Defense BD Leader, EMEA – UAV Focus

u-blox AG; Indiana (PA); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

A multicultural and international company

Hybrid working model & flexible working hours

Company Performance Bonus

Job summary

u-blox AG is seeking a Business Development Manager focused on Defense (EMEA) to establish and grow the company's presence in the European defense market, particularly in UAV technologies and rapidly deployable systems.

The role involves generating new business opportunities, managing critical relationships, and leading strategic development within the defense ecosystem.

We offer a hybrid working model, project-based activities across diverse teams, and a strong emphasis on professional growth.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to build pipeline from scratch.
• Understanding of system integration and mission-critical applications.
• Ability to translate technical capabilities into defense use cases.

Responsibilities

• Establish and grow presence in the European defense market.
• Proactively generate new business opportunities.
• Build trusted relationships with defense stakeholders.
• Define the company's positioning across defense applications.

Skills

GNSS / APNT technologies

Defense systems knowledge

B2G / B2B / OEM sales experience

Networking capabilities

Stakeholder management

Strategic account development

Education

8–15 years of experience in business development

Background in defense, aerospace, or GNSS

Job description

u-blox AG is seeking a Business Development Manager focused on Defense (EMEA) to establish and grow the company's presence in the European defense market, particularly in UAV technologies and rapidly deployable systems.

The role involves generating new business opportunities, managing critical relationships, and leading strategic development within the defense ecosystem.

We offer a hybrid working model, project-based activities across diverse teams, and a strong emphasis on professional growth.