A&D Technical Sales Manager – Design‑In Growth

Aarca Limited; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A European manufacturer of engineered components is seeking an Area Sales Manager to develop sales with Aerospace and Defence customers in the UK. This role involves building strong relationships with engineering and procurement teams, identifying new design-in opportunities, and managing existing accounts. The ideal candidate should have technical sales experience in engineered products and enjoy a high-autonomy role. The position offers a competitive salary between £70,000 and £80,000 along with performance bonuses and a company car.

Benefits

Excellent bonus with realistic on-target earnings

Company car

Full travel expenses

Qualifications

• Experience selling complex engineered products into Aerospace or Defence sectors.
• Experience with long sales cycles and high-value design-in projects.
• Technical and commercial credibility with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop and grow sales with Aerospace & Defence customers across the UK.
• Build strong relationships with engineering, programme and procurement teams.
• Identify and convert new design-in opportunities within target accounts.
• Manage and develop existing customers to secure long-term revenue.

Skills

Technical sales into Aerospace

Communication skills with engineering stakeholders

Self-motivated

Organised

Education

Engineering qualification (Electronics/Electrical/Mechanical/Mechatronics)

Job description

A European manufacturer of engineered components is seeking an Area Sales Manager to develop sales with Aerospace and Defence customers in the UK. This role involves building strong relationships with engineering and procurement teams, identifying new design-in opportunities, and managing existing accounts. The ideal candidate should have technical sales experience in engineered products and enjoy a high-autonomy role. The position offers a competitive salary between £70,000 and £80,000 along with performance bonuses and a company car.