Defense Sales Leader – MEA & SA Region

Collins Aerospace; Saudi Arabia; Hybrid; SAR 1,000,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Collins Aerospace in Riyadh seeks a senior business development leader to drive growth across the defense portfolio in KSA, Turkey and Pakistan, leveraging Direct Commercial Sales (DCS), Foreign Military Sales (FMS) and USG procurement processes. You will identify opportunities, shape strategies and engage key defense accounts.

Based in Riyadh, you will build senior-level relationships with government and military partners, manage a robust pipeline, and lead cross-functional teams to win

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing or Professional Sales, Engineering, or a related field.
• 10+ years in aerospace/defense business development with DCS/FMS/USG procurement.
• Fluent English with strong engagement with C-suite and government stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Drive business development across Collins Aerospace's full portfolio, including defense solutions.
• Lead regional market penetration and defense strategy.
• Maintain a robust pipeline of DCS & FMS opportunities in KSA, Turkey, and Pakistan.

Skills

Communication

Presentation skills

Strategic thinking

Financial acumen

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree

MBA (preferred)

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Collins Aerospace in Riyadh seeks a senior business development leader to drive growth across the defense portfolio in KSA, Turkey and Pakistan, leveraging Direct Commercial Sales (DCS), Foreign Military Sales (FMS) and USG procurement processes. You will identify opportunities, shape strategies and engage key defense accounts.

Based in Riyadh, you will build senior-level relationships with government and military partners, manage a robust pipeline, and lead cross-functional teams to win