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Business Development Executive (Drone Technology, Security and Government Solutions)

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Job Location:

Midrand - South Africa

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 14 October 2026 (3 hours ago)
Application Deadline: 11 January 2027
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

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.


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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