Aerospace Sales Manager

On behalf of our client—a premier global leader in high-performance engineered materials—we are seeking a dynamic, growth-focused Aerospace Sales Manager to lead commercial expansion across North America.

Our client partners with world-class OEMs and Tier-1 suppliers across the Aerospace, Space, Defense, and Energy sectors, delivering custom-engineered, sustainable material solutions for mission-critical applications.

If you are a consultative technical sales professional who thrives on solving complex engineering challenges and growing key enterprise accounts, this high-impact, autonomous role offers an incredible platform to advance your career.

Key Responsibilities

• Commercial Growth: Execute a targeted sales strategy to expand market share across U.S. Aerospace, Space, and Defense markets.
• Consultative Technical Selling: Engage directly with customer design, engineering, and procurement teams to understand performance requirements and present tailored material solutions.
• Strategic Relationship Management: Cultivate long-term partnerships with decision-makers at prime contractors, OEMs, and Tier-1/Tier-2 suppliers.
• Global R&D Collaboration: Bridge the gap between North American clients and international product development teams to deliver prototypes, specs, and proposals.
• Full Sales Cycle Ownership: Drive the complete lifecycle from lead discovery through technical qualification, proposal design, contract negotiation, and account growth.
• Market Insight: Track industry trends and emerging programs to help guide long-term commercial strategy.

Qualifications & Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship is required (due to ITAR / defense compliance scope).
• Experience: 3–5+ years of success in B2B technical sales, account management, or business development.
• Industry Focus: Background selling engineered materials, composites, specialized components, or technical solutions into Aerospace, Defense, or advanced manufacturing sectors.
• Technical Aptitude: Comfortable interpreting engineering specs/drawings and engaging in technical discussions with client engineers.
• Track Record: Demonstrated ability to manage key enterprise accounts and consistently achieve revenue targets.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Engineering, Materials Science, or equivalent practical experience.
• Communication & Mobility: Strong negotiation and cross-cultural communication skills; willingness to travel up to 30%.

What’s in It for You?

• High Autonomy: Work remotely with flexible hybrid options across the U.S.
• Global Ecosystem: Collaborate with top-tier international engineers and innovation hubs.
• Competitive Package: Excellent base salary, lucrative performance incentives, and comprehensive benefits.