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Janicki Industries

Sales Engineer - All Levels

Janicki Industries, Sedro-Woolley, Washington, United States

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Janicki Industries is an innovative, family‑owned aerospace company located at the foot of the Cascades. We focus on engineering and manufacturing complex projects for companies in the aerospace, defense, and space industries.

We are looking for a Sales Engineer to join our growing team.

This position is located on-site in Sedro‑Woolley, Washington State.

POSITION DESCRIPTION Sales Engineers are responsible for capturing and growing Janicki’s project base by working directly with customers to understand requirements, prepare cost estimates, and author technical proposals. This role is external‑facing and requires strong cross‑functional collaboration across Engineering, Program Management, and Operations. Sales Engineers manage proposal development, pricing, and contract scope, and are expected to work well under pressure and tight deadlines.

The following essential job functions are performed as a

Sales Engineer :

Develops and submits technical proposals; interfaces with customers throughout the contract lifecycle

Manages change orders, scope increases, pricing negotiations, and requirement applicability

Performs complex aerospace manufacturing estimating activities, often with limited information

Analyzes 3D geometry, drawings, specifications, RFQs, and Statements of Work

Provides initial cost and schedule risk assessments and reviews with leadership prior to submittal

Collaborates with internal teams to determine material, labor, and equipment requirements

Reviews historical project costs and actuals to inform current bid efforts

Develops cost calculators and estimating templates for future proposals

Conducts special studies to establish standard time and cost data

Maintains and expands the customer sales pipeline database, including pricing revisions for forecasting

Represents Janicki at customer visits and industry tradeshows

Demonstrates cooperative behavior with colleagues, supervisors, and customers

Maintains good attendance and punctuality as a condition of employment

Performs other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

Due to our ITAR and EAR regulations, applicants must be a US Citizen or of Legal Permanent Resident Status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b (a) (3).

This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). Janicki will assist with gaining this access once employed. Special Access Program or other Government Access Requirements are mandatory for this position and requires candidate agreed to enter a Continuous Evaluation program.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent required

Active Secret‑level clearance required

Experience in manufacturing environments and cost/schedule estimating principles

Proficiency in English verbal and written communication

Familiarity with aerospace processes and terminology

Experience with SAP or other ERP systems

Proficiency with 3D CAD software (CATIA, NX, etc.)

Ability to evaluate technical drawings and apply basic GD&T knowledge

Advanced Excel skills for proposal development and presentation

Experience supporting projects from bid through delivery

Minimum requirement for all positions is a high school diploma or GED

Must have effective verbal and written communication skills in the English language

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Salary range for this role is between

$83,000 - $145,000 , plus discretionary bonus, 401(k) matching, vacation, and health benefits. Employees can also receive additional pay for off‑shifts. The range provided is Janicki’s estimate of the base compensation for this role. Actual amount offered will be based on job‑related and non‑discriminatory factors such as experience, location, education, training, skills, and abilities

BENEFITS

Medical, dental, and vision insurance with employer contribution

Disability insurance as well as Life/AD&D insurance

HSA (Health Savings Account) with employer contribution and FSA (Flexible Savings Account)

401k with employer matching

Paid time off and paid holidays (including two floating holidays)

Education reimbursement program

Several shift options

Premium pay for off‑shifts

Not sure that you’ll be the perfect fit for this role? You should still apply! We’ll review your application for other opportunities. We are always on the lookout for talented people!

Janicki Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Janicki Industries does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, marital or familial status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, age, retaliation, veteran/military service status, or any other legally protected status. Janicki is proud to be a military friendly employer.

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As a federal government contractor and a recipient of federal funding, Janicki is required to abide by federal drug testing requirements (including preemployment drug testing for cannabis). Additionally, because of Janicki’s work on aerospace products and the high volume of safety sensitive positions, Janicki takes the safety of its employees very seriously and requires that employees pass a preemployment drug test prior to starting employment.

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