel Development
- Sales Development, Negotiations and Contract Management
- Commercial Strategy and Financial Performance
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