Business Development Specialist - Defence & Government Programs

About the Role

Join Astr Defence Pvt. Ltd., an emerging leader in India's growing defence sector focused on developing indigenous technologies. We are reinforcing our collaborations with defence institutions and government agencies and seek experienced professionals for a key business development role.

Key Responsibilities

• Engage institutional stakeholders within defence and government bodies.
• Coordinate product demonstrations, field trials, and evaluation processes.
• Monitor procurement projects including Requests for Information (RFIs) and Requests for Proposals (RFPs).
• Assist in preparing defence tenders and proposal submissions.
• Foster lasting relationships with defence end-users and procurement officials.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Experience working with entities such as the Indian Army, Indian Air Force, Indian Navy, Munitions India Limited, Armament Research and Development Establishment, Border Security Force, or Ministry of Home Affairs procurement ecosystem.
• Background in business development, government liaison, or defence program coordination.
• Ex-defence personnel or professionals familiar with DRDO laboratories and defence public sector undertakings.

Additional Information

• Location: Hubli, Karnataka, India, with travel required to defence establishments.
• Collaborate closely with engineers, scientists, and defence clients to facilitate operational deployment of indigenous defence technologies.