Sales Engineer - Space Components - Escondido, CA. Escondido Move Collective

• Work for a leader in cutting-edge space technology
• Clear growth trajectory from Sales Engineer to VP

Our client is a technically driven manufacturer that designs and delivers high-reliability electronic systems used in demanding, performance-critical environments. Its work centers on advanced power, control, and embedded technologies that must meet strict reliability, quality, and lifecycle requirements. Solutions are often customized to specific customer applications, requiring close collaboration between engineering, manufacturing, and customer-facing teams throughout the design, qualification, and production phases.

The culture is hands-on and engineering-led, with a strong emphasis on problem solving, technical depth, and cross-functional communication. Engineers are encouraged to work directly with customers to understand real-world requirements and influence solution design, making this a good fit for those who enjoy both deep technical challenges and seeing their work deployed in long-term, mission-driven programs.

• Serve as the primary technical contact for customers across pre and postsales engagements.
• Support sales efforts through solution development, technical presentations, and proposal content.
• Participate in customer discussions and design reviews to capture requirements and position solutions.
• Contribute to win strategies, including technical differentiation and pricing inputs.
• Maintain strong relationships with customer engineering and procurement teams.
• Act as subject matter expert for assigned product areas, translating requirements into viable solutions.
• Analyze competitive offerings and address technical objections and inquiries.
• Support new product development by providing customer feedback and input into product direction.
• Identify emerging market needs and assist in defining and validating product requirements.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, manufacturing, sales, and marketing teams.
• Deliver technical training and develop supporting documentation for customers and internal teams.
• Create and maintain technical materials and support customer proposal submissions.

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• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field required.
• 6-8+ years of experience in:
  Background in space or aerospace electronics with experience in radiation-tolerant components, power architecture, and embedded computing systems such as single board computers (SBCs) or flight processors
• Experience supporting customer proposals and technical sales efforts strongly preferred.
• Ability to translate complex technical concepts into customer solutions
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Proven ability to work across cross-functional teams

• Competitive salary ranging from $120,000 to $140,000 USD annually.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health coverage and retirement plans.
• Generous holiday leave and flexible work arrangements.
• Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment with access to cutting-edge resources.