# MEA Business Development Director

Hiring organization: [AeroVironment](https://career.thegoodapps.co/organizations/aerovironment)

Canonical page: https://career.thegoodapps.co/jobs/254be554-5d96-4e65-ac72-dac645372f49

Listed on AeroVironment's own careers site. Applications go to them directly.

- Employment type: full time
- Seniority: Senior
- Location: Remote - Washington
- Remote: yes
- Salary: 126500 – 192750 USD per year

## Summary

This role leads business development efforts for unmanned aerial systems in the Middle East, identifying government customers, shaping market opportunities, and building partnerships in a highly regulated defense export environment. It suits experienced international business development professionals with deep regional expertise, government contracting knowledge, and the ability to navigate complex geopolitical and compliance requirements.

_Our summary, not AeroVironment's wording._

## Skills named

Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Salesforce

## Required

- 12+ years business development experience
- Deep knowledge of Middle East geopolitics and autonomous systems
- Understanding of regional cultural and political contexts
- Proposal writing and contract negotiation experience
- Track record selling autonomous systems to defense entities in MEA region
- Experience with FMS, DCS, export licensing, and FCPA compliance
- Ability to relocate to or currently live in the Middle East
- Valid driver's license with clean record
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Aerospace, International Relations or related field
- U.S. citizenship
- Secret clearance or ability to obtain one

## Nice to have

- Arabic language proficiency
- Advanced degree
- Top Secret clearance or ability to obtain it

Apply on AeroVironment's site: https://avav.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/AVAV/job/Remote---Washington/MEA-Business-Development-Director_8146