A leading engineering company based in Sheffield is seeking a Business Development professional with a strong sales background. The role involves achieving profitable growth by developing strategic new business opportunities in Defence, Motorsport, and Aerospace industries. Candidates must demonstrate a proven track record in business development, strong customer relationship management skills, and be proficient in essential business tools such as Excel. Overnight travel and maintaining high service standards are essential.
Mar 10, 2026
Full time
A leading engineering company based in Sheffield is seeking a Business Development professional with a strong sales background. The role involves achieving profitable growth by developing strategic new business opportunities in Defence, Motorsport, and Aerospace industries. Candidates must demonstrate a proven track record in business development, strong customer relationship management skills, and be proficient in essential business tools such as Excel. Overnight travel and maintaining high service standards are essential.
Technical Sales Engineer Aerospace Manufacturing North West Up to £55,000 + Car + Bonus Do you have experience selling precision engineering or manufacturing services into aerospace customers? Have you worked with machining, coating, fabrication or component repair technologies? Are you comfortable developing new business within aerospace supply chains? Do you enjoy technical sales where you work closely with engineers to develop solutions? Take your career to the next level with a specialist engineering manufacturer supporting global industries from their North West facility. This organisation has built its reputation on precision machining, laser cladding and advanced surface coating technologies, helping customers extend component life, improve wear resistance and enhance performance across critical engineering applications. With a strong heritage supplying sectors such as oil & gas and power generation, the business is now investing heavily into the aerospace sector and is looking to appoint a commercially focused Technical Sales Engineer to help drive this expansion. What you NEED Proven experience in technical sales or business development within precision engineering, machining, coatings or advanced manufacturing Experience selling into aerospace customers or aerospace supply chains Ability to sell technical engineering services, manufactured components or specialist engineering solutions Strong commercial awareness with the ability to win new business while developing existing client relationships Confidence presenting technical solutions to engineering, procurement and project teams Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to customer sites What you ll get in return Salary up to £55,000 depending on experience Company car or car allowance Tailored performance related bonus Private healthcare package Opportunity to play a key role in developing aerospace business within a growing engineering organisation Long term progression within a specialist manufacturing business Nice to Haves Experience selling laser cladding, thermal spray coatings or surface engineering solutions Background in CNC machining, fabrication or component repair services Knowledge of aerospace standards and quality requirements Experience selling into defence, power generation or oil & gas markets Company Profile This engineering manufacturer specialises in advanced surface engineering and precision machining technologies used to improve the durability and performance of high-value components. Operating from a modern North West facility with specialist coating, machining and engineering capabilities, the business supports clients across a range of critical sectors including aerospace, defence, energy and industrial engineering. The organisation is now expanding its commercial team to support significant growth within the aerospace sector and is seeking an experienced technical sales professional to help drive this next phase of development. Role & Responsibilities Develop new business opportunities within aerospace manufacturers and supply chain partners Build relationships with engineering teams, procurement managers and technical stakeholders Promote the company s machining, coating and surface engineering capabilities to new clients Work closely with internal engineering teams to develop technical proposals and solutions Identify opportunities for component manufacture, repair and refurbishment projects Manage the full sales cycle from prospecting through to quotation, negotiation and account growth Represent the business at industry events, trade shows and sector networking opportunities Our clients and their customers come from diverse backgrounds and so do we. We hire our people from various walks of life, each of whom make our company stronger with their talent, uniqueness, and expertise. This is what makes our company special; if you want to help us grow and take this ethos to our clients, then we cannot wait to collaborate with you! The UK has now left the European Union. Any EU, EEA or Swiss citizens living in the UK that wish to remain in the UK post Brexit need to apply to the EU Settlement Scheme. Although the closing date for applications was 30th Jun 2021, if you have not yet applied but believe that you would qualify under the EU Settlement Scheme, the Home Office have confirmed that they will consider late applications. For further information please see (url removed)> Many Thanks
Mar 09, 2026
Full time
Technical Sales Engineer Aerospace Manufacturing North West Up to £55,000 + Car + Bonus Do you have experience selling precision engineering or manufacturing services into aerospace customers? Have you worked with machining, coating, fabrication or component repair technologies? Are you comfortable developing new business within aerospace supply chains? Do you enjoy technical sales where you work closely with engineers to develop solutions? Take your career to the next level with a specialist engineering manufacturer supporting global industries from their North West facility. This organisation has built its reputation on precision machining, laser cladding and advanced surface coating technologies, helping customers extend component life, improve wear resistance and enhance performance across critical engineering applications. With a strong heritage supplying sectors such as oil & gas and power generation, the business is now investing heavily into the aerospace sector and is looking to appoint a commercially focused Technical Sales Engineer to help drive this expansion. What you NEED Proven experience in technical sales or business development within precision engineering, machining, coatings or advanced manufacturing Experience selling into aerospace customers or aerospace supply chains Ability to sell technical engineering services, manufactured components or specialist engineering solutions Strong commercial awareness with the ability to win new business while developing existing client relationships Confidence presenting technical solutions to engineering, procurement and project teams Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to customer sites What you ll get in return Salary up to £55,000 depending on experience Company car or car allowance Tailored performance related bonus Private healthcare package Opportunity to play a key role in developing aerospace business within a growing engineering organisation Long term progression within a specialist manufacturing business Nice to Haves Experience selling laser cladding, thermal spray coatings or surface engineering solutions Background in CNC machining, fabrication or component repair services Knowledge of aerospace standards and quality requirements Experience selling into defence, power generation or oil & gas markets Company Profile This engineering manufacturer specialises in advanced surface engineering and precision machining technologies used to improve the durability and performance of high-value components. Operating from a modern North West facility with specialist coating, machining and engineering capabilities, the business supports clients across a range of critical sectors including aerospace, defence, energy and industrial engineering. The organisation is now expanding its commercial team to support significant growth within the aerospace sector and is seeking an experienced technical sales professional to help drive this next phase of development. Role & Responsibilities Develop new business opportunities within aerospace manufacturers and supply chain partners Build relationships with engineering teams, procurement managers and technical stakeholders Promote the company s machining, coating and surface engineering capabilities to new clients Work closely with internal engineering teams to develop technical proposals and solutions Identify opportunities for component manufacture, repair and refurbishment projects Manage the full sales cycle from prospecting through to quotation, negotiation and account growth Represent the business at industry events, trade shows and sector networking opportunities Our clients and their customers come from diverse backgrounds and so do we. We hire our people from various walks of life, each of whom make our company stronger with their talent, uniqueness, and expertise. This is what makes our company special; if you want to help us grow and take this ethos to our clients, then we cannot wait to collaborate with you! The UK has now left the European Union. Any EU, EEA or Swiss citizens living in the UK that wish to remain in the UK post Brexit need to apply to the EU Settlement Scheme. Although the closing date for applications was 30th Jun 2021, if you have not yet applied but believe that you would qualify under the EU Settlement Scheme, the Home Office have confirmed that they will consider late applications. For further information please see (url removed)> Many Thanks
Aerospace Business Development Manager - Military Electronic Systems UK Remote 60,000 + Car & OTE Drive strategic growth in cutting-edge LED lighting and systems for the global military aerospace sector. This role is perfect for a proven technical BDM who thrives on long, complex sales cycles and high-value programmes. The role As Aerospace Business Development Manager, you will take ownership of sales for Military Air LED Lighting & Systems across the UK, Europe and the rest of the world (excluding the US). You will focus on both new business and strategic account development, driving deeper penetration with tier 1 and sub-tier aerospace customers. Key responsibilities: Lead sales activity into the global Military Aerospace sector for LED lighting and systems. Build, own and execute a clear sales plan with measurable milestones and profitable growth targets. Act as key account manager for major customers, managing relationships end-to-end. Identify and win long-cycle design-in opportunities (typically 2+ years) on military air platforms. Cross-sell complementary electronic / electro-mechanical systems alongside LED solutions. Work closely with international colleagues to share market intelligence and align strategy. Provide accurate forecasts and input into annual budgets and sales planning. Maintain an up-to-date opportunity pipeline using a modern CRM system. Ensure all activities comply with relevant UK export controls and, where applicable, ITAR regulations. About you You are a commercially sharp, technically confident salesperson who understands how to navigate the aerospace ecosystem and defence procurement environments. You are comfortable owning significant responsibility and operating with a high degree of autonomy. Essential experience: Established track record in international technical product sales into aerospace. Experience selling electronic components, lighting, or electro-mechanical systems. Proven success selling to tier 1 and sub-tier aerospace customers. Experience of, or strong exposure to, defence customers (e.g. MoD or other national defence departments). Strong commercial and negotiation skills, particularly around contracts and complex proposals. Comfortable working with CRM tools and managing long, complex sales cycles. Familiarity with export licensing and ITAR practices. Desirable: Degree or equivalent in Mechanical, Electrical or Electronics Engineering. Experience with LED technologies or related electronic systems. Evidence of ongoing professional development through relevant training. Personal attributes We are looking for someone who is: Self-motivated, proactive and target-driven. An excellent communicator and presenter, able to influence at multiple levels. Highly organised with strong planning and time management skills. Confident operating with high levels of responsibility and accountability. A natural relationship builder who can quickly establish trust and rapport. A problem-solver who can interpret complex information and make sound, practical decisions. Work environment The role is UK-based with a blend of home office, head office visits and significant international travel once established. You will be trusted to manage your own diary between customer visits, remote work and time on-site with internal teams to deliver results. How to apply If you are an experienced Aerospace Business Development professional looking to spearhead growth in advanced Military Air LED Lighting & Systems, we would love to hear from you. Please apply with your CV and a brief note outlining your relevant experience and current situation, or get in touch for a confidential conversation. DCS Recruitment and all associated companies are committed to creating a working environment where diversity is celebrated and everyone is treated fairly, regardless of gender, gender identity, disability, ethnic origin, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marital or transgender status, age, or nationality
Mar 09, 2026
Full time
Aerospace Business Development Manager - Military Electronic Systems UK Remote 60,000 + Car & OTE Drive strategic growth in cutting-edge LED lighting and systems for the global military aerospace sector. This role is perfect for a proven technical BDM who thrives on long, complex sales cycles and high-value programmes. The role As Aerospace Business Development Manager, you will take ownership of sales for Military Air LED Lighting & Systems across the UK, Europe and the rest of the world (excluding the US). You will focus on both new business and strategic account development, driving deeper penetration with tier 1 and sub-tier aerospace customers. Key responsibilities: Lead sales activity into the global Military Aerospace sector for LED lighting and systems. Build, own and execute a clear sales plan with measurable milestones and profitable growth targets. Act as key account manager for major customers, managing relationships end-to-end. Identify and win long-cycle design-in opportunities (typically 2+ years) on military air platforms. Cross-sell complementary electronic / electro-mechanical systems alongside LED solutions. Work closely with international colleagues to share market intelligence and align strategy. Provide accurate forecasts and input into annual budgets and sales planning. Maintain an up-to-date opportunity pipeline using a modern CRM system. Ensure all activities comply with relevant UK export controls and, where applicable, ITAR regulations. About you You are a commercially sharp, technically confident salesperson who understands how to navigate the aerospace ecosystem and defence procurement environments. You are comfortable owning significant responsibility and operating with a high degree of autonomy. Essential experience: Established track record in international technical product sales into aerospace. Experience selling electronic components, lighting, or electro-mechanical systems. Proven success selling to tier 1 and sub-tier aerospace customers. Experience of, or strong exposure to, defence customers (e.g. MoD or other national defence departments). Strong commercial and negotiation skills, particularly around contracts and complex proposals. Comfortable working with CRM tools and managing long, complex sales cycles. Familiarity with export licensing and ITAR practices. Desirable: Degree or equivalent in Mechanical, Electrical or Electronics Engineering. Experience with LED technologies or related electronic systems. Evidence of ongoing professional development through relevant training. Personal attributes We are looking for someone who is: Self-motivated, proactive and target-driven. An excellent communicator and presenter, able to influence at multiple levels. Highly organised with strong planning and time management skills. Confident operating with high levels of responsibility and accountability. A natural relationship builder who can quickly establish trust and rapport. A problem-solver who can interpret complex information and make sound, practical decisions. Work environment The role is UK-based with a blend of home office, head office visits and significant international travel once established. You will be trusted to manage your own diary between customer visits, remote work and time on-site with internal teams to deliver results. How to apply If you are an experienced Aerospace Business Development professional looking to spearhead growth in advanced Military Air LED Lighting & Systems, we would love to hear from you. Please apply with your CV and a brief note outlining your relevant experience and current situation, or get in touch for a confidential conversation. DCS Recruitment and all associated companies are committed to creating a working environment where diversity is celebrated and everyone is treated fairly, regardless of gender, gender identity, disability, ethnic origin, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marital or transgender status, age, or nationality
