Senior Solutions Engineer - Aerospace and Defense

Xometry; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 101,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Generous paid time off

Job summary

A dynamic technology company in Austin seeks a Senior Solutions Engineer focused on aerospace and defense. The role involves partnering with sales to drive account growth, identifying manufacturing challenges, and managing complex projects. Candidates should possess over 10 years of relevant experience along with a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering. This position offers a competitive salary range of $101,000–$150,000 along with comprehensive benefits. An enthusiasm for customer engagement and digital fluency in aerospace is essential.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of relevant experience in aerospace and defense engineering and manufacturing.
• Deep familiarity with methods and products of major aerospace/defense industries.
• Ability to travel to customer/partner sites as needed (typical 25-35% travel).

Responsibilities

• Partner with Account Executives to drive account growth.
• Proactively identify and address potential manufacturing challenges.
• Assist Pre-Sales Engineering with knowledge gathering and competitive quotes.

Skills

Aerospace and defense engineering experience

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Customer engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Salesforce CRM

Google Workspace

Microsoft Office

Job description

Senior Solutions Engineer - Aerospace and Defense

Austin, TX

Xometry (NASDAQ: XMTR) powers the industries of today and tomorrow by connecting people with big ideas to manufacturers who can bring them to life. This is a customer-facing Senior Solutions Engineer role that supports Sales by providing perspective, feedback, and knowledge from aerospace and defense engineering and manufacturing experience. It blends customer engagement, technical expertise, and project management. Solutions Engineering reports into the Pre-Sales Engineering organization.

This is a dynamic opportunity at the forefront of digital manufacturing. If you are an experienced, team-focused engineer with digital fluency and enthusiasm for the aerospace industry, this could be the right role for you.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Account Executives to drive account growth and retention
• Discover, illuminate, digest, organize and execute major projects
• Join Account Executives in onsite visits with customers when appropriate
• Proactively identify and address potential manufacturing challenges (including DFM)
• Stay informed about upcoming customer projects and initiatives to ensure alignment with Xometry's capabilities
• Gather customer insights and feedback to inform sales strategies
• Assist Pre-Sales Engineering with knowledge gathering, digestion, and compiling correct and competitive quotes
• Combine customer knowledge, Xometry partner knowledge, and Xometry system knowledge to rapidly address customer needs and shepherd projects to delivery
• Provide project management and oversight on complex opportunities

Qualifications

• 10+ years of relevant experience in aerospace and defense engineering and manufacturing
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Experience using Xometry’s services from a customer perspective; partner perspective is a bonus
• Deep familiarity with the methods, materials, culture and products of major aerospace/defense entities
• Strong understanding of manufacturing principles, including drawings and GD&T
• Strong experience in CNC machining; composites, plastics, harnesses and sheet metal fabrication are a plus
• Familiarity with ISO 9001, AS9100D, ITAR, NIST and other compliance requirements
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills, including in remote/digital environments
• Ability to travel to customer/partner sites as needed (typical 25-35% travel)
• Experience with CRM systems such as Salesforce
• Proficiency in Google Workspace and Microsoft Office

Salary and Benefits

The estimated base salary range is $101,000–$150,000 annually + commission, depending on role-related skills, experience, and location. We offer a competitive benefits package, including 401(k) match, medical, dental and vision insurance, life and disability insurance, generous paid time off, and wellbeing resources.

Equal Opportunity

Xometry is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.