Defence and Security Manager

Aerospace, Security and Defence Industries Association of Europe

About the Organisation

Aerospace, Security and Defence Industries Association of Europe (ASD) is the voice of European Aerospace, Security and Defence Industries. With 28 major European companies and 23 National Associations as our members, the overall representation adds up to more than 4,000 companies across 21 European countries. We are actively supporting the competitive development of the sector in Europe and worldwide. ASD works on issues covering civil aviation, defence, security, and space.

It is committed to sustaining and growing a competitive sector. It is to achieve this strategic objective that ASD analyses, formulates, and establishes policy positions for the industry on key strategic sectoral issues, cooperating with industry and EU institutions on a number of market developments and technology research projects.

About the role

The successful candidate will report to the Director for Defence and Security and contribute to the work of the Defence & Security team in following and analysing relevant policy and regulatory developments, contributing to the development of common industry positions, and supporting ASD’s outreach and advocacy. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the work of a thriving association representing an industry that is vital for Europe’s security.

Responsibilities

Under the guidance of the Director for Defence and Security, the Manager:

• Cooperate with the other members of the ASD defence & security team to support relevant working groups in the field of defence and security
• Monitor and assess relevant EU and NATO initiatives impacting Europe’s defence and security industry
• Contribute to the development of common industry positions
• Establish and maintain contacts with relevant EU and NATO stakeholders
• Contribute to ASD’s outreach and advocacy
• Ensure synergies and cooperation with other ASD working groups
• Support and advise the Defence and Security Director.

Skills, Competencies, Experience & Attributes

Experience:

• Minimum of two years of Experience with the EU and NATO institutional environment and/or the defence industry.

Skills & Competences:

• Robust knowledge of EU defence- and security-specific policies; knowledge of other EU policies impacting the defence & security industrial ecosystem is a strong asset.
• Thorough understanding of EU legislative and decision-making processes
• Precise, analytical and contextual thinking
• Political sensitivity
• Capacity to learn fast, be flexible and think ahead
• Proficiency in oral and written English
• Excellent writing and editing skills
• Good teamwork and interpersonal skills
• Digital literacy (very good Internet research and Microsoft Office skills).

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree, preferably in European Affairs/International Relations/Security Studies and equivalent, with specialisation in defence and security (gained through academic and professional experience)

Compensation & Benefits

• Dynamic and intellectually stimulating environment with an attractive, indefinite-duration employment contract, including benefits, working for a strategically important industry at a crucial time for Europe.

Working locations

• Brussels, Belgium

How to apply

• All applicants should send their CV and cover letter in English to [email protected], with the reference "Defence & Security Manager. The application deadline is 15th March 2026.

Policies

ASD is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified individuals.

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