Chief Executive, Defence Solutions

3 weeks ago


Aberdeen, Aberdeen City, United Kingdom Kongsberg Gruppen Full time
Defence Market Expansion Opportunity

The Defence market is witnessing rapid growth in the adoption of unmanned systems. This position will report directly to the Vice President Sales, Uncrewed Platforms and will collaborate closely with our Defence Capture Team.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Sales and promotion of KD's products, solutions, and services, with a focus on Uncrewed Platform offerings, including but not limited to:
  • HUGIN family of Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (AUVs)
  • KD USV Systems
  • Specific market and/or regional responsibility:
  • Defence segment in the Europe/Middle East/Africa region (EMEA)
  • Develop comprehensive market analysis, including identification of significant programmes and development of capture plans
  • Participate in and lead Defence-related bid proposals in response to formal tenders
  • Presentation of Uncrewed Platforms products and services at industry events and in traditional print media and social media output
  • Collaboration and coordination with KD Defence Capture Team, KM, KDA, and KDI as necessary for defence-related sales activities in the region
About You

We are seeking an individual with:

  • Higher technical education, minimum Bachelor level in a relevant technical discipline or relevant naval background considered equivalent
  • Preferably a minimum of 5 years of experience in a NATO or allied navy
  • Experience in undersea warfare or the use of unmanned platforms in Defence applications advantageous
  • Experience in Defence procurement processes or sales of products into the Defence market beneficial
  • Experience using applications such as Microsoft CRM as a primary sales tool
  • Fluent in oral and written English
  • Able and willing to travel internationally on a regular basis
About the Role

This role offers a competitive salary and benefits package, along with opportunities for professional development in an international environment.

Work Location

The preferred work location is Aberdeen or any of our Kongsberg office locations in the UK.



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