Sales Engineering Manager

Crissair; California; On-site; USD 140,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus program

Company 401(k) match

Medical/Dental/Vision insurance

HSA/FSA

Job summary

Crissair, Inc. is seeking a Sales Engineering Manager to drive sales strategy, develop new opportunities, and strengthen customer relationships across aerospace products. You will collaborate with Engineering and Manufacturing, travel to customers and tradeshows, and lead cross-functional efforts to win major programs.

A strong background in aerospace sales and excellent communication are essential. Base compensation ranges from $140,000 to $160,000 per year, with a robust annual bonus program

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• 7-10 years in aerospace/defense sector.
• Minimum 7 years in an active sales role.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop sales and marketing plans with upper management.
• Build relationships with key customers and gather market intel.
• Analyze sales data and competitive landscape to inform strategy.
• Travel to customers and tradeshows domestically and internationally.
• Prepare and present complete proposal packages.

Skills

Sales Experience

Aerospace Industry Knowledge

English Proficiency

Communication & Presentation

Education

Bachelor's degree

7-10 years aerospace/defense experience

Tools

Microsoft Excel

CRM Software

PowerPoint

ERP/Inventory

Blueprint Reading

Job description

Summary

The Sales Engineering Manager plays a key role in supporting Crissair's sales and marketing strategy by developing new business opportunities, strengthening customer relationships, and driving long-term growth. This position combines technical knowledge with sales expertise to understand customer requirements, industry trends, and opportunities across Crissair's products and services.

Working cross-functionally with customers, leadership, Engineering, and Manufacturing, this role supports strategic sales planning, market and competitor analysis, proposals, customer visits, and tradeshows while identifying new opportunities for the business.

About Crissair, Inc.

Since 1954, Crissair has manufactured high-quality precision components for nearly every airframe manufacturer and major subcontractor in the industry for both military and commercial aircraft. Crissair's primary objective is designing, developing and manufacturing superior quality hydraulic, fuel and pneumatic system components of all complexity levels. Strict design specifications and rigorous quality criteria are the essential factors in Crissair's success. Our deep knowledge and understanding of our markets and customers' industries allow us to adapt and deliver quality relevant products and services. This experience, together with our commitment to a customer-centric culture, is the reason why many of the world's largest companies turn to Crissair as a partner on everything from day-to-day operations to some of the most challenging Aerospace projects around the world.

Compensation and Benefits Offered

Actual base salary offered to the selected applicant will be based on their work location, qualifications, job related skills, relevant education, and training experience.

Base salary range Minimum $140,000 - Maximum $160,000

Crissair offers the following benefits to regular full time employees:

• Dodgers Tickets Program - Access to company season tickets, available exclusively for employees throughout the season.
• Employee Appreciation Events - Quarterly experiences and lunches designed to recognize and celebrate employees, featuring unique offerings such as catered specialty meals and milestone celebration events.
• Highly Competitive Annual Bonus Program, with opportunities to significantly exceed target payouts based on company and individual performance
• Career Growth Opportunities within a stable and growing aerospace manufacturing organization
• Collaborative, Team-Oriented Culture where employee contributions are recognized and valued
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (PPO and HMO options available)
• Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Employee Stock Purchase Program with Company Match
• Company-Paid Basic Life Insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off, Sick Leave, Paid Holidays, Bereavement Leave, and Jury Duty Pay
• Parental and Caregiver Leave Programs
• Tuition Reimbursement and Professional Education Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for personal, family, and financial wellbeing
• Employee Appreciation & Recognition Programs, including birthdays, service awards, and special celebrations

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Works with upper management to develop comprehensive sales and marketing plans to support the business development and sales growth objectives of the organization.
• Develops relationships with key customer personnel to better understand details related to current and future programs, market intelligence, wins/losses and other important information.
• Performs analyses on sales and orders, utilizing several factors such as volume, product mix, selling price, program build rates, market growth, etc.
• Performs customer and competitor analyses, and supports action plans as a result.
• Performs win/loss analyses and supports action plans to improve win rate.
• Develops and regularly maintains active travel plans.
• Frequently travels to customers and tradeshows to build relationships, domestic and Int'l.
• Prepares thorough trip reports after each visit, and develops action plans as a result.
• Works with upper management to support marketing functions for the company including but not limited to coordination and participation at tradeshows and published materials.
• Works with Engineering and Manufacturing to identify new opportunities for the company.
• Assists in the presentation of complete proposal packages.
• Acts as a liaison between production control and customer service to ensure the company is providing the most effective service possible.
• Prepares sales engineering reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing sales information and engineering and application trends.
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; etc.
• Able to read and understand Crissair and customer drawings and specifications.
• Must be an effective communicator and presenter

Qualification Requirements

• Education/Experience
  • Bachelor's degree (B.A. or B.S.) and
  • 7-10 years of related experience in the aerospace and defense industry
  • Minimum of 7 years in an active sales role.
• Language Skills
  • Good command of the English language, both written and spoken.
  • Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents.
  • Ability to respond to common inquiries or concerns from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.
  • Ability to write speeches and articles for publication that conform to prescribed style and format.
  • Ability to effectively present information to executive leadership, employees, public groups, and/or boards of directors.
• Reasoning Skills
  • Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plain and solid geometry and trigonometry.
  • Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
  • Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
  • Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
• Computer/Office/Technical Skills
  • Microsoft windows/internet browser
  • ERP/Inventory
  • Payroll
  • Microsoft - Excel, Word, PowerPoint (Excel and PowerPoint skills must be very strong)
  • Typing
  • Advanced Blueprint Reading
  • Hydraulic/Pneumatics preferred
  • Aerospace and Defense
  • FAA and Aerospace regulations

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Physical Demands
  • Frequent Activities: Sitting, typing, handling objects, talking/hearing, lifting/pushing/pulling up to 10lbs.
  • Occasional activities: Standing, walking, reaching, lifting/pushing/pulling up to 25lbs
  • Rare activities: Climbing/balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, lifting/pushing/pulling up to 100+lbs.
• Vision Requirements
  • Frequent: Computer Monitor, Close vision
  • Occasional: Ability to adjust focus, computer work, color vision, distance vision,
  • Rare: Depth perception, peripheral vision
• Work Environment
  • Frequent exposure: Quiet conditions
  • Occasional exposure: Mechanical parts, fumes, airborne particles, toxic chemicals, outdoor weather, electrical shock, very quiet to very loud noise
  • Rare exposure: High places, Vibration

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Crissair, inc. Is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants are considered on the basis of skills, experience, and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion creed, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, ancestry, marital status, physical and mental disability, veteran status, medical condition, genetic information or characteristics, gender and gender identity, or any other legally protected status. Please note, the company provides goods and services to the US government under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and must comply with the requirement that all employees be US citizens or Permanent US Residents with valid green cards. We comply with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for employers. We will not inquire about your criminal history until after a conditional offer of employment has been made. Any criminal history will be considered in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.

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