Field Operations Manager (UAV)

London, Remote. Posted a month ago

The role

This person will lead product demonstrations, field trials, and proof of concepts for ISR, C-UAS, and AI portfolios. They will author technical responses to capability briefs and support Business Development as a Subject Matter Expert.

What you will do

Lead in-depth presentations and product demonstrations, field trials, and proof of concepts
Author technical responses to capability briefs, solicited and unsolicited proposals
Complete detailed compliance matrices
Tailor bespoke product descriptions and presentations
Support the Sales Director with Business Development across UK stakeholders
Liaise between Sales and Products & Engineering
Monitor and understand the competitor landscape in the UK

Required qualifications

3+ years of experience in technical sales and product demonstrations in the Defence market
Military Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) and/or Counter-UAS (C-UAS) experience (or relatable civilian experience)
General Visual Line of Sight Certificate (GVC), Remote Pilot Competency Level 1
Experience working with munitions and ordnance
Proven and robust logistical planning skills
Highly-effective communicator (oral and written)
Willingness to travel overseas if required

Nice to have

Remote Pilot Qualifications (RPC-L1 to RPC-L4)
Experience in a Defence start-up, neo-prime or prime
Former UK Military Service (NCO)

About the company

Alta Ares is an air defense Neoprime that builds AI-guided interceptors to counter drones and cruise missiles. Founded in 2024, the company has 90 people and serves NATO-aligned militaries and defense institutions.