Product Manager (Aerospace & Defence) page is loaded Product Manager (Aerospace & Defence)locations: Great Yarmouth, UK: Milton Keynes, UKtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 2 Days Agojob requisition id: JR101291We are looking for a Product Manager to join our Aerospace and Defence division where you will play a key role in shaping the future of our electronics-based product line. You'll take ownership of a diverse product portfolio, driving sustainment, redesign and lifecycle strategy to maximise performance, profitability and customer satisfaction. Acting as the central link between engineering, operations and customers, you'll lead complex, multi disciplinary projects, manage obsolescence challenges, and ensure delivery excellence through robust planning, risk management and data driven reporting. This role can be based at either our Manufacturing Centre in Great Yarmouth or our Engineering Design Centre in Milton Keynes. If based in Milton Keynes, the role will require travel to the Great Yarmouth site ( 1 day per week). Key Responsibilities Manage an electronics-based product line, delivering sustainment & redesign projects across the portfolio. Focus on maximizing revenue, profitability & improving on time delivery. Lead the identification and mitigation of component, process & equipment obsolescence risks across the assigned product portfolio. Manage the product life cycle and recommendations for extension, redesign or end of life notification. Manage project and lifecycle risks, maintaining risk registers and coordinating mitigation strategies. Support bids and proposals contributing to scope definition, budgeting, and risk assessment. Serve as the primary customer interface. Establish, monitor, and report against project baselines for cost, schedule, scope, and risk, present updates through internal reviews and customer meetings. Chair design gate reviews from initiation through qualification and handover to production. Track project performance using appropriate methodologies (e.g., Earned Value Management) and prepare internal and customer facing reports. Prepare and deliver structured project documentation including project management plans, schedules, data packs, lifecycle reports, risk registers, design change documentation, and data deliverables. Represent the business in regular customer meetings, QBRs, technical reviews and WIP tracking discussions. Contribute to CI/LEAN/Kaizen activities with a focus on cost reduction, inventory optimisation, lead-time improvement and on time delivery. Actively participate in the Sales & Operational planning (S&OP) process . Skills, Experience & Qualifications Essential Degree in Engineering or a related technical field (or equivalent experience). Proven project management experience in electronics, microelectronics, or engineering environments, ideally within Aerospace & Defence. Background in product lifecycle management, obsolescence management or sustainment engineering. Experience managing complex projects (up to £10M) with cross functional teams. Familiarity with relevant industry standards such as AS9100, DO 254, and DEF STAN frameworks. Experience working with or for defence primes. Understanding of production planning, manufacturing processes and technical problem solving. Skilled in ERP/MRP tools within a project or manufacturing environment. Proficient in project management methodologies, tools, and reporting techniques including scheduling, risk management, and Earned Value concepts. Desirable Project management accreditation (PRINCE2, PMI, APM PMQ or similar). Exposure to LEAN, Six Sigma or CI methodologies. Experience in hybrid microelectronics, optoelectronics or high reliability manufacturing. Familiarity with obsolescence tools or DMSMS methodologies (e.g., predictive tools, lifecycle analytics). Personal Attributes Analytical mindset with excellent problem-solving and risk management skills. Highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple projects or lifecycle issues simultaneously. Proactive and collaborative, with a drive for continuous improvement and operational excellence. Commitment to driving progress in matrixed, cross-functional environments. Influences effectively without direct authority; able to secure alignment and hold teams to account. Strong communicator with the ability to manage customer expectations professionally and calmly. Ability to remain composed under pressure. Adaptable and comfortable prioritising in a dynamic environment. Other Requirements Eligibility to obtain UK Security Clearance (SC). Ability to travel between Great Yarmouth and Milton Keynes sites (weekly if MK based) and occasional UK customer/supplier visits (<10%). What We Can Offer You Flexible working practices - we work a 9-day fortnight, offer flexitime, and work a half day Friday 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays) with the option to buy up to 5 additional days Private healthcare Health cash plan - cash back for everyday health expenses Additional benefits including access to 24/7 remote GP services, physiotherapy consultations and gym discounts Pension scheme with 6% employer contributions Life assurance - 4 x annual salary Reward and recognition platform Discount platform - retail, leisure, gym discounts and more Employee assistance programme with access to confidential counselling services Support for further training and education Relocation assistance up to £8,000 if you relocate to take up a position with usEqual Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesThe contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c) Third-Party RecruitersPlease note, that per Spectrum Control Policy, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters unless such recruiters are engaged to provide candidates for a specified opening and in alignment with our values and expectations. Any employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume does so with the understanding that Spectrum Control will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity. If you or your agency are interested in becoming an approved vendor please contact Control combines engineering expertise, innovation and manufacturing excellence to enable mission-critical solutions. Designed to solve complex problems in signal modulation and transmission, Spectrum Control solutions enable high quality product performance in the military and government, space, commercial, aerospace, security, medical, industrial and communications industries. Through proven experience and innovation, Spectrum Control delivers reliable solutions for the most rugged environments in the world - and beyond. Our team works to understand each customer's needs at every level, which leads to long-term partnerships with our customers that transcend transactions and projects, helping to drive ongoing value at all levels of an organization. Spectrum Control operates by the following
Mar 07, 2026
Full time
Product Manager (Aerospace & Defence) page is loaded Product Manager (Aerospace & Defence)locations: Great Yarmouth, UK: Milton Keynes, UKtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 2 Days Agojob requisition id: JR101291We are looking for a Product Manager to join our Aerospace and Defence division where you will play a key role in shaping the future of our electronics-based product line. You'll take ownership of a diverse product portfolio, driving sustainment, redesign and lifecycle strategy to maximise performance, profitability and customer satisfaction. Acting as the central link between engineering, operations and customers, you'll lead complex, multi disciplinary projects, manage obsolescence challenges, and ensure delivery excellence through robust planning, risk management and data driven reporting. This role can be based at either our Manufacturing Centre in Great Yarmouth or our Engineering Design Centre in Milton Keynes. If based in Milton Keynes, the role will require travel to the Great Yarmouth site ( 1 day per week). Key Responsibilities Manage an electronics-based product line, delivering sustainment & redesign projects across the portfolio. Focus on maximizing revenue, profitability & improving on time delivery. Lead the identification and mitigation of component, process & equipment obsolescence risks across the assigned product portfolio. Manage the product life cycle and recommendations for extension, redesign or end of life notification. Manage project and lifecycle risks, maintaining risk registers and coordinating mitigation strategies. Support bids and proposals contributing to scope definition, budgeting, and risk assessment. Serve as the primary customer interface. Establish, monitor, and report against project baselines for cost, schedule, scope, and risk, present updates through internal reviews and customer meetings. Chair design gate reviews from initiation through qualification and handover to production. Track project performance using appropriate methodologies (e.g., Earned Value Management) and prepare internal and customer facing reports. Prepare and deliver structured project documentation including project management plans, schedules, data packs, lifecycle reports, risk registers, design change documentation, and data deliverables. Represent the business in regular customer meetings, QBRs, technical reviews and WIP tracking discussions. Contribute to CI/LEAN/Kaizen activities with a focus on cost reduction, inventory optimisation, lead-time improvement and on time delivery. Actively participate in the Sales & Operational planning (S&OP) process . Skills, Experience & Qualifications Essential Degree in Engineering or a related technical field (or equivalent experience). Proven project management experience in electronics, microelectronics, or engineering environments, ideally within Aerospace & Defence. Background in product lifecycle management, obsolescence management or sustainment engineering. Experience managing complex projects (up to £10M) with cross functional teams. Familiarity with relevant industry standards such as AS9100, DO 254, and DEF STAN frameworks. Experience working with or for defence primes. Understanding of production planning, manufacturing processes and technical problem solving. Skilled in ERP/MRP tools within a project or manufacturing environment. Proficient in project management methodologies, tools, and reporting techniques including scheduling, risk management, and Earned Value concepts. Desirable Project management accreditation (PRINCE2, PMI, APM PMQ or similar). Exposure to LEAN, Six Sigma or CI methodologies. Experience in hybrid microelectronics, optoelectronics or high reliability manufacturing. Familiarity with obsolescence tools or DMSMS methodologies (e.g., predictive tools, lifecycle analytics). Personal Attributes Analytical mindset with excellent problem-solving and risk management skills. Highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple projects or lifecycle issues simultaneously. Proactive and collaborative, with a drive for continuous improvement and operational excellence. Commitment to driving progress in matrixed, cross-functional environments. Influences effectively without direct authority; able to secure alignment and hold teams to account. Strong communicator with the ability to manage customer expectations professionally and calmly. Ability to remain composed under pressure. Adaptable and comfortable prioritising in a dynamic environment. Other Requirements Eligibility to obtain UK Security Clearance (SC). Ability to travel between Great Yarmouth and Milton Keynes sites (weekly if MK based) and occasional UK customer/supplier visits (<10%). What We Can Offer You Flexible working practices - we work a 9-day fortnight, offer flexitime, and work a half day Friday 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays) with the option to buy up to 5 additional days Private healthcare Health cash plan - cash back for everyday health expenses Additional benefits including access to 24/7 remote GP services, physiotherapy consultations and gym discounts Pension scheme with 6% employer contributions Life assurance - 4 x annual salary Reward and recognition platform Discount platform - retail, leisure, gym discounts and more Employee assistance programme with access to confidential counselling services Support for further training and education Relocation assistance up to £8,000 if you relocate to take up a position with usEqual Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesThe contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c) Third-Party RecruitersPlease note, that per Spectrum Control Policy, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters unless such recruiters are engaged to provide candidates for a specified opening and in alignment with our values and expectations. Any employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume does so with the understanding that Spectrum Control will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity. If you or your agency are interested in becoming an approved vendor please contact Control combines engineering expertise, innovation and manufacturing excellence to enable mission-critical solutions. Designed to solve complex problems in signal modulation and transmission, Spectrum Control solutions enable high quality product performance in the military and government, space, commercial, aerospace, security, medical, industrial and communications industries. Through proven experience and innovation, Spectrum Control delivers reliable solutions for the most rugged environments in the world - and beyond. Our team works to understand each customer's needs at every level, which leads to long-term partnerships with our customers that transcend transactions and projects, helping to drive ongoing value at all levels of an organization. Spectrum Control operates by the following
Area Sales Manager South Salary circa £60,000 + Generous Bonus Company Car Pension Globally Recognised Distributor An Area Sales Manager opportunity has become available with a globally established machine tool distributor supplying into defence and other safety-critical industries. This role offers a strong base salary, generous bonus potential, autonomy to manage a high-value territory, and the backing of a respected engineering business known for technical excellence and long-standing customer relationships. This is a field-based position with full ownership of the South territory, focused on developing new business and managing and growing key established accounts. Sales Manager Responsibilities Develop and implement a regional sales strategy to achieve growth targets Identify and secure new business opportunities across aerospace, defence, and safety-critical sectors Support customers with product selection, application advice, and technical solutions Manage and develop existing key accounts, maintaining strong customer relationships Deliver technical presentations, demonstrations, and customer training Maintain accurate forecasting, pipeline reporting, and CRM updates Skills and Experience Required Experience in a technical sales or business development manager role within engineering or manufacturing Electrical, Mechanical, or related engineering background (qualification or experience) Experience selling engineered or technical products into regulated or safety-critical sectors Strong technical understanding with the ability to communicate solutions clearly Comfortable managing a regional territory independently What's On Offer Salary circa £60,000 Generous bonus structure Company car or car allowance Pension and benefits package High level of autonomy within a well-established territory If you are an Area Sales Manager who enjoys solution-led selling, engaging with engineering teams, and working with technically advanced products, this role offers an excellent opportunity to join a well-established and growing business. ASC Connections Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. We are committed to equal opportunity and diversity.
