Business Development Sales Representative-Aerospace

Johnson Service Group, Inc.; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

PTO

401(k)

Job summary

Johnson Service Group, Inc. is partnering with an established aerospace manufacturer in Van Nuys, CA, for a Business Development Sales Representative with a deep aerospace background.

The role focuses on growing accounts, developing new business, and expanding market presence through relationships with Tier 1/2 suppliers and OEMs. Ideal candidates bring 10+ years in aerospace sales, ITAR compliance, and a track record of driving revenue growth in precision grinding and machining for aerospace

Qualifications

• 10+ years of business development and sales experience in aerospace.
• ITAR compliance with proper documentation is required.
• Established relationships with Tier 1 or Tier 2 aerospace customers (e.g., Boeing, Airbus, Eaton, Parker, Safran, Collins).
• Diploma or Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain relationships with existing aerospace customers and identify new opportunities.
• Drive business development initiatives to expand customer accounts and revenue.
• Build relationships with OEMs and Tier 1/2 customers in aerospace.
• Promote manufacturing capabilities: grinding, precision machining, and aerospace fittings.
• Identify customer requirements and collaborate with internal teams on solutions.
• Support sales growth while complying with ITAR requirements.

Skills

Aerospace sales

Relationship management

Negotiation

Business development

Education

Mechanical Engineering degree

Job description

Business Development Sales Representative – Aerospace

Location: Van Nuys, CA

Position Type: Direct Hire

Salary: $100,000 DOE

Johnson Service Group (JSG) is partnering with an established aerospace manufacturing company in Van Nuys, CA, to identify an experienced Business Development Sales Representative with a strong background in the aerospace industry. The ideal candidate will have at least 10 years of business development and sales experience within aerospace, with a proven ability to develop customer relationships, identify new business opportunities, and expand market presence. Experience with precision machining, grinding, and aerospace fittings is highly desirable.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain relationships with existing aerospace customers while identifying new business opportunities and markets.
• Drive business development initiatives to expand customer accounts and generate revenue growth.
• Build relationships with Tier 1 and Tier 2 aerospace customers and OEMs.
• Promote manufacturing capabilities, including grinding, precision machining, and aerospace fitting products.
• Identify customer requirements and collaborate with internal teams to develop appropriate solutions.
• Support sales growth while maintaining compliance with applicable ITAR requirements.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of business development and sales experience within the aerospace industry.
• Aerospace industry experience is required.
• ITAR compliance required with documentation.
• Established relationships with Tier 1 or Tier 2 aerospace customers, such as Boeing, Airbus, Eaton, Parker, Safran, or Collins.
• Familiarity with precision grinding, machining, and aerospace fittings, including double-ferrule, swaged, and beam-seal fittings.
• Strong customer relationship management, negotiation, communication, and business development skills.
• A diploma or bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering is preferred but not required.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary of $100,000 depending on experience.
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• 401(k) retirement plan.

Johnson Service Group (JSG) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. JSG provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.