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Job Title: Sales Engineer
Reports to: Project Manager
FLSA Status: Exempt

Summary:
As a Sales Engineer at our aerospace rubber manufacturing company, you will be crucial in supporting our sales initiatives by providing technical expertise and guidance throughout the sales process. Your primary duties will include reviewing technical drawings, creating part layups, and managing the documentation necessary for successful project execution. Additionally, you will be responsible for reviewing and signing off Purchase Orders (POs) and Statements of Work (SOWs) in accordance with company policies and customer requirements.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Technical Review: Analyze customer-provided drawings and specifications to ensure alignment with our manufacturing capabilities and standards.
2. Part Layups: Create detailed part layups based on engineering drawings and customer requirements, ensuring accuracy and feasibility in production.
3. Documentation Management: Prepare and manage Purchase Orders (POs) and Statements of Work (SOWs) in collaboration with sales and operations teams, ensuring all contractual obligations are met.
4. Customer Engagement: Collaborate closely with customers and internal teams to address technical inquiries, provide solutions, and ensure customer satisfaction throughout the sales cycle.
5. Project Coordination: Facilitate communication between sales, engineering, and production teams to ensure seamless project execution and delivery.

Knowledge, Skills, and Other Abilities:
To perform this job, an individual must be deemed a “US Person” as defined by the US Government and be able to work without restriction with ITAR-related data. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to work within a team and communicate effectively.
• Ability to multi-task and adapt to changes quickly.
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Decision-making and planning skills.
• Enthusiastic attitude and willingness to learn.
• Listening skills.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to articulate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting technical drawings and specifications.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Logic and reasoning skills.
• Must be proactive and take initiative.
• Problem-solving skills.
• Professionalism.
• Time management skills.

Computer Skills:
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of: MS Office software and internet usage. Familiarity with ERP or CRM systems for managing sales and project documentation is preferred.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience in a technical sales or engineering role within the aerospace or manufacturing industry.
• Strong understanding of aerospace materials, manufacturing processes, and quality standards.
• Experience with rubber manufacturing processes and materials preferred.
• Certification or training in project management methodologies preferred (e.g., PMP).