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Senior Sales Engineer - Aviation & Test Systems

Northwest Talent Solutions LLC, Indianapolis, IN, United States


Senior Sales Engineer – Aviation & Test Systems Indianapolis, IN (Hybrid Travel Role | ~30–40% Travel)

A leading global engineering and test systems organization is seeking a Senior Sales Engineer to drive growth across the aviation and aerospace sector . This role sits at the intersection of technical expertise and strategic sales , supporting major OEM relationships and expanding market share across North America.

This is a high-impact, customer-facing role with visibility into cutting‑edge aviation test systems, simulation, and engineered solutions .

Why This Role Stands Out:

Direct engagement with top aerospace OEMs and industry leaders

Ownership of high‑value, long‑cycle technical sales

Opportunity to influence future aviation testing and engineering solutions

Strong internal collaboration with global engineering and product teams

High autonomy with entrepreneurial ownership of territory and pipeline

What You’ll Do:

Serve as a trusted advisor to aerospace customers, building long‑term partnerships

Drive new business development and account growth across aviation clients

Lead the full sales lifecycle : discovery, solution design, proposal, negotiation, and close

Translate complex technical requirements into tailored solutions

Collaborate with engineering, product, and global teams to deliver high‑impact outcomes

Maintain and grow a strong pipeline of capital equipment/test system opportunities

What You Bring:

5–7+ years of experience in technical sales, engineering, or test systems

Background in aerospace, defense, or aviation environments

Experience working with or selling into OEMs or complex engineering organizations

Ability to navigate long sales cycles and high‑value CAPEX solutions

Strong communication, relationship‑building, and influencing skills

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field (Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, etc.)

Preferred Experience:

Aviation component testing or simulation

Capital equipment or engineered systems sales

Exposure to ITAR/EAR, FAR/DFARS, or regulated environments

Military or hands‑on technical experience highly valued

Compensation & Benefits:

Base salary: $110K–$120K

Comprehensive benefits package

Relocation support available for top candidates

Confidential search. Qualified candidates will be contacted directly with full details.

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