Southampton - Technical Sales Engineer - RF (028lw) - South East (flexible working)
Technical Sales Engineer
- RF (028lw)
- South East (flexible working)
- £35k - £50k (subject to exp.)
Are you a technician or engineer with military experience looking to transition into a customer-facing, technical sales role? OR have already acquired some sales experience & looking to further develop?
DUE TO THE NATURE OF THIS RECRUITMENT CONSULTANCY, WE ARE ONLY ABLE TO REPRESENT INDIVIDUALS WHO ARE EX MILITARY.
This is a unique opportunity to leverage your technical background in RF/satellite communications, radar, electronics, or telecoms while developing commercial skills in a structured, supportive & progressive environment.The role requires knowledge of how the systems are constructed alongside the capability to sell the system building blocks
A flexible working model, with expectation to be the office 1 x week in Southeast and remainder field based (customer visits) & working from home. SC Clearance level would be an advantage (but not essential)
Our client is a distributor and manufacturer of RF & microwave components, test instruments, and systems, they have been supporting high-tech customers in defence, aerospace, and industry for 30+ years. With a multi-million-pound turnover and a team of 40+ experts, they combine the stability of a large organisation with the agility to reward individual performance.
As a Technical Sales Engineer, you’ll play a key role in the following -Managing and expanding relationships with existing customers across the UK & Ireland.
Identifying and developing new business opportunities within the defence, aerospace, satcom, space, and industrial sectors - many of which align closely with military experience.
Providing technical expertise on a range of radio frequency (RF) & microwave components and systems to help clients find the best solutions.
Working with key defence and government clients, including the MoD and major defence primes.
Why this role is a great fit for Ex-Military candidates -
No prior sales experience required - Full training and mentorship provided for those that have no sales experienceUse your technical skills in a new way - Ideal for those with RF/satellite, radar, electronics, or telecoms experience.
A mission-driven role - Supporting critical industries such as defence, security, and aerospace.
Clear career progression - Structured path from technical sales to senior roles.
Competitive salary & benefits - Negotiable based on experience
Ideal experienceHNC/HND/Degree in a STEM subject or equivalent technical knowledge.
Background in electronic, RF/satellite or microwave applications typically in a defence, aerospace or telecoms organisation (experience in DAS architecture, RAN, surface mount components, amplifiers, or coaxial components is a plus in addition to experience within a test & measurement environment).
Strong problem-solving and communication skills, with a proactive, self-motivated approach.A team player with leadership qualities, used to working in structured environments.
Full UK driving license
If you are interested in applying, please send a copy of your CV with a note outlining why this would be the ideal opportunity for you, to Liz Walsh at Ex-Mil Recruitment Ltd to liz@ex-mil.co.uk
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