Mar 05, 2026
Full time
Area Sales Manager South Salary circa £60,000 + Generous Bonus Company Car Pension Globally Recognised Distributor An Area Sales Manager opportunity has become available with a globally established machine tool distributor supplying into defence and other safety-critical industries. This role offers a strong base salary, generous bonus potential, autonomy to manage a high-value territory, and the backing of a respected engineering business known for technical excellence and long-standing customer relationships. This is a field-based position with full ownership of the South territory, focused on developing new business and managing and growing key established accounts. Sales Manager Responsibilities Develop and implement a regional sales strategy to achieve growth targets Identify and secure new business opportunities across aerospace, defence, and safety-critical sectors Support customers with product selection, application advice, and technical solutions Manage and develop existing key accounts, maintaining strong customer relationships Deliver technical presentations, demonstrations, and customer training Maintain accurate forecasting, pipeline reporting, and CRM updates Skills and Experience Required Experience in a technical sales or business development manager role within engineering or manufacturing Electrical, Mechanical, or related engineering background (qualification or experience) Experience selling engineered or technical products into regulated or safety-critical sectors Strong technical understanding with the ability to communicate solutions clearly Comfortable managing a regional territory independently What's On Offer Salary circa £60,000 Generous bonus structure Company car or car allowance Pension and benefits package High level of autonomy within a well-established territory If you are an Area Sales Manager who enjoys solution-led selling, engaging with engineering teams, and working with technically advanced products, this role offers an excellent opportunity to join a well-established and growing business. ASC Connections Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. We are committed to equal opportunity and diversity.
Are you an experienced Technical Sales Manager - Interconnect with a strong background in interconnect solutions, connectors, and cable assemblies? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a leading global provider of custom-engineered connector and cable solutions, supporting Aerospace, Defence, Space, Energy, Industrial, and Transport markets click apply for full job details
Mar 03, 2026
Full time
Are you an experienced Technical Sales Manager - Interconnect with a strong background in interconnect solutions, connectors, and cable assemblies? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a leading global provider of custom-engineered connector and cable solutions, supporting Aerospace, Defence, Space, Energy, Industrial, and Transport markets click apply for full job details
Area Sales Manager South Salary circa £60,000 + Generous Bonus Company Car Pension Globally Recognised Distributor An Area Sales Manager opportunity has become available with a globally established machine tool distributor supplying into defence and other industries. This role offers a strong base salary, generous bonus potential, autonomy to manage a high-value territory, and the backing of a respected engineering business known for technical excellence and long-standing customer relationships. This is a field-based position with full ownership of the South territory, focused on developing new business and managing and growing key established accounts. Sales Manager Responsibilities Develop and implement a regional sales strategy to achieve growth targets Identify and secure new business opportunities across aerospace, defence, and safety-critical sectors Support customers with product selection, application advice, and technical solutions Manage and develop existing key accounts, maintaining strong customer relationships Deliver technical presentations, demonstrations, and customer training Maintain accurate forecasting, pipeline reporting, and CRM updates Skills and Experience Required Experience in a technical sales or business development manager role within engineering or manufacturing Electrical, Mechanical, or related engineering background (qualification or experience) Experience selling engineered or technical products into regulated or safety-critical sectors Strong technical understanding with the ability to communicate solutions clearly Comfortable managing a regional territory independently What's On Offer Salary circa £60,000 Generous bonus structure Company car or car allowance Pension and benefits package High level of autonomy within a well-established territory If you are an Area Sales Manager who enjoys solution-led selling, engaging with engineering teams, and working with technically advanced products, this role offers an excellent opportunity to join a well-established and growing business. ASC Connections Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. We are committed to equal opportunity and diversity.
Mar 03, 2026
Full time
Area Sales Manager South Salary circa £60,000 + Generous Bonus Company Car Pension Globally Recognised Distributor An Area Sales Manager opportunity has become available with a globally established machine tool distributor supplying into defence and other industries. This role offers a strong base salary, generous bonus potential, autonomy to manage a high-value territory, and the backing of a respected engineering business known for technical excellence and long-standing customer relationships. This is a field-based position with full ownership of the South territory, focused on developing new business and managing and growing key established accounts. Sales Manager Responsibilities Develop and implement a regional sales strategy to achieve growth targets Identify and secure new business opportunities across aerospace, defence, and safety-critical sectors Support customers with product selection, application advice, and technical solutions Manage and develop existing key accounts, maintaining strong customer relationships Deliver technical presentations, demonstrations, and customer training Maintain accurate forecasting, pipeline reporting, and CRM updates Skills and Experience Required Experience in a technical sales or business development manager role within engineering or manufacturing Electrical, Mechanical, or related engineering background (qualification or experience) Experience selling engineered or technical products into regulated or safety-critical sectors Strong technical understanding with the ability to communicate solutions clearly Comfortable managing a regional territory independently What's On Offer Salary circa £60,000 Generous bonus structure Company car or car allowance Pension and benefits package High level of autonomy within a well-established territory If you are an Area Sales Manager who enjoys solution-led selling, engaging with engineering teams, and working with technically advanced products, this role offers an excellent opportunity to join a well-established and growing business. ASC Connections Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. We are committed to equal opportunity and diversity.
Business Development Manager 6792 Location: Tewkesbury Hours: Monday - Friday Salary: 35,000 - 45,000 Job Description Our client is a specialist manufacturer of high-quality CNC machined and precision-engineered components, supporting industries where accuracy, reliability, and performance are critical. They are seeking an ambitious and commercially driven Business Development Manager to support continued growth, develop new business opportunities, and strengthen key customer relationships across a range of technical sectors. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established engineering business and play a key role in shaping its future success. Key Responsibilities Identify and secure new business opportunities across aerospace, defence, energy, automotive, and scientific sectors Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with both new and existing clients Manage the full sales pipeline, including forecasting, reporting, and opportunity tracking Collaborate closely with engineering and production teams to develop technical proposals and quotations Represent the business at industry events, trade shows, and customer meetings Develop a strong understanding of client requirements to deliver tailored engineering solutions Key Skills Proven experience in a Business Development or Sales role within precision engineering or CNC machining Strong technical understanding of machining processes and the ability to interpret engineering drawings Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills Commercially aware with a proactive, self-motivated approach Ability to manage multiple opportunities and prioritise effectively Benefits Opportunity to influence growth strategy within a respected engineering business Supportive and collaborative working environment Ongoing career development and progression opportunities If you are a driven sales professional with experience in precision engineering and are looking for a role where you can make a real impact, we would love to hear from you. For more information please contact Tom at First Base Employment. First Base Employment is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. We pride ourselves on delivering excellent service to both clients and candidates across the Commercial, Industrial, and Engineering sectors.
Feb 28, 2026
Full time
Business Development Manager 6792 Location: Tewkesbury Hours: Monday - Friday Salary: 35,000 - 45,000 Job Description Our client is a specialist manufacturer of high-quality CNC machined and precision-engineered components, supporting industries where accuracy, reliability, and performance are critical. They are seeking an ambitious and commercially driven Business Development Manager to support continued growth, develop new business opportunities, and strengthen key customer relationships across a range of technical sectors. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established engineering business and play a key role in shaping its future success. Key Responsibilities Identify and secure new business opportunities across aerospace, defence, energy, automotive, and scientific sectors Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with both new and existing clients Manage the full sales pipeline, including forecasting, reporting, and opportunity tracking Collaborate closely with engineering and production teams to develop technical proposals and quotations Represent the business at industry events, trade shows, and customer meetings Develop a strong understanding of client requirements to deliver tailored engineering solutions Key Skills Proven experience in a Business Development or Sales role within precision engineering or CNC machining Strong technical understanding of machining processes and the ability to interpret engineering drawings Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills Commercially aware with a proactive, self-motivated approach Ability to manage multiple opportunities and prioritise effectively Benefits Opportunity to influence growth strategy within a respected engineering business Supportive and collaborative working environment Ongoing career development and progression opportunities If you are a driven sales professional with experience in precision engineering and are looking for a role where you can make a real impact, we would love to hear from you. For more information please contact Tom at First Base Employment. First Base Employment is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. We pride ourselves on delivering excellent service to both clients and candidates across the Commercial, Industrial, and Engineering sectors.
Head of Operations Location: East Hampshire Reports to: Board of Directors Contract: Full-time, Permanent About the Company Our client is a specialist manufacturer of complex electromechanical systems serving high-performance markets. Following a sustained period of growth and continued market expansion, the company is now seeking a Head of Operations with a clear succession pathway into the General Manager position within months. The Opportunity This is a senior leadership role for an experienced operational leader with strong technical credibility and highly developed commercial acumen. The successful candidate will work closely with the current General Manager, who intends to transition into a broader strategic role over the next months. During this period, you will assume increasing responsibility across the organisation, ensuring continuity, knowledge transfer and a smooth leadership succession. You will hold full accountability for operational performance, financial results, commercial delivery and execution of strategic objectives. A strong understanding of margin management, revenue growth, cost control and customer value creation will be critical to success in this role. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage the day-to-day operations of the business, ensuring safe, efficient and profitable performance Translate Board strategy into clear operational plans with measurable outcomes Take ownership of operational P&L performance, including budgeting, forecasting and financial control Drive programme delivery, customer satisfaction and on-time execution across complex engineering projects Support and contribute to commercial strategy, working closely with sales and business development to secure and deliver high-value programmes Provide commercial oversight across contracts, pricing, margin performance and customer negotiations Oversee engineering, manufacturing, supply chain and delivery functions within a technically advanced electromechanical environment Build, lead and develop a high-performing management team, strengthening accountability and capability across departments Embed strong governance, compliance and risk management practices, particularly within regulated and high-assurance markets Identify and execute growth initiatives, continuous improvement programmes and operational efficiencies Act as a senior representative of the business with customers, partners and stakeholders About You Proven senior leadership experience as a Head of Operations, Operations Director, General Manager or similar role Demonstrated success running an engineering or technology-led manufacturing business or division with full commercial accountability Strong commercial acumen, with a proven ability to drive revenue growth, improve margins and make commercially sound strategic decisions Experience operating within complex electromechanical systems, advanced engineering, or precision manufacturing environments Experience in defence, aerospace, robotics or other high-reliability sectors is highly desirable Strong financial capability, including budgeting, forecasting, cost control and performance management Technically credible with the ability to engage confidently with engineering teams and customers Experienced in leading multidisciplinary teams across engineering, manufacturing and supply chain Commercially astute, pragmatic and delivery-focused Comfortable operating at both strategic and hands-on levels Due to a high level applications if you do have a response within 7 - 10 working days your application has unfortunately not been successful and we thank you for your time.
Feb 28, 2026
Full time
Head of Operations Location: East Hampshire Reports to: Board of Directors Contract: Full-time, Permanent About the Company Our client is a specialist manufacturer of complex electromechanical systems serving high-performance markets. Following a sustained period of growth and continued market expansion, the company is now seeking a Head of Operations with a clear succession pathway into the General Manager position within months. The Opportunity This is a senior leadership role for an experienced operational leader with strong technical credibility and highly developed commercial acumen. The successful candidate will work closely with the current General Manager, who intends to transition into a broader strategic role over the next months. During this period, you will assume increasing responsibility across the organisation, ensuring continuity, knowledge transfer and a smooth leadership succession. You will hold full accountability for operational performance, financial results, commercial delivery and execution of strategic objectives. A strong understanding of margin management, revenue growth, cost control and customer value creation will be critical to success in this role. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage the day-to-day operations of the business, ensuring safe, efficient and profitable performance Translate Board strategy into clear operational plans with measurable outcomes Take ownership of operational P&L performance, including budgeting, forecasting and financial control Drive programme delivery, customer satisfaction and on-time execution across complex engineering projects Support and contribute to commercial strategy, working closely with sales and business development to secure and deliver high-value programmes Provide commercial oversight across contracts, pricing, margin performance and customer negotiations Oversee engineering, manufacturing, supply chain and delivery functions within a technically advanced electromechanical environment Build, lead and develop a high-performing management team, strengthening accountability and capability across departments Embed strong governance, compliance and risk management practices, particularly within regulated and high-assurance markets Identify and execute growth initiatives, continuous improvement programmes and operational efficiencies Act as a senior representative of the business with customers, partners and stakeholders About You Proven senior leadership experience as a Head of Operations, Operations Director, General Manager or similar role Demonstrated success running an engineering or technology-led manufacturing business or division with full commercial accountability Strong commercial acumen, with a proven ability to drive revenue growth, improve margins and make commercially sound strategic decisions Experience operating within complex electromechanical systems, advanced engineering, or precision manufacturing environments Experience in defence, aerospace, robotics or other high-reliability sectors is highly desirable Strong financial capability, including budgeting, forecasting, cost control and performance management Technically credible with the ability to engage confidently with engineering teams and customers Experienced in leading multidisciplinary teams across engineering, manufacturing and supply chain Commercially astute, pragmatic and delivery-focused Comfortable operating at both strategic and hands-on levels Due to a high level applications if you do have a response within 7 - 10 working days your application has unfortunately not been successful and we thank you for your time.
Overview Job Description: Your impact We are looking for an experienced business executive/leader to fill an exciting and strategic role to provide the leadership and overarching management of the Leonardo Cyber UK MOD business area. Leonardo is a global high-tech company and one of the key players in Aerospace, Defence and Security. This role resides in the UK Cyber & Security Solutions Division which has strength in homeland security, critical national infrastructure and a wide range of Cyber and Digital systems and capabilities. Cyber UK is developing new capabilities and service offerings to compete in a number of campaigns in the next 5 years. This is an exciting and challenging opportunity to lead a primary growth area for Cyber UK. The role presents an opportunity to be responsible for delivering a 5 year business plan; based on the success of these campaigns through the application of effective business leadership, strategy development, business winning, stakeholder management and programme management. A key aspect of this role is to manage and lead the team in a fast paced, evolving environment where the customer is demanding new levels of performance and new approaches to current account and future requirements. There are direct programme management and sales reports under your leadership. In order to make the most of this exciting business leadership and growth opportunity, you will able to demonstrate a strong track record of business development in this domain, coupled with P&L responsibility, stakeholder management and strategic thinking skills. You can be based at any of our state-of-the-art facilities in the UK and can work flexibly with home working option. The role will require UK travel. What you'll do as VP Defence: Deliver and grow the Integrated Business Plan (IBP) for the sector; including revenue, cash, margin and orders Strategy Development and Deployment, supporting the wider Cyber strategy Secure the order intake associated with MOD campaigns Build the skills and capability of the team in line with campaign execution and order intake requirements Launch the resulting programmes through the programme teams, including delivery of the initial phases of customer and business value Inform the development of future capability and future campaigns Provide people leadership to the sector and wider cyber business and role model our People Management Framework Continue to evolve the business units offering in line with customer requirements and our service portfolio and developments in Digital Develop a network of partnerships and collaborative relationships across Industry and key customers to enable the strategy What you'll bring Proven experience as a business leader, Programme Manager or other managerial position in the Cyber domain and/or MOD environment Experience of business winning and being in a key external customer facing role. Detailed understanding of programme and financial controls. Demonstrated ability to influence both internally and externally at all levels. Demonstrated ability to build and maintain effective working relationships both internally and externally. Ability to proactivity manage poor performance and conflict resolution to mitigate detrimental impact to the customer and business objectives. Ability to provide effective delegation, management and coordination of business activities. A transformative thinker with excellent problem solving skills and initiative and the ability to think laterally. Individual and collective training leading the development of both individuals and cohesive teams Management and Integration of strategic partners and subcontractors, understanding of outsourcing, integration and risk sharing This is not an exhaustive list, and we are keen to hear from you even if you might not have experience in all the above. The most important skill is a good attitude and willingness to learn. Security Clearance This role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government's Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, this could include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information and guidance please visit: Why join us At Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work-life balance. Whether you're looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we're here to help you thrive. Time to Recharge: Enjoy generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi-days each year. Secure your Future: Benefit from our award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution. Your Wellbeing Matters: Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity). Rewarding Performance: All employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme. Never Stop Learning: Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning. Refer a friend: Receive a financial reward through our referral programme. Tailored Perks: Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more. Flexible working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us about what might be possible for this role. For a full list of our company benefits please visit our website. Leonardo is a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security. Headquartered in Italy, we employ over 53,000 people worldwide including 8,500 across 9 sites in the UK. Our employees are not just part of a team-they are key contributors to shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety. At Leonardo we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace. We believe that a diverse workforce sparks creativity, drives innovation, and leads to better outcomes for our people and our customers. If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the recruitment process, just let us know. Be part of something bigger - apply now! Primary Location: GB - Bristol - Coldharbour Lane Contract Type: Permanent Hybrid Working: Hybrid
Feb 28, 2026
Full time
Overview Job Description: Your impact We are looking for an experienced business executive/leader to fill an exciting and strategic role to provide the leadership and overarching management of the Leonardo Cyber UK MOD business area. Leonardo is a global high-tech company and one of the key players in Aerospace, Defence and Security. This role resides in the UK Cyber & Security Solutions Division which has strength in homeland security, critical national infrastructure and a wide range of Cyber and Digital systems and capabilities. Cyber UK is developing new capabilities and service offerings to compete in a number of campaigns in the next 5 years. This is an exciting and challenging opportunity to lead a primary growth area for Cyber UK. The role presents an opportunity to be responsible for delivering a 5 year business plan; based on the success of these campaigns through the application of effective business leadership, strategy development, business winning, stakeholder management and programme management. A key aspect of this role is to manage and lead the team in a fast paced, evolving environment where the customer is demanding new levels of performance and new approaches to current account and future requirements. There are direct programme management and sales reports under your leadership. In order to make the most of this exciting business leadership and growth opportunity, you will able to demonstrate a strong track record of business development in this domain, coupled with P&L responsibility, stakeholder management and strategic thinking skills. You can be based at any of our state-of-the-art facilities in the UK and can work flexibly with home working option. The role will require UK travel. What you'll do as VP Defence: Deliver and grow the Integrated Business Plan (IBP) for the sector; including revenue, cash, margin and orders Strategy Development and Deployment, supporting the wider Cyber strategy Secure the order intake associated with MOD campaigns Build the skills and capability of the team in line with campaign execution and order intake requirements Launch the resulting programmes through the programme teams, including delivery of the initial phases of customer and business value Inform the development of future capability and future campaigns Provide people leadership to the sector and wider cyber business and role model our People Management Framework Continue to evolve the business units offering in line with customer requirements and our service portfolio and developments in Digital Develop a network of partnerships and collaborative relationships across Industry and key customers to enable the strategy What you'll bring Proven experience as a business leader, Programme Manager or other managerial position in the Cyber domain and/or MOD environment Experience of business winning and being in a key external customer facing role. Detailed understanding of programme and financial controls. Demonstrated ability to influence both internally and externally at all levels. Demonstrated ability to build and maintain effective working relationships both internally and externally. Ability to proactivity manage poor performance and conflict resolution to mitigate detrimental impact to the customer and business objectives. Ability to provide effective delegation, management and coordination of business activities. A transformative thinker with excellent problem solving skills and initiative and the ability to think laterally. Individual and collective training leading the development of both individuals and cohesive teams Management and Integration of strategic partners and subcontractors, understanding of outsourcing, integration and risk sharing This is not an exhaustive list, and we are keen to hear from you even if you might not have experience in all the above. The most important skill is a good attitude and willingness to learn. Security Clearance This role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government's Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, this could include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information and guidance please visit: Why join us At Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work-life balance. Whether you're looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we're here to help you thrive. Time to Recharge: Enjoy generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi-days each year. Secure your Future: Benefit from our award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution. Your Wellbeing Matters: Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity). Rewarding Performance: All employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme. Never Stop Learning: Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning. Refer a friend: Receive a financial reward through our referral programme. Tailored Perks: Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more. Flexible working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us about what might be possible for this role. For a full list of our company benefits please visit our website. Leonardo is a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security. Headquartered in Italy, we employ over 53,000 people worldwide including 8,500 across 9 sites in the UK. Our employees are not just part of a team-they are key contributors to shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety. At Leonardo we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace. We believe that a diverse workforce sparks creativity, drives innovation, and leads to better outcomes for our people and our customers. If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the recruitment process, just let us know. Be part of something bigger - apply now! Primary Location: GB - Bristol - Coldharbour Lane Contract Type: Permanent Hybrid Working: Hybrid
Have experience working in highly regulated environments on complex R&D engineering projects? Take a "it's got to be right first time, every time" to your work? This could be the role for you! Our client is an expanding design business that has recently won several new long term contracts. On the back of this, we're recruiting a Systems Engineer with a complex engineering projects background to be responsible for full system life cycles from defining customer requirements, developing System Specifications, identifying and demonstrating relevant industry standards through to reliability, availability, and maintenance, safety and system disposal. You'll be given the autonomy to progress projects as you see fit managing through a matrix system several design engineers. To suit this role you need to have experience in a tightly regulated industry with exacting regulatory standards (aviation, rail, defence, nuclear, etc.) Systems Engineer - Responsibilities and Stakeholders - Project Manager, Defence, Rail, Automotive, Nuclear, Aerospace Sales and Business Development (and Customer) - to correctly and fully define customer requirements and expectations. Project Management - to provide accurate and timely information to support PM activities. Software Team - to ensure a full and accurate two-way flow of information for specification, testing, integration and validation of the software elements of a system. Hardware Team - to ensure a full and accurate two-way flow of information for specification, testing, integration and validation of the hardware elements of a system. Systems Lead Engineer - to take direction from and provide support to Systems Lead to provide full and timely information as required. System Team to work as part of a larger team in progressing projects, assessing information, receiving guidance and providing constructive feedback to junior members. Product Safety Team - to ensure that Product Safety (and hence Product Acceptance) requirements are fully understood and integrated into requirements, costs and plans. Operations Team - to ensure suitable two-way communication with Ops Team to establish cost estimates, manufacturing processes and other relevant requirements to accurately define the System. Systems Engineer - Skills and Abilities - Project Manager, Defence, Rail, Automotive, Nuclear, Aerospace An engineering qualification. Experience in a project management or systems engineering role within a highly regulated industry (rail; automotive; defence; aerospace; nuclear). An ability to take a top-down approach to systems design taking account of various methodologies. Inter-personal skills, in particular, the ability to work with staff and customers at all levels and generate positive, open relationships. Systems Engineer, Project Manager, Defence, Rail, Automotive, Nuclear, Aerospace If this role could appeal please do apply now!
Feb 27, 2026
Full time
Have experience working in highly regulated environments on complex R&D engineering projects? Take a "it's got to be right first time, every time" to your work? This could be the role for you! Our client is an expanding design business that has recently won several new long term contracts. On the back of this, we're recruiting a Systems Engineer with a complex engineering projects background to be responsible for full system life cycles from defining customer requirements, developing System Specifications, identifying and demonstrating relevant industry standards through to reliability, availability, and maintenance, safety and system disposal. You'll be given the autonomy to progress projects as you see fit managing through a matrix system several design engineers. To suit this role you need to have experience in a tightly regulated industry with exacting regulatory standards (aviation, rail, defence, nuclear, etc.) Systems Engineer - Responsibilities and Stakeholders - Project Manager, Defence, Rail, Automotive, Nuclear, Aerospace Sales and Business Development (and Customer) - to correctly and fully define customer requirements and expectations. Project Management - to provide accurate and timely information to support PM activities. Software Team - to ensure a full and accurate two-way flow of information for specification, testing, integration and validation of the software elements of a system. Hardware Team - to ensure a full and accurate two-way flow of information for specification, testing, integration and validation of the hardware elements of a system. Systems Lead Engineer - to take direction from and provide support to Systems Lead to provide full and timely information as required. System Team to work as part of a larger team in progressing projects, assessing information, receiving guidance and providing constructive feedback to junior members. Product Safety Team - to ensure that Product Safety (and hence Product Acceptance) requirements are fully understood and integrated into requirements, costs and plans. Operations Team - to ensure suitable two-way communication with Ops Team to establish cost estimates, manufacturing processes and other relevant requirements to accurately define the System. Systems Engineer - Skills and Abilities - Project Manager, Defence, Rail, Automotive, Nuclear, Aerospace An engineering qualification. Experience in a project management or systems engineering role within a highly regulated industry (rail; automotive; defence; aerospace; nuclear). An ability to take a top-down approach to systems design taking account of various methodologies. Inter-personal skills, in particular, the ability to work with staff and customers at all levels and generate positive, open relationships. Systems Engineer, Project Manager, Defence, Rail, Automotive, Nuclear, Aerospace If this role could appeal please do apply now!
Redline Group Ltd
Flackwell Heath, Buckinghamshire
Are you an experienced Technical Sales Manager - Interconnect with a strong background in interconnect solutions, connectors, and cable assemblies? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a leading global provider of custom-engineered connector and cable solutions, supporting Aerospace, Defence, Space, Energy, Industrial, and Transport markets. As the Technical Sales Manager - Interconnect, you will play a pivotal role in supporting customer projects from design-in phase through to full lifecycle delivery. Acting as the bridge between engineering teams, procurement, programme managers, and sales, you will develop technically sound, commercially viable interconnect solutions. You will focus on electronic and fibre-optic connectors, cable assemblies, and complete interconnect systems, driving sustainable franchise growth and long-term design wins. Key responsibilities of the Technical Sales Manager - Interconnect job covering the UK: Deliver the full range of ADM interconnect solutions, including connectors, fibre-optics, and cable assemblies. Build and maintain strong relationships with engineering, procurement, and programme teams. Assess customer requirements, identify optimal technical solutions, and advocate effectively. Generate and convert design-in opportunities into design wins. Deliver customer presentations, product introductions, Lunch & Learn sessions, and roadshows. Provide technical sales training to internal and external sales teams. Skills & experience required for the Technical Sales Manager - Interconnect job covering the UK: Extensive experience in technical sales, applications engineering, or design engineering within the interconnect industry. Strong experience with major connector and interconnect manufacturers. Deep understanding of Aerospace, Defence & Military market dynamics. Excellent communication, presentation, negotiation, and organisational skills. Ability to manage multiple design projects simultaneously. To apply for the Technical Sales Manager - Interconnect job, please send your CV and covering to Ben Wiles at (url removed), or for more information contact me on (phone number removed).
Feb 27, 2026
Full time
Are you an experienced Technical Sales Manager - Interconnect with a strong background in interconnect solutions, connectors, and cable assemblies? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a leading global provider of custom-engineered connector and cable solutions, supporting Aerospace, Defence, Space, Energy, Industrial, and Transport markets. As the Technical Sales Manager - Interconnect, you will play a pivotal role in supporting customer projects from design-in phase through to full lifecycle delivery. Acting as the bridge between engineering teams, procurement, programme managers, and sales, you will develop technically sound, commercially viable interconnect solutions. You will focus on electronic and fibre-optic connectors, cable assemblies, and complete interconnect systems, driving sustainable franchise growth and long-term design wins. Key responsibilities of the Technical Sales Manager - Interconnect job covering the UK: Deliver the full range of ADM interconnect solutions, including connectors, fibre-optics, and cable assemblies. Build and maintain strong relationships with engineering, procurement, and programme teams. Assess customer requirements, identify optimal technical solutions, and advocate effectively. Generate and convert design-in opportunities into design wins. Deliver customer presentations, product introductions, Lunch & Learn sessions, and roadshows. Provide technical sales training to internal and external sales teams. Skills & experience required for the Technical Sales Manager - Interconnect job covering the UK: Extensive experience in technical sales, applications engineering, or design engineering within the interconnect industry. Strong experience with major connector and interconnect manufacturers. Deep understanding of Aerospace, Defence & Military market dynamics. Excellent communication, presentation, negotiation, and organisational skills. Ability to manage multiple design projects simultaneously. To apply for the Technical Sales Manager - Interconnect job, please send your CV and covering to Ben Wiles at (url removed), or for more information contact me on (phone number removed).
As our National Sales Manager, you will be leading a team of three Account Managers delivering c£15m of revenue. You ll be a coach, a mentor and client facing. Splitting your time between head office and client meetings, you ll be a commercially driven individual with a proven track record in the aerospace and defence sector. BASIC SALARY: £65,000 - £75,000 BENEFITS: Up to 10,000 - £15,000 Annual Bonus Car Allowance £6,500pa 25 Days Holiday Company quarterly incentive plan c£2,600 per annum 3 x Life Assurance, 5% Pension Contribution LOCATION: Office based 60% of the time (plus client meetings / WFH) Milton Keynes COMMUTABLE LOCATIONS: Northampton, Bedford, Cambridge, Luton, Huntingdon, Leighton Buzzard, Stevenage, St Neots JOB DESCRIPTION: National Sales Manager contract electronics This National Sales Manager role is a strategic leadership role where you will be the driving force behind key relationships with some of the most respected names in UK aerospace and defence sector organisations where precision, process, and performance matter. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: National Sales Manager contract electronics As our National Sales Manager, you will: Lead, coach and inspire a team of 3 direct Account Managers, working closely with support teams to ensure client satisfaction. Oversee and develop major accounts worth c£15m, we are the partner of choice in key areas Work cross-functionally with engineering, operations, and quality to deliver world-class outcomes. Work closely with the Global Sales Director accurately reporting forecasts, budgets and performance. PERSON SPECIFICATION: National Sales Manager contract electronics To be successful in your application, you ll be a people leader, someone who takes pride in developing others, consistently managing the fine balance between customer satisfaction, profit and what s right. The ideal candidate would have experience of the defence sector, electronics and sub-contracting. People Management (Sales, Operations and Production) Managing high value complex, demanding corporate clients with multi-million pound spends (£5m+) The Good to great methodology THE COMPANY: As an integrated partner to the major Aerospace / Defence players, we manufacturer key components for some of the most recognisable brands on the planet. With a global presence we pride ourselves on being a local business who values empathy best practice and world class service INTERESTED? Please click apply. You will receive an acknowledgement of your application. Wallace Hind Selection, alongside our client embrace diversity, champion equality, and foster inclusion to create a work environment where everyone belongs and thrives. Please Note: Wallace Hind Selection have been chosen as the retained recruitment partner of our client and therefore any direct applications to our client from candidates or agencies will be forwarded on to us direct. REF: MH18288, Wallace Hind Selection
Feb 27, 2026
Full time
As our National Sales Manager, you will be leading a team of three Account Managers delivering c£15m of revenue. You ll be a coach, a mentor and client facing. Splitting your time between head office and client meetings, you ll be a commercially driven individual with a proven track record in the aerospace and defence sector. BASIC SALARY: £65,000 - £75,000 BENEFITS: Up to 10,000 - £15,000 Annual Bonus Car Allowance £6,500pa 25 Days Holiday Company quarterly incentive plan c£2,600 per annum 3 x Life Assurance, 5% Pension Contribution LOCATION: Office based 60% of the time (plus client meetings / WFH) Milton Keynes COMMUTABLE LOCATIONS: Northampton, Bedford, Cambridge, Luton, Huntingdon, Leighton Buzzard, Stevenage, St Neots JOB DESCRIPTION: National Sales Manager contract electronics This National Sales Manager role is a strategic leadership role where you will be the driving force behind key relationships with some of the most respected names in UK aerospace and defence sector organisations where precision, process, and performance matter. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: National Sales Manager contract electronics As our National Sales Manager, you will: Lead, coach and inspire a team of 3 direct Account Managers, working closely with support teams to ensure client satisfaction. Oversee and develop major accounts worth c£15m, we are the partner of choice in key areas Work cross-functionally with engineering, operations, and quality to deliver world-class outcomes. Work closely with the Global Sales Director accurately reporting forecasts, budgets and performance. PERSON SPECIFICATION: National Sales Manager contract electronics To be successful in your application, you ll be a people leader, someone who takes pride in developing others, consistently managing the fine balance between customer satisfaction, profit and what s right. The ideal candidate would have experience of the defence sector, electronics and sub-contracting. People Management (Sales, Operations and Production) Managing high value complex, demanding corporate clients with multi-million pound spends (£5m+) The Good to great methodology THE COMPANY: As an integrated partner to the major Aerospace / Defence players, we manufacturer key components for some of the most recognisable brands on the planet. With a global presence we pride ourselves on being a local business who values empathy best practice and world class service INTERESTED? Please click apply. You will receive an acknowledgement of your application. Wallace Hind Selection, alongside our client embrace diversity, champion equality, and foster inclusion to create a work environment where everyone belongs and thrives. Please Note: Wallace Hind Selection have been chosen as the retained recruitment partner of our client and therefore any direct applications to our client from candidates or agencies will be forwarded on to us direct. REF: MH18288, Wallace Hind Selection
Are you ready to take your career to the next level with a role that combines technical expertise, customer engagement, and international travel? This is an exciting opportunity to join a highly specialised engineering company operating in a niche, high-performance market. As a Business Development Manager (BDM), you'll play a pivotal role in driving growth across key global markets while working on cutting-edge projects in aerospace, defence, energy, automotive, and advanced R&D industries. With flexible working arrangements, a competitive salary package, and the chance to represent innovative solutions worldwide, this is a role that promises both personal and professional growth. What You Will Do: - Identify and develop new business opportunities across targeted sectors and regions. - Manage and nurture key customer accounts, building long-term relationships at engineering and management levels. - Collaborate closely with internal engineering and project teams to define customer requirements and propose tailored technical solutions. - Prepare and follow up on commercial offers, tenders, and technical proposals. - Support and coordinate with international agents and partners to expand market reach. - Represent the company at industry exhibitions, conferences, and customer meetings, ensuring a strong presence in the market. What You Will Bring: - Proven experience in B2B business development or technical sales. - A background in engineering, industrial equipment, test systems, or instrumentation. - Strong commercial awareness and negotiation skills, with the ability to manage long sales cycles. - Excellent communication skills, both written and spoken, with the ability to explain complex technical solutions. - A willingness to travel regularly, including UK, European, and occasional long-haul trips. In this role, you'll not only drive growth but also contribute to the company's mission of solving complex engineering challenges through collaboration and innovation. By partnering with some of the world's most advanced organisations, you'll be at the forefront of delivering bespoke solutions that make a tangible difference across industries. Interested?: If you're a motivated and technically minded professional ready to make an impact in a dynamic and growing company, don't miss this opportunity. Apply now to become a Business Development Manager (BDM) and take the first step towards an exciting new chapter in your career! Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency. In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.
Feb 27, 2026
Full time
Are you ready to take your career to the next level with a role that combines technical expertise, customer engagement, and international travel? This is an exciting opportunity to join a highly specialised engineering company operating in a niche, high-performance market. As a Business Development Manager (BDM), you'll play a pivotal role in driving growth across key global markets while working on cutting-edge projects in aerospace, defence, energy, automotive, and advanced R&D industries. With flexible working arrangements, a competitive salary package, and the chance to represent innovative solutions worldwide, this is a role that promises both personal and professional growth. What You Will Do: - Identify and develop new business opportunities across targeted sectors and regions. - Manage and nurture key customer accounts, building long-term relationships at engineering and management levels. - Collaborate closely with internal engineering and project teams to define customer requirements and propose tailored technical solutions. - Prepare and follow up on commercial offers, tenders, and technical proposals. - Support and coordinate with international agents and partners to expand market reach. - Represent the company at industry exhibitions, conferences, and customer meetings, ensuring a strong presence in the market. What You Will Bring: - Proven experience in B2B business development or technical sales. - A background in engineering, industrial equipment, test systems, or instrumentation. - Strong commercial awareness and negotiation skills, with the ability to manage long sales cycles. - Excellent communication skills, both written and spoken, with the ability to explain complex technical solutions. - A willingness to travel regularly, including UK, European, and occasional long-haul trips. In this role, you'll not only drive growth but also contribute to the company's mission of solving complex engineering challenges through collaboration and innovation. By partnering with some of the world's most advanced organisations, you'll be at the forefront of delivering bespoke solutions that make a tangible difference across industries. Interested?: If you're a motivated and technically minded professional ready to make an impact in a dynamic and growing company, don't miss this opportunity. Apply now to become a Business Development Manager (BDM) and take the first step towards an exciting new chapter in your career! Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency. In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.
LORD SEARCH AND SELECTION
Bristol, Gloucestershire
South UK - Home based - Up to 55,000 basic + 15% bonus + BYD Exec Car + Laptop + Mobile + Full Company Training Our retained client is seeking a dynamic, remote home working Business Development Manager to cover the Southern half of the UK . You will be engaging with existing customers across the Robotic, Defence, Packaging, Pharma, Aerospace, Nuclear and Lab and Life Science sectors. The ideal candidate will be passionate about a broad portfolio of design-and-build Mechanical bespoke engineering products and confident working with OEMs and end users, from the boardroom, system integrators ,panel builders to the press shop. This role offers exposure to a diverse range of manufactured pneumatic, robotic, factory automation motion-control products, with the main aim of diversifying the existing portfolio of clients and developing new relationships. Key Responsibilities Engage with OEM machine builders, understand technical requirements, and propose tailored solutions from an extensive product portfolio. Collaborate with the internal sales team and National Sales Manager to develop effective product-promotion strategies. Conduct product demonstrations and presentations to potential clients, including custom solutions. Provide technical support throughout the sales process. Assist in preparing proposals and quotations. Requirements Proven background in Industrial engineering product or solution sales within Aero, Defence, Pharma and Life Sciences. Confident generating new business while managing an existing patch. Familiarity with factory automation. Ability to cover a large geographical territory (overnight stays may be required). Confident presenting technical information to varied audiences. Excellent time management and prioritisation skills. Benefits Bonus scheme BYD company car Company events Company pension Remote / work-from-home flexibility, How to Apply Please submit a detailed CV quoting Job Ref: 10291.
Feb 27, 2026
Full time
South UK - Home based - Up to 55,000 basic + 15% bonus + BYD Exec Car + Laptop + Mobile + Full Company Training Our retained client is seeking a dynamic, remote home working Business Development Manager to cover the Southern half of the UK . You will be engaging with existing customers across the Robotic, Defence, Packaging, Pharma, Aerospace, Nuclear and Lab and Life Science sectors. The ideal candidate will be passionate about a broad portfolio of design-and-build Mechanical bespoke engineering products and confident working with OEMs and end users, from the boardroom, system integrators ,panel builders to the press shop. This role offers exposure to a diverse range of manufactured pneumatic, robotic, factory automation motion-control products, with the main aim of diversifying the existing portfolio of clients and developing new relationships. Key Responsibilities Engage with OEM machine builders, understand technical requirements, and propose tailored solutions from an extensive product portfolio. Collaborate with the internal sales team and National Sales Manager to develop effective product-promotion strategies. Conduct product demonstrations and presentations to potential clients, including custom solutions. Provide technical support throughout the sales process. Assist in preparing proposals and quotations. Requirements Proven background in Industrial engineering product or solution sales within Aero, Defence, Pharma and Life Sciences. Confident generating new business while managing an existing patch. Familiarity with factory automation. Ability to cover a large geographical territory (overnight stays may be required). Confident presenting technical information to varied audiences. Excellent time management and prioritisation skills. Benefits Bonus scheme BYD company car Company events Company pension Remote / work-from-home flexibility, How to Apply Please submit a detailed CV quoting Job Ref: 10291.
As our National Sales Manager, you will be leading a team of three Account Managers delivering c£15m of revenue. You ll be a coach, a mentor and client facing. Splitting your time between head office and client meetings, you ll be a commercially driven individual with a proven track record in the aerospace and defence sector. BASIC SALARY: £65,000 - £75,000 BENEFITS: Up to 10,000 - £15,000 Annual Bonus Car Allowance £6,500pa 25 Days Holiday Company quarterly incentive plan c£2,600 per annum 3 x Life Assurance, 5% Pension Contribution LOCATION: Office based 60% of the time (plus client meetings / WFH) Milton Keynes COMMUTABLE LOCATIONS: Northampton, Bedford, Cambridge, Luton, Huntingdon, Leighton Buzzard, Stevenage, St Neots JOB DESCRIPTION: National Sales Manager contract electronics This National Sales Manager role is a strategic leadership role where you will be the driving force behind key relationships with some of the most respected names in UK aerospace and defence sector organisations where precision, process, and performance matter. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: National Sales Manager contract electronics As our National Sales Manager, you will: Lead, coach and inspire a team of 3 direct Account Managers, working closely with support teams to ensure client satisfaction. Oversee and develop major accounts worth c£15m, we are the partner of choice in key areas Work cross-functionally with engineering, operations, and quality to deliver world-class outcomes. Work closely with the Global Sales Director accurately reporting forecasts, budgets and performance. PERSON SPECIFICATION: National Sales Manager contract electronics To be successful in your application, you ll be a people leader, someone who takes pride in developing others, consistently managing the fine balance between customer satisfaction, profit and what s right. The ideal candidate would have experience of the defence sector, electronics and sub-contracting. People Management (Sales, Operations and Production) Managing high value complex, demanding corporate clients with multi-million pound spends (£5m+) The Good to great methodology THE COMPANY: As an integrated partner to the major Aerospace / Defence players, we manufacturer key components for some of the most recognisable brands on the planet. With a global presence we pride ourselves on being a local business who values empathy best practice and world class service INTERESTED? Please click apply. You will receive an acknowledgement of your application. Wallace Hind Selection, alongside our client embrace diversity, champion equality, and foster inclusion to create a work environment where everyone belongs and thrives. Please Note: Wallace Hind Selection have been chosen as the retained recruitment partner of our client and therefore any direct applications to our client from candidates or agencies will be forwarded on to us direct. REF: MH18288, Wallace Hind Selection
Feb 27, 2026
Full time
As our National Sales Manager, you will be leading a team of three Account Managers delivering c£15m of revenue. You ll be a coach, a mentor and client facing. Splitting your time between head office and client meetings, you ll be a commercially driven individual with a proven track record in the aerospace and defence sector. BASIC SALARY: £65,000 - £75,000 BENEFITS: Up to 10,000 - £15,000 Annual Bonus Car Allowance £6,500pa 25 Days Holiday Company quarterly incentive plan c£2,600 per annum 3 x Life Assurance, 5% Pension Contribution LOCATION: Office based 60% of the time (plus client meetings / WFH) Milton Keynes COMMUTABLE LOCATIONS: Northampton, Bedford, Cambridge, Luton, Huntingdon, Leighton Buzzard, Stevenage, St Neots JOB DESCRIPTION: National Sales Manager contract electronics This National Sales Manager role is a strategic leadership role where you will be the driving force behind key relationships with some of the most respected names in UK aerospace and defence sector organisations where precision, process, and performance matter. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: National Sales Manager contract electronics As our National Sales Manager, you will: Lead, coach and inspire a team of 3 direct Account Managers, working closely with support teams to ensure client satisfaction. Oversee and develop major accounts worth c£15m, we are the partner of choice in key areas Work cross-functionally with engineering, operations, and quality to deliver world-class outcomes. Work closely with the Global Sales Director accurately reporting forecasts, budgets and performance. PERSON SPECIFICATION: National Sales Manager contract electronics To be successful in your application, you ll be a people leader, someone who takes pride in developing others, consistently managing the fine balance between customer satisfaction, profit and what s right. The ideal candidate would have experience of the defence sector, electronics and sub-contracting. People Management (Sales, Operations and Production) Managing high value complex, demanding corporate clients with multi-million pound spends (£5m+) The Good to great methodology THE COMPANY: As an integrated partner to the major Aerospace / Defence players, we manufacturer key components for some of the most recognisable brands on the planet. With a global presence we pride ourselves on being a local business who values empathy best practice and world class service INTERESTED? Please click apply. You will receive an acknowledgement of your application. Wallace Hind Selection, alongside our client embrace diversity, champion equality, and foster inclusion to create a work environment where everyone belongs and thrives. Please Note: Wallace Hind Selection have been chosen as the retained recruitment partner of our client and therefore any direct applications to our client from candidates or agencies will be forwarded on to us direct. REF: MH18288, Wallace Hind Selection
