Field Sales Engineer

Field Sales EngineerLocation: Central & Eastern England - Field Based (Regular UK Travel)An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Field Sales Engineer to join a specialist engineering organisation developing and supplying advanced RF, microwave and electronic technology solutions into defence, aerospace, telecommunications, satellite communications and other high-performance industries.The company designs and delivers technically complex RF and microwave solutions for customers operating in mission-critical environments, working closely with OEMs, system integrators and engineering teams to solve challenging technical applications. With continued investment in innovation and customer support, the business is looking to strengthen its commercial team with an experienced technical sales professional.This is a customer-facing role combining technical expertise with commercial responsibility. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing new business opportunities, managing key customer accounts and supporting customers throughout the complete sales lifecycle. Working closely with engineering, operations and commercial teams, you will provide technical guidance, develop tailored solutions and help drive continued business growth across strategically important markets.This role would suit a technically minded sales professional with experience of RF, microwave, electronics or communications technologies who enjoys developing long-term customer relationships and identifying new commercial opportunities.Main Responsibilities of the Field Sales Engineer (Central & Eastern England):Identify and develop new business opportunities across defence, aerospace, telecommunications, satellite communications and advanced electronics marketsBuild and maintain strong relationships with OEMs, engineering teams, procurement departments and strategic customer accountsConduct customer meetings, technical presentations, product demonstrations and site visits throughout the regionUnderstand customer technical requirements and recommend suitable RF and microwave solutionsPrepare quotations, proposals and support commercial negotiations to secure profitable business opportunitiesWork closely with engineering teams to support solution development and technical feasibility assessmentsManage customers throughout the complete sales lifecycle from initial enquiry through to project deliveryMaintain accurate CRM records including pipeline activity, forecasts and customer interactionsMonitor competitor activity, market trends and emerging RF and microwave technologiesAttend industry exhibitions, networking events and customer meetings to promote the company's capabilitiesDeliver agreed sales targets and contribute to wider commercial growth objectivesProvide customer and market feedback to support future product development and business strategyEnsure compliance with export control regulations, confidentiality requirements and relevant industry standardsRequirements of the Field Sales Engineer (Central & Eastern England):Proven experience within technical sales, field sales engineering or engineering salesBackground within RF, microwave, electronics, telecommunications or closely related engineering sectorsStrong understanding of RF and microwave technologies, electronic systems or electronic componentsAbility to understand technical customer requirements and translate these into commercial solutionsExcellent communication and relationship-building skills with engineering, procurement and commercial stakeholdersExperience delivering technical presentations and supporting customer solution developmentCommercially driven with the ability to identify, develop and convert new business opportunitiesStrong customer account management skills with the ability to build long-term partnershipsExperience using CRM systems to manage sales pipelines and forecastingSelf-motivated with the ability to work independently in a field-based environmentFull UK Driving Licence and willingness to travel regularly across Central and Eastern England, with occasional international travelDesirable:Experience selling RF and microwave systems, antenna technologies or specialist electronic productsExperience working within defence, aerospace, satellite communications or advanced electronics industriesKnowledge of engineering drawings, technical specifications and product development processesUnderstanding of export control requirements and regulated engineering marketsExperience supporting technically complex, high-value engineering projectsTo apply for this Field Sales Engineer opportunity, please send your CV to Kishan Chandarana at Redline Group.TPBN1_UKTJ