Strategic Aerospace Engine Accounts Leader

RBC Bearings; Oxford (CT); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Career growth

Aerospace exposure

Job summary

RBC Bearings seeks an accomplished Aerospace Account Manager to grow content across commercial and military engine platforms. You will lead sales from opportunity identification through production support and aftermarket growth, partnering with engineering and program teams.

The role requires strong technical communication, extensive B2B sales experience with engine OEMs, and willingness to travel 40–50%. A mechanical engineering background is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering.
• Minimum of 10 years of B2B sales experience selling to Engine OEMs.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to communicate technical concepts.
• Willingness to travel 40–50%.
• Masters or Advanced Degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop account strategies to increase RBC content across engine platforms.
• Drive long-term business growth through design wins and lifecycle management.
• Lead commercial liaison for engine-related customers.
• Coordinate with engineering, procurement, and program leadership to meet customer needs.

Skills

B2B sales

Mechanical aptitude

Travel readiness

Technical communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering

Masters or Advanced Degree

Tools

CRM tools

Job description

Position Scope

RBC Bearings is seeking a highly motivated Aerospace Account Manager to support our Commercial & Military Engine segment. This role is responsible for developing and executing account strategies that increase RBC content across commercial and military engine platforms while supporting OEM production, fleet sustainment, modernization efforts, and aftermarket growth initiatives. The successful candidate will serve as the primary commercial leader for assigned engine customers, driving long-term business growth through design wins, strategic account development, and lifecycle management.

Position Scope

RBC Bearings is seeking a highly motivated Aerospace Account Manager to support our Commercial & Military Engine segment. This role is responsible for developing and executing account strategies that increase RBC content across commercial and military engine platforms while supporting OEM production, fleet sustainment, modernization efforts, and aftermarket growth initiatives. The successful candidate will serve as the primary commercial leader for assigned engine customers, driving long-term business growth through design wins, strategic account development, and lifecycle management.

Key Responsibilities

Business Development & Engine Program Growth

• Identify, qualify, and capture new business opportunities within commercial and military engine OEMs and sub-contractors.
• Develop account growth strategies supporting current production engines, next-generation propulsion programs, and sustainment activities.
• Drive specification and adoption of RBC bearings, precision components, and engineered products within engine applications.
• Pursue competitive takeaways, sole-source opportunities, and application conversions.
• Support new engine development programs from program introduction through production and aftermarket phases.
• Build long-term relationships with engineering, procurement, commodity management, supplier quality, and program leadership teams.
  
  

Customer Engagement & Technical Sales

• Serve as the primary commercial liaison for engine-related customers and programs.
• Collaborate with design, systems, and manufacturing engineers to identify solutions for propulsion system applications.
• Understand customer requirements related to performance, reliability, durability, weight reduction, thermal environments, and lifecycle cost.
• Conduct commercial presentations, product reviews, customer visits, and manufacturing facility tours.
• Support design reviews, qualification activities, and customer validation efforts.
  
  

OEM, Defense & Aftermarket Sales Execution

• Manage the complete sales lifecycle from opportunity identification and proposal development through contract award and production support.
• Develop and execute growth strategies supporting both OEM production and aftermarket revenue streams.
• Coordinate quoting activities, pricing strategies, contract negotiations, and customer communications.
• Maintain accurate opportunity tracking and forecasting using CRM tools.
• Meet or exceed revenue, margin, and growth objectives.
  
  

Market Intelligence & Strategic Account Management

• Monitor commercial aviation and military propulsion market trends, emerging engine technologies, fleet modernization programs, and defense initiatives.
• Track competitor activity, sourcing changes, and new engine development programs to identify growth opportunities.
• Provide customer and market intelligence to engineering, operations, and leadership teams.
• Support strategic planning initiatives focused on long-term market penetration and account expansion.
  
  

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with engineering, manufacturing, quality, supply chain, and program management teams to ensure successful customer support.
• Coordinate issue resolution and support customer requirements throughout the product lifecycle.
• Advocate for customer needs while aligning with RBC operational and growth objectives.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of B2B sales experience selling to Engine OEM’s.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to communicate technical concepts related to Engine components.
• Willingness to travel 40–50%.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Masters or Advanced Degree
  
  

What RBC Offers

• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Company vehicle
• Exposure to leading aerospace and defense companies
• Hands-on experience with advanced engineering solutions
• Strong career growth potential
  
  

About RBC Bearings

RBC Bearings Incorporated (NYSE: RBC) is a leading global manufacturer of highly engineered precision bearings, components, and essential systems serving the industrial, aerospace, and defense markets. For more than a century, RBC has built a reputation for delivering innovative engineering solutions and world-class manufacturing capabilities that support mission-critical applications around the world.

Our success is driven by a commitment to technical excellence, continuous improvement, and a customer-focused approach. We specialize in the design and manufacture of precision-engineered products that perform in demanding environments where quality, reliability, and performance are paramount.

With operations spanning multiple countries and manufacturing facilities across the globe, RBC Bearings offers employees the opportunity to contribute to meaningful work, collaborate with industry-leading experts, and support customers in some of the world's most advanced and dynamic industries. As we continue to grow, we remain focused on fostering innovation, developing talent, and delivering exceptional value to our customers and shareholders.

RBC Bearings is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment.