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Steve Mingo MBA BEng(Hons) IEng

Sharpshooter · DISC type DC
General Manager at Diehl Defence
📍 Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Steve Mingo is a strategic systems engineering leader with over 25 years of experience in the military and aviation sectors. As General Manager at Diehl Defence, he leverages his expertise in technology strategy and product development. He is a professionally registered Incorporated Engineer and holds an MBA from The Open University Business School.

Based in Saudi Arabia, Steve identifies as a "Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Optimist" and a "Fitness Enthusiast. " His public activity shows engagement with regional defense exhibitions and cultural observances, reflecting his deep professional and personal investment in the regions development and future.

Unique fact: He was responsible for producing and leading aeronautical engineering strategic plans with a 25-year outlook for the Royal Saudi Air Force.

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Experience
28 Years
Current Role
General Manager
Job Level
Senior
Location
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Personality Overview

How Steve shows up

Rigorous & Demanding
Thorough Evaluator
ROI Driven

They are very proud of what they do. More than the product, they care about the effectiveness of the product. They like to be in a position where they can control the conversation and terms.

Priorities

Topics Steve cares about

Defense Modernization
His career focuses on upgrading military platforms and developing long-term strategic plans for air forces, aligning with national development goals like Saudi Vision 2030.
Saudi Business Growth
Identifies as a "Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Optimist" and has extensive experience leading business development, strategic partnerships, and engineering strategy within the country.
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Career

Work history

1-2025
General Manager
Diehl Defence
6-2023 - 1-2025
Lead Advisor (Military Aerospace Engineering Strategy)
SAMI
1-2019 - 6-2023
Lead Advisor (Engineering)
GDC Middle East الشركة السعودية لتهيئة و صيانة الطائرات
1-2018 - 1-2019
Advisor (Engineering)
GDC Middle East الشركة السعودية لتهيئة و صيانة الطائرات
1-2016 - 1-2018
Software Engineer (Advisor)
GDC Middle East الشركة السعودية لتهيئة و صيانة الطائرات
In the press

Media appearances

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Education
2010 - 2014
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
The Open University Business School
2012 - 2013
Post Graduate Certificate
The Open University Business School
Social presence
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Behavioral profile

DISC profile (public)

D

Dominance (D)

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