Requirements & Capabilities Director

The company is seeking a Requirements & Capabilities Director for its subsidiary in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. This pivotal role will focus on creating competitive advantages for the company by enhancing solutions, performance, and relationships within the UAE to support global growth. The director will be responsible for engaging with various stakeholders, driving strategy and business growth objectives for the company, and collaborating with the company across mission areas.

Responsibilities Include:

• Develop an understanding of customer needs and market dynamics to support strategic initiatives.
• Lead a team of Customer Account Managers to ensure partnerships with existing customers and foster new relationships.
• Identify key markets and opportunities for international business development.
• Support the company Customer Campaigns and provide updates on market insights and development status.
• Engage proactively with stakeholders to drive pipeline growth and coordinated approaches to opportunity development.
• Maintain and grow strategic relationships with customers and partners.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (business, engineering) with 14 years of experience in progressive leadership roles related to Business Development in Defense Sales, or an Advanced Degree with a minimum of 12 years of experience.
• Current knowledge of the regional defense industrial base and cultural customs.
• Proven ability to identify growth opportunities and develop strategies for program management.
• Strong collaborative skills for effective internal and external engagement.
• Comprehensive understanding of international business practices, including compliance regulations.
• Fluent command of the Arabic language.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Broad understanding of the company's product offerings.
• Direct experience with UAE customers and regional industry executives.
• Experience in strategic planning and program management.

The company is committed to equal employment opportunities for all applicants, regardless of ethnicity, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, or disability status.