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WazifaMEVerified
Mil/Gov MEA Sales Manager
Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
ONSITEfull-time7,000 – 13,000
About the role
The Satcom Direct Government (SDG) Middle East & Africa (MEA) Mil/Gov Sales Manager is responsible for managing existing key accounts and developing and winning new business in the Middle East and Africa, primarily to support the sale of satellite communications (SATCOM) equipment and airtime for Military & Government aircraft.
You will work closely with the EMEA Director, Global Government, to achieve your region's targets and objectives set each year. There is a mature, existing revenue stream that includes systems integrators, aircraft manufacturers, and in-country partners and government users. However, further growth is essential, particularly to support the new Aero products and services that SDG brings to market in 2026.
With significant recent growth, now is a great time to come and join the #1 global provider of end-to-end Military and Government Aero Connectivity solutions!
COME ON BOARD THE SATCOM DIRECT GOVERNMENT SALES TEAM!
How will you make a difference?
Manage and lead the existing MEA Mil/Gov accounts across the Middle East and Africa, including key GCC countries (UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman), which include Government Customers, MROs, Systems Integrators and Aircraft Manufacturers
Develop and grow the pipeline in partnership with the Business Development Lead
Schedule and attend on-site customer demos in partnership with the pre-sales engineering team
Use entrepreneurial 'flair' to create compelling and innovative commercial proposals
Apply good business and sales acumen to negotiate and close deals
Oversee and grow the channel/reseller network, encompassing sales of both aero equipment and satellite airtime
Lead new product/services go-to-market plans and strategy development, particularly for unmanned platforms, Airborne ISR, VVIP aircraft and multi-role transport
Partner with various internal groups (e.g., Engineering, pricing, marketing) when developing new proposals and commercial offers
Represent SDG at various regional events, trade shows and conferences to promote our products, increase market awareness and develop new relationships
Work autonomously with minimal supervision (post initial onboarding training and familiarisation period) while maintaining good communication with the wider team.
Maintain CRM and provide regular and accurate opportunity and pipeline status’
What we're looking for
- 3-5 years of B2B or B2G sales experience in a related field (e.g. Military or Aero Systems)
- 2-4 years of experience within the Military and Government sector
- Must be willing and able to travel to the office in Dubai, as required
- Ability to travel up to 50%
- Must already be eligible to work and live in the UAE and willing to relocate if needed
Compensation
Base salary
7,000 – 13,000
monthly
Performance bonus
Discussed
at interview
Equity
Role-dependent
if applicable
Plus the benefits listed below.
Benefits
Gogo offers competitive benefits that can fit each employee’s needs. Visit the Careers page on our website for more information at www.gogoair.com/careers.
The hiring process
STEP 01
Recruiter call
30 min · Within 5 days
STEP 02
Hiring manager
60 min · Following week
STEP 03
Working session
90 min · Take-home + review
STEP 04
Final + offer
2 hours · Loop with team
Average time to offer: ~21 days. Your application is timestamped at every step — see applications.
About the employer
WazifaME
Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