As our National Sales Manager, you will be leading a team of three Account Managers delivering c£15m of revenue. You ll be a coach, a mentor and client facing. Splitting your time between head office and client meetings, you ll be a commercially driven individual with a proven track record in the aerospace and defence sector. BASIC SALARY: £65,000 - £75,000 BENEFITS: Up to 10,000 - £15,000 Annual Bonus Car Allowance £6,500pa 25 Days Holiday Company quarterly incentive plan c£2,600 per annum 3 x Life Assurance, 5% Pension Contribution LOCATION: Office based 60% of the time (plus client meetings / WFH) Milton Keynes COMMUTABLE LOCATIONS: Northampton, Bedford, Cambridge, Luton, Huntingdon, Leighton Buzzard, Stevenage, St Neots JOB DESCRIPTION: National Sales Manager contract electronics This National Sales Manager role is a strategic leadership role where you will be the driving force behind key relationships with some of the most respected names in UK aerospace and defence sector organisations where precision, process, and performance matter. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: National Sales Manager contract electronics As our National Sales Manager, you will: Lead, coach and inspire a team of 3 direct Account Managers, working closely with support teams to ensure client satisfaction. Oversee and develop major accounts worth c£15m, we are the partner of choice in key areas Work cross-functionally with engineering, operations, and quality to deliver world-class outcomes. Work closely with the Global Sales Director accurately reporting forecasts, budgets and performance. PERSON SPECIFICATION: National Sales Manager contract electronics To be successful in your application, you ll be a people leader, someone who takes pride in developing others, consistently managing the fine balance between customer satisfaction, profit and what s right. The ideal candidate would have experience of the defence sector, electronics and sub-contracting. People Management (Sales, Operations and Production) Managing high value complex, demanding corporate clients with multi-million pound spends (£5m+) The Good to great methodology THE COMPANY: As an integrated partner to the major Aerospace / Defence players, we manufacturer key components for some of the most recognisable brands on the planet. With a global presence we pride ourselves on being a local business who values empathy best practice and world class service INTERESTED? Please click apply. You will receive an acknowledgement of your application. Wallace Hind Selection, alongside our client embrace diversity, champion equality, and foster inclusion to create a work environment where everyone belongs and thrives. Please Note: Wallace Hind Selection have been chosen as the retained recruitment partner of our client and therefore any direct applications to our client from candidates or agencies will be forwarded on to us direct. REF: MH18288, Wallace Hind Selection
Feb 27, 2026
Full time
As our National Sales Manager, you will be leading a team of three Account Managers delivering c£15m of revenue. You ll be a coach, a mentor and client facing. Splitting your time between head office and client meetings, you ll be a commercially driven individual with a proven track record in the aerospace and defence sector. BASIC SALARY: £65,000 - £75,000 BENEFITS: Up to 10,000 - £15,000 Annual Bonus Car Allowance £6,500pa 25 Days Holiday Company quarterly incentive plan c£2,600 per annum 3 x Life Assurance, 5% Pension Contribution LOCATION: Office based 60% of the time (plus client meetings / WFH) Milton Keynes COMMUTABLE LOCATIONS: Northampton, Bedford, Cambridge, Luton, Huntingdon, Leighton Buzzard, Stevenage, St Neots JOB DESCRIPTION: National Sales Manager contract electronics This National Sales Manager role is a strategic leadership role where you will be the driving force behind key relationships with some of the most respected names in UK aerospace and defence sector organisations where precision, process, and performance matter. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: National Sales Manager contract electronics As our National Sales Manager, you will: Lead, coach and inspire a team of 3 direct Account Managers, working closely with support teams to ensure client satisfaction. Oversee and develop major accounts worth c£15m, we are the partner of choice in key areas Work cross-functionally with engineering, operations, and quality to deliver world-class outcomes. Work closely with the Global Sales Director accurately reporting forecasts, budgets and performance. PERSON SPECIFICATION: National Sales Manager contract electronics To be successful in your application, you ll be a people leader, someone who takes pride in developing others, consistently managing the fine balance between customer satisfaction, profit and what s right. The ideal candidate would have experience of the defence sector, electronics and sub-contracting. People Management (Sales, Operations and Production) Managing high value complex, demanding corporate clients with multi-million pound spends (£5m+) The Good to great methodology THE COMPANY: As an integrated partner to the major Aerospace / Defence players, we manufacturer key components for some of the most recognisable brands on the planet. With a global presence we pride ourselves on being a local business who values empathy best practice and world class service INTERESTED? Please click apply. You will receive an acknowledgement of your application. Wallace Hind Selection, alongside our client embrace diversity, champion equality, and foster inclusion to create a work environment where everyone belongs and thrives. Please Note: Wallace Hind Selection have been chosen as the retained recruitment partner of our client and therefore any direct applications to our client from candidates or agencies will be forwarded on to us direct. REF: MH18288, Wallace Hind Selection
Wallace Hind Selection LTD
Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
As our National Sales Manager, you will be leading a team of three Account Managers delivering c£15m of revenue. You ll be a coach, a mentor and client facing. Splitting your time between head office and client meetings, you ll be a commercially driven individual with a proven track record in the aerospace and defence sector. BASIC SALARY: £65,000 - £75,000 BENEFITS: Up to 10,000 - £15,000 Annual Bonus Car Allowance £6,500pa 25 Days Holiday Company quarterly incentive plan c£2,600 per annum 3 x Life Assurance, 5% Pension Contribution LOCATION: Office based 60% of the time (plus client meetings / WFH) Milton Keynes COMMUTABLE LOCATIONS: Northampton, Bedford, Cambridge, Luton, Huntingdon, Leighton Buzzard, Stevenage, St Neots JOB DESCRIPTION: National Sales Manager contract electronics This National Sales Manager role is a strategic leadership role where you will be the driving force behind key relationships with some of the most respected names in UK aerospace and defence sector organisations where precision, process, and performance matter. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: National Sales Manager contract electronics As our National Sales Manager, you will: Lead, coach and inspire a team of 3 direct Account Managers, working closely with support teams to ensure client satisfaction. Oversee and develop major accounts worth c£15m, we are the partner of choice in key areas Work cross-functionally with engineering, operations, and quality to deliver world-class outcomes. Work closely with the Global Sales Director accurately reporting forecasts, budgets and performance. PERSON SPECIFICATION: National Sales Manager contract electronics To be successful in your application, you ll be a people leader, someone who takes pride in developing others, consistently managing the fine balance between customer satisfaction, profit and what s right. The ideal candidate would have experience of the defence sector, electronics and sub-contracting. People Management (Sales, Operations and Production) Managing high value complex, demanding corporate clients with multi-million pound spends (£5m+) The Good to great methodology THE COMPANY: As an integrated partner to the major Aerospace / Defence players, we manufacturer key components for some of the most recognisable brands on the planet. With a global presence we pride ourselves on being a local business who values empathy best practice and world class service INTERESTED? Please click apply. You will receive an acknowledgement of your application. Wallace Hind Selection, alongside our client embrace diversity, champion equality, and foster inclusion to create a work environment where everyone belongs and thrives. Please Note: Wallace Hind Selection have been chosen as the retained recruitment partner of our client and therefore any direct applications to our client from candidates or agencies will be forwarded on to us direct. REF: MH18288, Wallace Hind Selection
Feb 27, 2026
Full time
As our National Sales Manager, you will be leading a team of three Account Managers delivering c£15m of revenue. You ll be a coach, a mentor and client facing. Splitting your time between head office and client meetings, you ll be a commercially driven individual with a proven track record in the aerospace and defence sector. BASIC SALARY: £65,000 - £75,000 BENEFITS: Up to 10,000 - £15,000 Annual Bonus Car Allowance £6,500pa 25 Days Holiday Company quarterly incentive plan c£2,600 per annum 3 x Life Assurance, 5% Pension Contribution LOCATION: Office based 60% of the time (plus client meetings / WFH) Milton Keynes COMMUTABLE LOCATIONS: Northampton, Bedford, Cambridge, Luton, Huntingdon, Leighton Buzzard, Stevenage, St Neots JOB DESCRIPTION: National Sales Manager contract electronics This National Sales Manager role is a strategic leadership role where you will be the driving force behind key relationships with some of the most respected names in UK aerospace and defence sector organisations where precision, process, and performance matter. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: National Sales Manager contract electronics As our National Sales Manager, you will: Lead, coach and inspire a team of 3 direct Account Managers, working closely with support teams to ensure client satisfaction. Oversee and develop major accounts worth c£15m, we are the partner of choice in key areas Work cross-functionally with engineering, operations, and quality to deliver world-class outcomes. Work closely with the Global Sales Director accurately reporting forecasts, budgets and performance. PERSON SPECIFICATION: National Sales Manager contract electronics To be successful in your application, you ll be a people leader, someone who takes pride in developing others, consistently managing the fine balance between customer satisfaction, profit and what s right. The ideal candidate would have experience of the defence sector, electronics and sub-contracting. People Management (Sales, Operations and Production) Managing high value complex, demanding corporate clients with multi-million pound spends (£5m+) The Good to great methodology THE COMPANY: As an integrated partner to the major Aerospace / Defence players, we manufacturer key components for some of the most recognisable brands on the planet. With a global presence we pride ourselves on being a local business who values empathy best practice and world class service INTERESTED? Please click apply. You will receive an acknowledgement of your application. Wallace Hind Selection, alongside our client embrace diversity, champion equality, and foster inclusion to create a work environment where everyone belongs and thrives. Please Note: Wallace Hind Selection have been chosen as the retained recruitment partner of our client and therefore any direct applications to our client from candidates or agencies will be forwarded on to us direct. REF: MH18288, Wallace Hind Selection
Wallace Hind Selection LTD
Northampton, Northamptonshire
As our National Sales Manager, you will be leading a team of three Account Managers delivering c£15m of revenue. You ll be a coach, a mentor and client facing. Splitting your time between head office and client meetings, you ll be a commercially driven individual with a proven track record in the aerospace and defence sector. BASIC SALARY: £65,000 - £75,000 BENEFITS: Up to 10,000 - £15,000 Annual Bonus Car Allowance £6,500pa 25 Days Holiday Company quarterly incentive plan c£2,600 per annum 3 x Life Assurance, 5% Pension Contribution LOCATION: Office based 60% of the time (plus client meetings / WFH) Milton Keynes COMMUTABLE LOCATIONS: Northampton, Bedford, Cambridge, Luton, Huntingdon, Leighton Buzzard, Stevenage, St Neots JOB DESCRIPTION: National Sales Manager contract electronics This National Sales Manager role is a strategic leadership role where you will be the driving force behind key relationships with some of the most respected names in UK aerospace and defence sector organisations where precision, process, and performance matter. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: National Sales Manager contract electronics As our National Sales Manager, you will: Lead, coach and inspire a team of 3 direct Account Managers, working closely with support teams to ensure client satisfaction. Oversee and develop major accounts worth c£15m, we are the partner of choice in key areas Work cross-functionally with engineering, operations, and quality to deliver world-class outcomes. Work closely with the Global Sales Director accurately reporting forecasts, budgets and performance. PERSON SPECIFICATION: National Sales Manager contract electronics To be successful in your application, you ll be a people leader, someone who takes pride in developing others, consistently managing the fine balance between customer satisfaction, profit and what s right. The ideal candidate would have experience of the defence sector, electronics and sub-contracting. People Management (Sales, Operations and Production) Managing high value complex, demanding corporate clients with multi-million pound spends (£5m+) The Good to great methodology THE COMPANY: As an integrated partner to the major Aerospace / Defence players, we manufacturer key components for some of the most recognisable brands on the planet. With a global presence we pride ourselves on being a local business who values empathy best practice and world class service INTERESTED? Please click apply. You will receive an acknowledgement of your application. Wallace Hind Selection, alongside our client embrace diversity, champion equality, and foster inclusion to create a work environment where everyone belongs and thrives. Please Note: Wallace Hind Selection have been chosen as the retained recruitment partner of our client and therefore any direct applications to our client from candidates or agencies will be forwarded on to us direct. REF: MH18288, Wallace Hind Selection
