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RBC Bearings Incorporated (NYSE: RBC) is a leading international manufacturer of highly engineered precision bearings, components and essential systems for the industrial, defense and aerospace industries.  Founded in 1919, the Company is primarily focused on producing highly technical and/or regulated bearing products and components requiring sophisticated design, testing and manufacturing capabilities for the diversified industrial, aerospace and defense markets.  We currently have 60 facilities, of which 43 are manufacturing facilities in ten countries and our market capitalization is approximately $14.5 billion.

JOB TITLE/LOCATION:

Sales Development Associate – Aerospace/Oxford, CT

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Sales Development Associate role is designed for recent college graduates and earlycareer professionals seeking a longterm career in Aerospace sales. Through RBC’s comprehensive multi- year Development Program, associates build a strong foundation in technical and engineering, product, and operational knowledge by working directly within key functional areas. During these structured multi-year development experiences, participants gain handson experience with RBC’s products, manufacturing processes, and internal workflows while supporting real customer needs through technical problem solving and service coordination.

This immersive, crossfunctional exposure equips associates with a deep understanding of how products are engineered, produced, and applied in the field. By bridging technical teams and customer-facing functions, the program develops the critical product expertise, commercial acumen, and practical experience needed to become a highly effective Outside Sales Engineer and contribute as part of RBC’s worldclass Aerospace sales team.

The multi-year development program curriculum will integrate a balanced mix of internal and external learning opportunities, selfdirected training, collaborative coaching, and handson project work to ensure comprehensive career development and equips associates with both practical skills and core competencies essential to success.

CAREER DEVELOPMENT AND KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Build a foundational understanding of RBC’s product management workflow and Product Lifecycle Management.
• Build comprehensive knowledge of RBC’s full product portfolio, specialty products, and each division’s major products and applications.
• Learn RBC’s market research, data analysis, and insightgeneration methodologies.
• Gain foundational knowledge of pricing strategies, negotiation techniques, and account management principles.
• Develop datadriven proposals, research, and trend analysis to support product strategy, market positioning, audits, and customer inquiries.
• Gain crossfunctional exposure to supply chain, purchasing, quality, inventory control, planning, application engineering, machining, testing, automation, and tooling.
• Manage servicerelated issues to reinforce customer trust and establish credibility as a trusted technical advisor.
• Apply operational and technical knowledge to support customer requirements and product strategies.
• Serve as a liaison between technical teams and customerfacing functions, bridging engineering expertise with sales responsibilities.
• Develop a clear understanding of endtoend manufacturing processes, nextlevel assemblies, and internal operational capabilities.
• Develop technical and troubleshooting competency through direct customer interaction and application support.
• Provide actionable feedback to internal departments to improve products, processes, and overall customer experience.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Associate’s degree or higher in Business, Communications, Marketing, Engineering, or related field.
• Coursework or exposure in communications, sales, or marketing preferred.
• Familiarity with technical sales or mechanical/engineering concepts is a plus.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent residency required due to ITAR/EAR compliance. 

We offer competitive compensation and excellent benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision insurance and company matched 401k plan.

RBC Bearings is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.