Director of Sales– Engineering & Digital Services
Salary: $175,000 - $200,000 per year
Location: Austin, TX
Posted: June 26 2025
Minimum Degree:
Relocation Assistance: Not Available
Director of Sales– Engineering & Digital Services
Experience: 10-15 years
Role Overview:
We are seeking a strategic and results-driven Sales Director to spearhead the growth of our engineering and digital services portfolio with a key enterprise client in the U.S. market. This high-impact role will be responsible for driving digital transformation, expanding strategic relationships, and supporting long-term partnership growth across critical sectors such as Aerospace, Defense, Cybersecurity, and Smart Mobility.
Key Responsibilities:
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Lead the overall account strategy, drive revenue growth, and strengthen relationships across multiple business units in North America.
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Represent a broad suite of engineering and digital capabilities, including:
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Embedded & Software Engineering
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Cybersecurity & Digital Identity
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AI/ML, IoT, and Edge Computing
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Safety-Critical Systems & Systems Engineering
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Connectivity (5G, V2X, Satellite)
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Cloud-native Engineering & DevSecOps
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Identify cross-domain opportunities by aligning the client's evolving needs with our service offerings—from aerospace systems to digital platforms.
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Develop and nurture executive-level relationships with stakeholders including BU Heads, R&D Directors, Digital Transformation leaders, and CXOs.
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Partner with internal solution architects, delivery teams, and pre-sales to design and deliver compelling value propositions.
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Drive long-term, strategic initiatives including co-innovation programs, managed services models, and engineering outsourcing engagements.
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Stay ahead of industry trends, regulatory shifts, and technological advancements relevant to the account and broader market landscape.
Qualifications:
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Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical field; MBA preferred
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12+ years of experience in engineering services and/or digital transformation sales
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Proven success in managing large enterprise accounts and multi-million-dollar engagements
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Strong understanding of client domains such as Aerospace, Defense, Cybersecurity, and Digital Identity
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Familiarity with safety-critical standards and certifications (e.g., DO-178C, ISO 26262, IEC 62443)
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Excellent consultative selling, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills
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U.S. work authorization required; ability to travel as needed
Preferred Experience:
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Prior experience with or selling into clients operating across diverse domains such as Aerospace & Defense, Digital Identity, and Satellite Systems
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Expertise in selling:
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Aerospace & Avionics solutions (e.g., cockpit systems, FMS, avionics software)
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Defense platforms (e.g., tactical communications, mission systems)
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Digital security products (e.g., biometrics, smart cards, secure operating systems)
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Satellite and space engineering services
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Understanding of complex procurement cycles and regulatory compliance requirements (DO-178C, ISO 27001, Common Criteria, etc.)
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Experience working across global, matrixed organizations and influencing diverse stakeholder groups
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Familiarity with collaborative innovation models such as Centers of Excellence (CoEs) or joint development programs