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Cincy Main Street United

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Events Sales Executive

Cincinnati, OH · On-site

$45K - $75K/yr

Make Forward Midwest -- regional professional services & defense contracting conference (Butler ... an entry-level sales role * Prior event sales experience a strong plus * New business sales ...

Prosync

Contracts Management Analyst I

Crane, IN · On-site

$69K - $83K/yr

ProSync Technology Group, LLC (ProSync) is an award-winning, SDVOSB Defense Contracting company ... RESPONSIBILITIES The Contracts Management Analyst I provides entry-level contract support ...

Prosync

Contracts Management Analyst I

Crane, IN · On-site

$69K - $83K/yr

ProSync Technology Group, LLC (ProSync) is an award-winning, SDVOSB Defense Contracting company ... RESPONSIBILITIES The Contracts Management Analyst I provides entrylevel contract support, assisting ...

Sparton Corporation

Sparton is an innovative defense contractor headquartered in DeLeon Springs, Florida, with a rich heritage dating back to 1900. Renowned for our exceptional manufacturing capabilities, we specialize ...

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Core One

Security Associate

Sterling, VA · On-site

$60K - $65K/yr

Working under the direction of the Senior Facility Security Officer (FSO), this entry level ... defense contractor. The Security Associate will maintain security records, coordinate ...

Core One

Security Associate

Sterling, VA · On-site

$60K - $65K/yr

Working under the direction of the Senior Facility Security Officer (FSO), this entry level ... defense contractor. The Security Associate will maintain security records, coordinate ...

Sparton Corporation

$66K - $85K/yr

Sparton is an innovative defense contractor headquartered in DeLeon Springs, Florida, with a rich ... entry-level role * Basic knowledge of Lean Six-Sigma preferred Skills and Abilities * Ability to ...

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Kratos Defense

Test Engineer

Odon, IN

The Entry Level Test Engineer will support system integration, basic testing, and verification ... Coordinate with contractors, sub-contractors, experiment and project teams to facilitate the ...

Kratos Defense

Test Engineer

Odon, IN · On-site

The Entry Level Test Engineer will support system integration, basic testing, and verification ... Coordinate with contractors, sub-contractors, experiment and project teams to facilitate the ...

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As of Aug 16, 2026, the average yearly pay for entry level defense contractor in the United States is $47,831.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $40,500.00 and $52,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an entry level defense contractor?

An Entry Level Defense Contractor job involves working for a private company that provides goods or services to the military and government defense agencies. These roles can vary widely, including engineering, cybersecurity, logistics, and project management. Typically, entry-level positions require a relevant degree or technical skills, along with the ability to obtain security clearance if needed. Responsibilities may include assisting with research, supporting senior team members, and ensuring compliance with government regulations. It’s a great starting point for those looking to build a career in the defense industry.

What does an entry level defense contractor do?

As an Entry Level Defense Contractor, your daily responsibilities might include assisting with project documentation, analyzing data, supporting senior team members in proposal preparation, and ensuring compliance with defense regulations. You'll often collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, such as engineers, analysts, and project managers, to help execute specific project tasks. Many roles involve a balance of desk work and occasional meetings or briefings to discuss project progress and requirements. This position offers valuable exposure to complex national security projects and allows you to build technical and collaborative skills that are highly regarded across the industry.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the entry level defense contractor position?

To thrive as an Entry Level Defense Contractor, you generally need a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as engineering, computer science, or business, along with strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Familiarity with industry-specific tools such as project management software, technical documentation platforms, and sometimes security clearance processes is often required. Strong attention to detail, adaptability, and teamwork are important soft skills for collaborating effectively and meeting project objectives. These abilities are essential for ensuring compliance with industry standards, successful project delivery, and maintaining the trust of both clients and regulatory bodies.

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Events Sales Executive

Cincy Main Street United

Cincinnati, OH • On-site

$45K - $75K/yr

Full-time

Posted 9 days ago

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Job description

Events Sales Executive

Main Street United | Remote (Greater Cincinnati residency preferred) | Full-Time, 1099 Independent Contractor

About the Role

Main Street United, the regional media and events company behind Cincy Magazine, NKY Magazine, Dayton Magazine, and Ohio Business Magazine, is hiring an Events Account Executive to drive new business sales across our full portfolio of live events and forums.

This is a growth seat — you'll be building vendor and sponsor relationships across an expanding footprint of high-visibility regional events, with the opportunity to grow your book of business as our events lineup grows.

What You'll Sell

You'll represent the full events portfolio, selling both vendor and sponsor packages, including:

  • Good Life Expo — health, wellness & longevity consumer expo (Delta Hotels Marriott Sharonville)
  • Make Forward Midwest — regional professional services & defense contracting conference (Butler Tech, Hamilton)
  • Emergent Defense Forums — defense industry and Wright-Patterson ecosystem events
  • Dayton Home+Design Show
  • Other events and properties as our portfolio grows

What You'll Do

  • Drive new business sales — identifying and closing new vendor and sponsor partners across all event properties
  • Build and manage a pipeline using our CRM
  • Represent Main Street United's brands (Cincy Magazine, NKY Magazine) as a credibility platform for event sales conversations
  • Work primarily within the Greater Cincinnati region and Southwest Ohio
  • Remote role — set your own schedule and structure your day, with Greater Cincinnati residency preferred
  • Meet a minimum daily outbound activity requirement, tracked through phone system and CRM
  • Comfortable meeting prospects and clients in person at their business locations throughout the region (mileage/travel factored into compensation)
  • Attend events where you have vendors and sponsors, serving as their on-site customer service contact
  • Attend the weekly sales meeting and your one-on-one with the sales manager via Microsoft Teams

Compensation

  • Draw: $1,800/month for your first two months while you ramp
  • Clawback: Starting month 3, up to $900/month may be recovered against commissions earned
  • Commission: Paid on cash-in — as soon as a sale is collected, not just booked
  • Uncapped earning potential as our events footprint grows

Tools & Support Provided

  • Full CRM access
  • QuickBooks access for account/invoice visibility
  • Company phone system
  • Established brand recognition and event track record to sell against

Who We're Looking For

  • Proven sales experience required — we're looking for someone who can hit the ground running; while training is part of our onboarding program, this is not an entry-level sales role
  • Prior event sales experience a strong plus
  • New business sales experience — hunter mentality preferred
  • Comfortable managing multiple event properties and sales cycles simultaneously
  • Existing relationships in the Greater Cincinnati business community a strong plus
  • Self-directed, comfortable with a draw-to-commission structure

Main Street United is the parent company of Cincy Magazine, NKY Magazine, Dayton Magazine, and Ohio Business Magazine, producing regional events including the Good Life Expo, Make Forward Midwest, and Emergent Defense Forums.