Inside Sales & Proposals

Company DescriptionWe are hiring! Join the Defendeye Mission.Role: Inside Sales & Government Proposals SpecialistReporting to: Global Sales ManagerPreferred Location: El Paso, Texas, (USA)Alternative: 100% Remote (USA)Requirement: Must be a U.S. CitizenClearance: Nice to have but not necessaryAt DefendEye, we proudly manufacture state-of-the-art, USA-made drones designed specifically for First Responders and ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance) missions. We build technology that protects those who protect us.We are expanding our team and looking for a driven, mission-oriented Inside Sales & Government Proposals Specialist to help get our platforms into the hands of the agencies that need them most.If you know how to close a deal, but also know your way around government portals, we want to talk to you.What you will be doing:● Scouting & Sourcing: Actively monitor and identify relevant RFIs, RFPs, and tenders across government portals (SAM.gov, DoD pipelines, state/local government boards).● Proposal Management: Spearhead the proposal writing and submission process for government contracts, ensuring compliance and competitive positioning.● Full-Cycle Inside Sales: Qualify leads, conduct remote demonstrations of our drone capabilities, build relationships with procurement officers, and close deals.● Market Intelligence: Act as the eyes and ears of Defendeye in the procurement space, communicating agency requirements back to our engineering and leadership teams.Who we are looking for:● The Mission Background: Experience in the Military, Law Enforcement, or First Responder communities is highly preferred. Veterans are strongly encouraged to apply!● The Procurement Pro: Proven experience navigating government contracts, specifically writing proposals for the DoD and successfully utilizing SAM.gov.● The Closer: A strong background in inside sales with a track record of finding, negotiating, and winning contracts.● The Tech Translator: A solid understanding of drone technology (UAS) and ISR capabilities, with the ability to clearly explain tactical advantages to decision-makers.● The Non-Negotiable: You must be a U.S. Citizen.Why DefendEye?Work in El Paso, Texas or 100% remotely from anywhere in the U.S. while directly contributing to national security and first responder safety. You’ll be selling a physical product that saves lives, manufactured right here at home.Ready to talk? Send your resume and a brief message on why you're the right fit to monica@defendeye.com#DefendEye #Hiring #DefenseTech #VeteransInTech #DroneJobs #SalesJobs #GovCon #FirstResponders About DefendEyeDefendEye specializes in the development of fully autonomous, tube-launched, disposable drones powered by AI for rapid, short-range Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR). These drones can be launched in under 10 seconds and function as a self-operating "eye in the sky," eliminating the need for pilots or pre-launch preparation. With advanced AI technology, they detect human presence within 20 milliseconds at a remarkable accuracy level, surpassing human capability. Designed for efficiency and precision, DefendEye's solutions empower rapid decision-making and enhanced situational awareness.