Market Intelligence Analyst (Drone & Counter-Drone Systems)

D-Fend Solutions d-fendsolutions.com Open · verified Aug 17, 2026

On-site Raanana Full-time Mid-level Market Research

Mid-level Market Research role at D-Fend Solutions. Raanana · full-time.

Role brief

Growth Roles summary, based on the employer's posting.

What you'll do

Track global drone and counter-drone developments, regulations, technologies, and operating changes
Turn competitor, trend, and regional market research into risks, opportunities, and recommendations
Guide Product, Sales, and Marketing decisions with intelligence on roadmaps and go-to-market plans
Produce executive reports and present findings across written, verbal, and presentation formats
Run win-loss reviews and examine competitor finances to clarify market position and weaknesses

What you bring

At least five years in market intelligence, product marketing, strategy consulting, or business development
Experience in aerospace, defense, homeland security, unmanned systems, or a relevant dual-use technology company
A bachelor’s degree in business administration, economics, engineering, or international relations
Ability to interpret technical areas such as RF sensors, radar, mitigation methods, and cyber fundamentals
Strong English communication, competitive analysis, cross-functional influence, and independent research skills

Who this fits

You’ll suit a strategic, self-directed analyst role focused on drone and counter-drone markets. The work is onsite in Raanana and calls for confident communication with C-level leaders, plus close collaboration with Product Management, Sales, and Marketing. You’ll need to operate effectively in a fast-paced, creative, collaborative setting

From the employer

At D-Fend Solutions, our people are our greatest strength — and technology is our passion. Our team of innovators and subject matter experts, including veterans of elite military intelligence technology units, is transforming the way organizations protect themselves from drone threats.
As the global leader in cyber-takeover counter-drone technology, we design and deliver advanced, software-defined solutions that empower our customers to detect, take control, and safely land unauthorized drones — with precision and reliability.
Every day, we push the boundaries of innovation to meet real-world security challenges across industries and environments. We’re proud of our cutting-edge technology, our global reach, and the impact we make in securing the skies.
We’re seeking passionate professionals who thrive in a fast-paced, creative, and collaborative environment — those who want to be part of the next generation of airspace security innovation.
Join D-Fend Solutions and help make the world a safer place.Become a D-Fender! Work with the world’s leading cyber-takeover counter-drone technology provider and shape the future of safe airspace.
We are looking for a strategic thinker to become the company’s single Point of Contact for market knowledge. In this role, you won't just track data; you will own the narrative of the global drone and counter-drone (cUAS) landscape. You will be the single point technical, operational, and commercial developments, translating complex market noise into clear picture, insights and recommendations that drive will contribute and influence our Product and Sales strategies.

Key Responsibilities:

Monitoring: Maintain real-time, comprehensive expertise in the drone and cUAS domains.
Monitor global news, emerging technologies, operational shifts, and regulatory changes across multiple verticals.
Go beyond data collection to provide deep-dive analysis. Synthesize information on competitors (direct and indirect), market trends, and regional business climates to identify threats and opportunities.
Act as a strategic partner to the Product Management, Sales, and Marketing teams. Your insights will directly influence the product roadmap, sales pitches, and go-to-market strategies.
Manage and optimize information-gathering tools. Focus on filtering signal from noise to generate high-quality, actionable intelligence reports for executive leadership.
Work closely with the CPO and cross-functional teams to ensure that market reality is reflected in every decision we make.
Address your knowledge when needed to different forums within the company, in verbal, written and presentation formats.

Requirements & Qualifications:

5+ years of experience in Market Intelligence, Product Marketing, Strategy Consulting, or Business
development. Background in strategic business-oriented roles.
Proven Industry Experience: Demonstrated experience in the Aerospace, Defense, HLS (Homeland Security), or
Unmanned Systems (UAS) sectors. Alternatively, previous relevant experience in a"Dual-Use" technology
company (tech that serves both commercial and military markets). You must understand the difference between
a consumer drone and a military-grade drone/loitering munition.
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Economics, Engineering, or International Relations. An
MBA or relevant Master’s degree is an advantage.
Competitive Analysis: Experience building SWOT analyses, battle cards, and competitive landscape maps.
Technological Fluency: A strong technical aptitude. You don't need to be an engineer, but you must be able to
understand technical specs (e.g., RF sensors, radar systems, kinetic vs. non-kinetic mitigation, cyber basics) and
translate them into value propositions.
Financial Forensic: Analyze competitor 10-Ks (where applicable), funding rounds, and burn rates to identify who is "buying growth" versus who is truly efficient. Analyze financial data to understand the weaknesses, focus, and targets
Win/Loss: Lead an objective, high-touch Win/Loss program. Analyze our "lost" to identify if we lost on product, price, approach or "the story" Compare with competition.
Executive Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English. You must be comfortable presenting strategic findings to C-level executives (CPO, CEO) and answering challenging questions on the fly.
Cross-Functional Leadership: A track record of successfully collaborating with Product Management and Sales teams to influence roadmap and revenue decisions.
Self-Starter: The ability to work independently with minimal supervision, setting your own research agenda based on company goals and specific tasks.