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Net Jets

Cybersecurity Engineer (NJUS)

Columbus, OH · On-site

Stay current with modern attack techniques, software vulnerabilities, and defensive engineering patterns, and translate that knowledge into code and tooling. Note: It is not possible to list all ...

Combined Systems

Mechanical Engineer

Hartford, OH · On-site

$70K - $85K/yr

Global defense and U.S. Military supplier operating proudly since 1981. What You Will Do & Who We Are Looking For The Mechanical Engineer supports the design, development, testing, and production of ...

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Net Jets

Cybersecurity Engineer, Senior (GRC)

Columbus, OH · On-site

$107K - $146K/yr

Stay current with modern attack techniques, software vulnerabilities, and defensive engineering patterns, and translate that knowledge into code and tooling . Note: It is not possible to list all ...

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Sales Engineer - Aerospace and Defense

Advance CNC

Grove City, OH • On-site

$80K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Sales Engineer – Aerospace and Defense

Advance CNC Machining – Grove City, Ohio

Salary: $80,000 base (+commission+bonus)

We are seeking an experienced Sales Engineer who’s enjoyable to work with, and that can thoughtfully bring the aptitude, ownership, and proactivity needed to help our growing $20 million company keep up with rapidly rising demand.

At Advance CNC Machining, we specialize in producing high precision machined parts for customers from coast to coast including equipment manufacturers, food, drug and the aerospace and defense industries. We believe in getting the right people in the right seats so we can fulfill our mission to create more opportunities for our families and our neighbors.


What You'll Do

As a Sales Engineer, you’ll provide excellent communication and effectiveness– while modeling the accountability, commitment, and humility that define our culture.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Collaborate effectively and enjoyably with the sales and support teams
  • Identify potential new Aerospace & Defense customers that are a good fit for our machining services
  • Establish and maintain current and potential customer relationships
  • Obtain initial and repeat orders for machined parts from customers
  • Be available for travel to customer locations

Compensation package includes:

  • 401k plan with a generous 100% employer match up to $5,200 per year
  • 80 hours of paid time off (PTO) your first year, increasing annually up to 200 hours.
  • 6 paid holidays
  • Medical, dental, vision, life, accident, and disability insurance coverage options
  • Christmas bonus opportunity
  • Other bonus opportunities

What You’ll Bring

We’re looking for highly competent sales team members who can be counted on to achieve their expectations on a consistent basis to excel in a growing manufacturing environment.

The skills needed:

  • Technical experience in the machining and/or mechanical engineering industries
  • Excellent negotiation, interpersonal, and selling skills
  • Excellent time management and organizational skills
  • Strong conflict resolution skills
  • Strong written and verbal communication; effective listening skills

Why Advance CNC?

We’re a refreshingly different, growing company of 50+ team members where ordinary people do extraordinary things.

  • We value humility, determination, and teamwork.
  • We invest in leading-edge technology and taking care of people.
  • We’re committed to quality, efficiency, and continuous improvement.
  • Here, your work directly supports the success of our customers and our company.

Take the Next Step

If you’re ready to bring your demonstrated sales expertise to a caring team that will invest in your future, we’d love to talk. Check us out at www.advancecnc.com/careers and apply today!

Successful pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check are conditions of employment.