Feb 27, 2026
Full time
As our National Sales Manager, you will be leading a team of three Account Managers delivering c£15m of revenue. You ll be a coach, a mentor and client facing. Splitting your time between head office and client meetings, you ll be a commercially driven individual with a proven track record in the aerospace and defence sector. BASIC SALARY: £65,000 - £75,000 BENEFITS: Up to 10,000 - £15,000 Annual Bonus Car Allowance £6,500pa 25 Days Holiday Company quarterly incentive plan c£2,600 per annum 3 x Life Assurance, 5% Pension Contribution LOCATION: Office based 60% of the time (plus client meetings / WFH) Milton Keynes COMMUTABLE LOCATIONS: Northampton, Bedford, Cambridge, Luton, Huntingdon, Leighton Buzzard, Stevenage, St Neots JOB DESCRIPTION: National Sales Manager contract electronics This National Sales Manager role is a strategic leadership role where you will be the driving force behind key relationships with some of the most respected names in UK aerospace and defence sector organisations where precision, process, and performance matter. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: National Sales Manager contract electronics As our National Sales Manager, you will: Lead, coach and inspire a team of 3 direct Account Managers, working closely with support teams to ensure client satisfaction. Oversee and develop major accounts worth c£15m, we are the partner of choice in key areas Work cross-functionally with engineering, operations, and quality to deliver world-class outcomes. Work closely with the Global Sales Director accurately reporting forecasts, budgets and performance. PERSON SPECIFICATION: National Sales Manager contract electronics To be successful in your application, you ll be a people leader, someone who takes pride in developing others, consistently managing the fine balance between customer satisfaction, profit and what s right. The ideal candidate would have experience of the defence sector, electronics and sub-contracting. People Management (Sales, Operations and Production) Managing high value complex, demanding corporate clients with multi-million pound spends (£5m+) The Good to great methodology THE COMPANY: As an integrated partner to the major Aerospace / Defence players, we manufacturer key components for some of the most recognisable brands on the planet. With a global presence we pride ourselves on being a local business who values empathy best practice and world class service INTERESTED? Please click apply. You will receive an acknowledgement of your application. Wallace Hind Selection, alongside our client embrace diversity, champion equality, and foster inclusion to create a work environment where everyone belongs and thrives. Please Note: Wallace Hind Selection have been chosen as the retained recruitment partner of our client and therefore any direct applications to our client from candidates or agencies will be forwarded on to us direct. REF: MH18288, Wallace Hind Selection
Job Reference: SCSS-DSM-AD-0126 Job title: Defence Sales Manager Location: Hybrid (Office in Bedford) Role type: This is a permanent position About us At Hybrid Air Vehicles, we are driven by a single purpose: to Rethink the Skies. We connect the unconnected and offer sustainable solutions to the challenges facing the modern world. Joining our team means contributing to an innovative, values-driven organisation while learning, growing, and helping shape the future of aviation. The opportunity: The Defence Sales Manager role is a unique opportunity to support our growth and expansion. This is a hands-on, delivery focused role, - you will manage and progress sales activity in the defence and security sectors in markets including the UK, EU and US, maintaining and developing relationships, progressing commercial agreements across a range of customers. Due to the nature of the role, applicants selected for interview must be eligible to obtain and hold appropriate UK security clearance, if required. A full job description is available on request (and will also be provided to applicants invited to interview) What you will be doing: Drawing upon your knowledge of working in aerospace, defence or government contracting markets, you will coordinate and lead sales activities and develop a disciplined, structured and repeatable approach to campaign management. Key responsibilities include: Manage Defence sales activity: Oversee daily sales activities in the UK, EU and US defence markets, progressing opportunities from initial enquiry through to contract closure, while supporting and coordinating with geographically dispersed sales personnel. Sales enquiries and CRM stewardship: Maintain accurate records of defence sales opportunities in the CRM system, categorising and prioritising them appropriately. Act as the custodian of defence related sales data to support reporting, pipeline management, and team collaboration. Internal collaboration: Work closely with the Marketing team on campaign planning, coordination and CRM management updates. Coordinate with internal teams to identify and attend defence and security-focused events, exhibitions and trade shows that are likely to generate leads or strengthen existing relationships. Customer account management: Maintain regular engagement with new and existing defence and security customers, building strong, value-driven relationships and supporting repeat business. Feedback and continuous improvement: Document and act upon defence customer and market feedback to support product development, enhancement or refinement and commercial success. Your skills and experience (Essential): We are looking for a Sales Manager who can demonstrate: Ability to coordinate the full sales process, using a CRM to maintain and develop sales pipelines, applying lead generation and qualification methodologies to support consistent progress. Strong communication and organisation skills with the ability to translate detailed technical or product information into clear, engaging discussions with defence and security customers. Experience in supporting or undertaking people management, or willingness to develop in a line management capacity. Experience contributing to end-to-end sales processes, including pipeline development, opportunity qualification and tracking, contract negotiation, and contract progression. Familiarity with working within structured sales methodologies and campaign-based sales processes. Evidence of continuous professional development relevant to sales, business development, defence, security or aviation. About the successful Sales Manager: You are a commercially focused professional with experience managing complex and detailed sales environments. You are comfortable working within structured sales processes and will evaluate, prioritise and progress opportunities to ensure resources are focused on high-value prospects that have the greatest impact on business growth. You work collaboratively across teams and bring a strong commitment to upholding organisational values while contributing directly to commercial growth. Benefits - What s in it for you? As a values-driven, people-focused team, we provide a competitive salary informed by leading industry benchmarks, complemented by a thoughtfully designed benefits package that prioritises employee wellbeing and work-life balance. Our people receive a generous holiday allowance and work shorter Fridays. With hybrid working and flexibility choices available, you will be able to manage your schedule in a way that supports both personal and professional needs. Our Pension and Life Assurance schemes support financial security. We also provide mental, emotional and physical wellbeing support, including an Employee Assistance Programme, a leading private medical Insurance scheme and a health cash plan. Equal opportunities: We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. We believe we have a role to play in building not only sustainable aircraft, but a sustainable talent environment that enables us to deliver positive impact at scale. If you need reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know we ll do our best to support you. We are also recruiting for a Commercial Sales Manager at Hybrid Air Vehicles Limited. For further details, please visit the HAV website.
Feb 27, 2026
Full time
Job Reference: SCSS-DSM-AD-0126 Job title: Defence Sales Manager Location: Hybrid (Office in Bedford) Role type: This is a permanent position About us At Hybrid Air Vehicles, we are driven by a single purpose: to Rethink the Skies. We connect the unconnected and offer sustainable solutions to the challenges facing the modern world. Joining our team means contributing to an innovative, values-driven organisation while learning, growing, and helping shape the future of aviation. The opportunity: The Defence Sales Manager role is a unique opportunity to support our growth and expansion. This is a hands-on, delivery focused role, - you will manage and progress sales activity in the defence and security sectors in markets including the UK, EU and US, maintaining and developing relationships, progressing commercial agreements across a range of customers. Due to the nature of the role, applicants selected for interview must be eligible to obtain and hold appropriate UK security clearance, if required. A full job description is available on request (and will also be provided to applicants invited to interview) What you will be doing: Drawing upon your knowledge of working in aerospace, defence or government contracting markets, you will coordinate and lead sales activities and develop a disciplined, structured and repeatable approach to campaign management. Key responsibilities include: Manage Defence sales activity: Oversee daily sales activities in the UK, EU and US defence markets, progressing opportunities from initial enquiry through to contract closure, while supporting and coordinating with geographically dispersed sales personnel. Sales enquiries and CRM stewardship: Maintain accurate records of defence sales opportunities in the CRM system, categorising and prioritising them appropriately. Act as the custodian of defence related sales data to support reporting, pipeline management, and team collaboration. Internal collaboration: Work closely with the Marketing team on campaign planning, coordination and CRM management updates. Coordinate with internal teams to identify and attend defence and security-focused events, exhibitions and trade shows that are likely to generate leads or strengthen existing relationships. Customer account management: Maintain regular engagement with new and existing defence and security customers, building strong, value-driven relationships and supporting repeat business. Feedback and continuous improvement: Document and act upon defence customer and market feedback to support product development, enhancement or refinement and commercial success. Your skills and experience (Essential): We are looking for a Sales Manager who can demonstrate: Ability to coordinate the full sales process, using a CRM to maintain and develop sales pipelines, applying lead generation and qualification methodologies to support consistent progress. Strong communication and organisation skills with the ability to translate detailed technical or product information into clear, engaging discussions with defence and security customers. Experience in supporting or undertaking people management, or willingness to develop in a line management capacity. Experience contributing to end-to-end sales processes, including pipeline development, opportunity qualification and tracking, contract negotiation, and contract progression. Familiarity with working within structured sales methodologies and campaign-based sales processes. Evidence of continuous professional development relevant to sales, business development, defence, security or aviation. About the successful Sales Manager: You are a commercially focused professional with experience managing complex and detailed sales environments. You are comfortable working within structured sales processes and will evaluate, prioritise and progress opportunities to ensure resources are focused on high-value prospects that have the greatest impact on business growth. You work collaboratively across teams and bring a strong commitment to upholding organisational values while contributing directly to commercial growth. Benefits - What s in it for you? As a values-driven, people-focused team, we provide a competitive salary informed by leading industry benchmarks, complemented by a thoughtfully designed benefits package that prioritises employee wellbeing and work-life balance. Our people receive a generous holiday allowance and work shorter Fridays. With hybrid working and flexibility choices available, you will be able to manage your schedule in a way that supports both personal and professional needs. Our Pension and Life Assurance schemes support financial security. We also provide mental, emotional and physical wellbeing support, including an Employee Assistance Programme, a leading private medical Insurance scheme and a health cash plan. Equal opportunities: We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. We believe we have a role to play in building not only sustainable aircraft, but a sustainable talent environment that enables us to deliver positive impact at scale. If you need reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know we ll do our best to support you. We are also recruiting for a Commercial Sales Manager at Hybrid Air Vehicles Limited. For further details, please visit the HAV website.
