Sales Engineer

Description Responsible for selling and procuring products, systems, or services that require deep technical knowledge, often involving engineering, science, and cost-effectiveness. Requirements Primary responsible for selling and procuring complex technical products, systems, and services to potential customers. Having a thorough understanding of both product offerings and the specific technical needs of clients is required to provide optimal solutions that align with their business goals. Builds and nurtures strong relationships with key decision-makers and technical stakeholders within the customer's organization. This includes working closely with both the customer's engineering teams and management representatives to understand their requirements, pain points, and how the product or service can solve their challenges. Works closely with customers and production engineering teams to customize or modify products to suit specific customer requirements. This may involve suggesting design changes, technical specifications, or features to better meet customer needs or improve functionality. Delivers technical presentations and product demonstrations to prospective clients. This includes clearly articulating how products or services meet customer needs better than competitors and providing data-driven evidence to back up claims. Responsibilities also include walking customers through product features and addressing any technical inquiries they might have. Collaborates with internal product development and engineering teams to relay customer feedback, propose system enhancements, and ensure the delivery of effective technical solutions. Works with production engineering to align the capabilities of the product with customer needs. Prepares and presents proposals, including cost-benefit analysis, product specifications, pricing models, and implementation plans. Ensures the proposed solutions are technically feasible, cost-effective, and aligned with both customer expectations and company objectives. Manages the sales cycle from initial lead generation to closing the deal. Works alongside the sales team to create and execute sales strategies that drive revenue growth while ensuring a high level of customer satisfaction. Continuously monitor the competitive landscape, industry trends, and new technologies. Utilizes this information to refine sales strategies, tailor presentations, and stay ahead of market demands. Supports customers during the post-sale phase by providing technical documentation, troubleshooting guidance, and resolving any technical issues. Gathers customer feedback to ensure product satisfaction and identify opportunities for future enhancements or additional sales. Provides technical training and knowledge transfer to customers to ensure they fully understand the product's capabilities and how to utilize it effectively in their operations. Non-Negotiable Requirements: 1. Ability to obtain a Top Secret clearance; Top Secret with investigation current within the last 5 years 2. On-site, no remote Technical Environment: Microsoft, Linux, Splunk, Ansible, Tenable, GEMS A notification to prospective applicants that reviews, and tests for the absence of any illegal drug as defined in 10 CFR 707.4, will be conducted by the employer and a background investigation by the Federal government may be required to obtain an access authorization prior to employment, and that subsequent reinvestigations may be required. If the position is covered by the Counterintelligence Evaluation Program regulations at 10 CFR part 709, the announcement should also alert applicants that successful completion of a counterintelligence evaluation may include a counterintelligence-scope polygraph examination. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.