Lifecycle-Focused Technical Sales Manager

Defense Maritime Solutions; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Defense Maritime Solutions is seeking a Technical Sales Manager (Lifecycle Focus) in the Chesapeake area to drive opportunity identification, proposals, and capture efforts across DMS. You will coordinate with Program Management, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Field Service to align sales strategy with customer needs.

The role requires strong understanding of ship systems, government procurement, and field collaboration with multiple stakeholders to ensure successful order execution and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Naval Architecture or Marine Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 5 years in the marine industry with sales, project execution or technical solutions.
• Knowledge of government shipbuilding acquisition and propulsion systems.

Responsibilities

• Identify opportunities and develop proposals across DMS business lines.
• Coordinate with Program/Platform Managers to expand operations and market share.
• Provide insights to shape business development and product strategy.
• Negotiate contracts and build partnerships while minimizing risk.
• Maintain relationships with customers and affiliates to align requirements.

Skills

Active Listening

Complex Problem Solving

Critical Thinking

Entrepreneurship

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Naval Architecture

Marine Engineering

equivalent experience

Job description

Defense Maritime Solutions is seeking a Technical Sales Manager (Lifecycle Focus) in the Chesapeake area to drive opportunity identification, proposals, and capture efforts across DMS. You will coordinate with Program Management, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Field Service to align sales strategy with customer needs.

The role requires strong understanding of ship systems, government procurement, and field collaboration with multiple stakeholders to ensure successful order execution and