Field Sales Engineer - Defense

DY4 Curtiss-Wright DS, Inc.; Ashburn (VA); Remote; USD 86,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

401K with Employer Match and Profit-Sh

Health and Wellness Benefits

Learning and Development Opportunities

Referral Program

Competitive Pay

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Inclusive & Supportive Culture

Job summary

Curtiss-Wright DS, Inc. is seeking a Field Sales Engineer to support Defense Solutions, working remotely with travel around 40% across the southeastern US.

You will provide pre-sales and post-sales technical consulting, articulate customer needs to product teams, and help shape roadmap conversations for Curtiss-Wright technology. Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's in engineering and have experience with rugged embedded systems, DoD clearance or ability, and prior collaboration with OEM defense

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Computer Science or Aerospace preferred).
• Experience organizing and leading teams in defense/aerospace OEM projects across the southeastern US.
• US passport and ability to travel US/Canada; DoD clearance or ability to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Provide pre-sales technical consulting to define customer needs and outline solutions.
• Deliver and support loaner equipment and coordinate with customer teams during integration.
• Advise less experienced Sales Engineers and contribute to opportunities with major OEMs.

Skills

Rugged embedded systems

CRM systems familiarity

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

CRM systems

Job description

Field Sales Engineer - Defense - Remote

We have an extremely rewarding opportunity for a Field Sales Engineer to join our Defense Solutions Team! As part of the sales team, you will provide technical sales support to assure successful customer integration and implementation of established company products and helps drive roadmap conversations on future Curtiss‑Wright technology. You will support unit sales plan through pre-sales and/or post-sales technical consulting activities. Requires extensive knowledge of company's most complex products. This position will likely be based out of your home office and requires travel throughout the southeastern US. Location: Remote - southeastern US -requires flexibility to travel to customers ~40% of time. Ideal location is Northern Virginia, Greater DC Metro area.

We Take Care of Our People

• Paid Time Off
• 401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing
• Health and Wellness Benefits
• Learning and Development Opportunities
• Referral Program
• Competitive Pay
• Recognition
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Inclusive & Supportive Culture

Salary Range: $86,000 - 130,000 per year plus bonus

Please note that the salary range information provided is a general guideline only, reflecting a position based in Virginia. Criteria such as the candidate’s qualifications and relevant experience, the scope of the specific position, as well as market and business considerations will be evaluated when extending an offer.

Your Challenge:

Prepares and presents customer’s technical needs to company teams. Typical pre-sales activities include gaining understanding of customer's business and technical needs, assisting in the preparation and presentation of technical proposals of how company's products can meet those needs. Delivering and supporting loaner equipment within our customer’s spaces and working with customer teams to achieve success with loaner equipment. Typical post-sale activities include keeping customer current on how company's product enhancements can meet customer's changing needs and working directly with customers on initial integration activities between our hardware and customer systems. Will likely also provide guidance to less experienced Sales Engineers.

What you Bring:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Computer Science, or Aerospace preferred)
• Past relative experience organizing and orchestrating teams of professionals to solve problems in support of Defense and Aerospace OEMs who supply Radars, Aircraft Electronic Systems, Electronic Warfare or Mechanized Land Armored Vehicles within the southeastern portion of the US (2+ years)
• Extensive knowledge of rugged embedded systems
• Must have US Passport with ability to freely travel throughout US/Canada
• Familiarity with the usage of CRM systems, the proven ability to foster discipline and generate/create bidding opportunities with major OEM accounts.
• Past dealings (as a supplier or employee) with Northrop Grumman, L3Harris, Leonardo-DRS, Lockheed, the US Navy, and the US Army are highly desired.
• US DoD Security Clearance or ability to hold a clearance is required
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including diplomacy and collaboration, and the ability to maintain strong working relationships with both internal and external customers
• Strong organization skills with the ability to manage strategic, operational and tactical responsibilities in a “roll up the sleeves” hands‑on culture focused on delivering results
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills in implementing metrics and measurements to evaluate results and drive continuous improvement
• Excellent leadership skills to organize and orchestrate a geographically dispersed team of professionals
• Customer-focused (internal and external) and results driven

Who We Are:

Our Values Environmental, Social and Governance

Curtiss‑Wright’s Defense Solution (CWDS) division is a trusted, proven leader, delivering superior products and services that meet the defense and aerospace industries’ toughest challenges with best-in‑class value. Our employees are the foundation of that success. Our solutions address air, ground, and naval defense and industrial applications, and are focused on growth segments with a high demand for advanced technology, enhanced safety, security, and performance.

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No unsolicited agency submittals please. Agency partners must be invited to participate in a search by our Talent Acquisition Team and have signed terms in place prior to any submittal. Resumes submitted directly to any Curtiss‑Wright employee or affiliate will not qualify for fee payment, and therefore become the property of Curtiss‑Wright.

Compliance Statement This position may require exposure to export‑controlled information and subject to additional security screening. In the event information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export‑controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn.

Curtiss‑Wright is an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, age, ancestry, legally protected medical condition, family care status, marital status, religion, veteran status, national origin, or any other legally protected status.

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Join the WRIGHT Team! Over 95 years of growth, Curtiss‑Wright is an integrated, market‑facing global diversified industrial company and remains a technology leader through this legacy of innovation. Through three well-balanced segments – Aerospace & Industrial, Defense Electronics and Naval & Power, we remain focused on advanced technologies for high performance platforms and critical applications. Diversity, commitment to excellence and dedication to the spirit of pioneering innovation continue to drive the employees of Curtiss‑Wright.

Our Values What makes a world‑class organization? It all begins with core values that provide a strong foundation for success. Simple in theory, the values of Curtiss‑Wright are reflected in every aspect of our operations. To our employees, these are more than words on a wall – we all take these values to heart in our relationships with our customers and each other. Leadership We lead based on vision and strategic direction, empowering employees to reach goals through thoughtful and decisive action. Customer Focus We are committed to achieving total quality by meeting our customers’ expectations and delivering products and services in a timely fashion. Teamwork & Trust Working in a spirit of trust and collaboration, we actively encourage employees to contribute their ideas and innovations to keep our company moving forward. Respect for People We believe that people are our most valuable asset and will always do the right thing in our dealings and interactions with all employees. Integrity We will act with the highest integrity in all of our business relationships and strategic partnerships.

What We Offer Our Employees:

• Opportunity: As part of the Curtiss‑Wright team, you have the opportunity each day to transform the way customers do business, as well as transform your career. Our entrepreneurial environment provides you with excellent experiences that enable you to develop your skills through stretch assignments and the opportunity to work with the best talent in the industry. You will have the opportunity to contribute from day one!
• Challenging Work: The work we do here is not only challenging, but it is meaningful to our customers, our employees and the communities in which they live and work. You are given the chance to work on some of the most advanced technology projects in the world. Now that something to be proud of!
• Collaborative Environment: The teamwork among our exceptionally talented people enables us to deliver some of the most advanced solutions to our customers.