GCC Aerospace & Defense Business Growth Lead

SGS; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 300,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

SGS is seeking a high‑performing Senior Business Development Leader to drive growth in aerospace, aviation, automotive and defense across the GCC. You will build strategic plans, secure major contracts and lead multi‑country tenders with senior decision‑makers.

You will manage the full sales cycle, coordinate with internal teams, ensure profitability, and maintain long‑term relationships. The role requires extensive travel, strong English communication, and a solid track record in TIC or related

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 years of experience in consultative B2B technical services sales and business development with proven success in securing contracts.
• Strong sales experience within aerospace commercial aviation automotive or defense sectors across the GCC.
• Background in TIC, Business Assurance, aerospace or automotive quality, technical assurance engineering consultancy or multinational technical services.
• Proven track record of developing new business, managing key accounts and closing complex commercial deals.
• Strong network across airlines, MRO providers, aerospace manufacturers, automotive OEMs, defense contractors and industrial clients in the GCC.
• Experience selling management-system certification, supplier assurance, technical audits or customized assurance programmes.
• Experience managing complex tenders, proposals, contract negotiations and multi-country opportunities.
• Understanding of accreditation requirements, certification schemes and relevant industry regulations.
• Strong knowledge of sales pipeline management, forecasting, and Salesforce (SFDC) or similar CRM systems.
• Excellent communication, presentation and negotiation skills in English.
• Willingness to travel regularly across the GCC.
• Arabic language skills are an advantage.
• A degree in Engineering, Aerospace, Aviation, Automotive or related discipline is an advantage.
• Experience in consultancy or knowledge of AS9100-series standards, IATF 16949, supplier quality, aerospace maintenance or defense procurement is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement business development plans to drive GCC growth in aerospace, aviation, automotive and defense.
• Identify and secure new business opportunities in management-system certification, supplier assurance, technical audits and customized assurance services.
• Lead tenders, commercial proposals, framework agreements and negotiations for major regional accounts.
• Maintain and manage the sales pipeline through Salesforce, ensuring accurate reporting and forecasts.
• Coordinate with technical and operational teams to confirm service scope, accreditation requirements, and delivery timelines.
• Ensure pricing and commercial proposals meet internal profitability requirements and approval procedures.
• Support smooth handover of secured contracts to Operations and maintain strong customer relationships.

Skills

Consultative sales

B2B sales

Aerospace defense

Salesforce

English proficiency

Negotiation skills

Networking

Education

Engineering degree (advantage)

Tools

Salesforce

Job description

SGS is seeking a high‑performing Senior Business Development Leader to drive growth in aerospace, aviation, automotive and defense across the GCC. You will build strategic plans, secure major contracts and lead multi‑country tenders with senior decision‑makers.

You will manage the full sales cycle, coordinate with internal teams, ensure profitability, and maintain long‑term relationships. The role requires extensive travel, strong English communication, and a solid track record in TIC or related