Sales Engineer, Military

Chromalloy Gas Turbine LLC

$110K — $130K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering.
  • 10+ years in aerospace or industrial gas turbine engineering.
  • 5 years supporting military or defense programs.
  • Strong knowledge of DoD Source Approval Request (SAR) and Product Change Request (PCR) processes.
  • Experience with U.S. Air Force, U.S. Navy, Defense Logistics Agency, and foreign military organizations.
  • Understanding of aero-engine maintenance and component lifecycles.
  • Ability to drive military program objectives across teams.

Responsibilities

  • Evaluate military and defense opportunities for Chromalloy.
  • Coordinate Source Approval Request (SAR) package preparation for government agencies.
  • Lead technical discussions for military engine platforms and customer needs.
  • Prioritize opportunities and support New Product Introduction initiatives.
  • Maintain centralized military technical data and program knowledge repository.
  • Represent Chromalloy at military trade shows and industry conferences.
  • Support business development through technical presentations and briefings.
  • Provide technical support for quality investigations and customer inquiries.
  • Collaborate with teams to meet military program objectives.
  • Ensure compliance with government regulations and defense procurement standards.

Benefits

  • Remote work option with flexibility for evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
  • Opportunities to work in a high-visibility role within the defense sector.
  • Formal support for professional development through technical events and trade shows.
  • Significant impact on military aviation safety and reliability.
  • Potential for cross-functional collaboration in a dynamic work environment.
Full Job Description
Job Summary

We're looking for a Military Sales Engineer to serve as the technical liaison between Chromalloy and military, defense, and government customers worldwide. In this highly visible role, you will lead technical discussions, support military engineering approvals, develop strategic growth opportunities, and help expand Chromalloy's participation across military engine programs. Your expertise will play a critical role in strengthening customer relationships, supporting new business development, and advancing the adoption of Chromalloy solutions within the global defense aerospace market.

Work That Matters

At Chromalloy, your work directly supports aviation safety and reliability. Our teams repair and manufacture critical aerospace components used across the global aviation industry. Whether you're improving processes, supporting operations, solving technical challenges, or driving business performance, your contributions help keep aircraft flying safely around the world.

Location: San Antonio TX; Newnan, GA; or Remote

Travel: 25% or greater as business needs require

Schedule: Remote

What You'll Be Doing
  • Evaluate military and defense opportunities and identify the optimal Chromalloy site to support business case development and proposal efforts.
  • Coordinate the preparation, review, and submission of Source Approval Request (SAR) packages and related technical documentation for government agencies.
  • Lead technical responses and engineering discussions supporting military engine platforms and customer requirements.
  • Establish and maintain processes to prioritize opportunities, support New Product Introduction (NPI) initiatives, and develop compelling business cases.
  • Build and maintain a centralized repository of military technical data and program knowledge across Chromalloy sites.
  • Represent Chromalloy during customer visits, military trade shows, defense exhibitions, and industry conferences.
  • Support business development activities through technical presentations, demonstrations, and customer briefings.
  • Provide technical support for quality investigations, customer inquiries, and program-related challenges.
  • Collaborate across engineering, operations, quality, and commercial teams to achieve military program objectives.
  • Ensure compliance with government regulations, export control requirements, and defense procurement standards


What We're Looking For
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field.
  • 10+ years of progressive experience in aerospace or industrial gas turbine engineering.
  • Minimum 5 years of experience supporting military or defense programs.
  • Strong knowledge of DoD Source Approval Request (SAR) and Product Change Request (PCR) processes.
  • Experience working with the U.S. Air Force, U.S. Navy, Defense Logistics Agency (DLA), independent engine maintenance depots, and/or foreign military organizations.
  • Understanding of aero-engine maintenance, repair processes, component lifecycles, and failure modes.
  • Ability to influence cross-functional teams and drive military program objectives.
  • Strong technical, analytical, communication, and presentation skills.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and PowerPoint.


Nice to Have

  • Master's degree in Engineering or related technical discipline.
  • Experience supporting flight-critical propulsion systems and military engine programs.
  • Knowledge of salvage, surplus, DER repair, and SAR repair processes for propulsion Critical Safety Items (CSI).
  • Familiarity with military and commercial aero-engine markets, service intervals, and lifecycle management.
  • Experience supporting technical business development, customer presentations, and defense industry events.


This position may require work hours outside of the regularly scheduled hours to meet operational needs. This may include work during evenings, weekends, and/or holidays. Additional work hours are assigned based on business requirements. Non-exempt employees will be paid overtime in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

The salary range for this position reflects a broad spectrum of experience levels. Individual compensation within the range is determined by multiple factors, including relevant experience, education, certifications, job related skills, internal equity, and market conditions. We evaluate each candidate individually to ensure fair and competitive pay decisions.

Due to government regulation only US persons (U.S. citizen, U.S. naturalized citizen, U.S. permanent resident, holder of U.S. approved political asylee or refugee status) may be considered for this role.

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