What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sales Application Engineer position at Kistler Group?
Join Kistler – A Global Leader in Measurement Technology!
At Kistler, we’re revolutionizing industries with our cutting-edge dynamic measurement technology, helping customers optimize products and processes. From automobile development to smart factories, our Swiss-designed sensor solutions are driving the future of electrified drive technology, industrial automation, and emission reduction.
About the Role: As a key player in our team, you’ll be a driving force in hitting sales targets for Aerospace, Defense, and Test & Measurement products in your territory—specifically covering the New England region and Canada. Your mission? Building relationships, providing expert advice, and selling cutting-edge solutions that make a real difference!
What You’ll Be Doing:
- Meet/exceed sales targets and KPIs in your territory.
- Develop sales strategies with the Sales Manager and Business Development.
- Build relationships with existing and new customers.
- Regularly traveling to meet customers throughout your territory.
- Independently drive territory goals while working from a home office.
- Collaborate with Inside Sales and Application Engineering teams.
- Prepare price quotes and proposals, and maintain CRM data.
- Participate in trade shows and product demos.
- Provide technical presentations to customers.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
What We’re Looking For:
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical/electrical/aerospace engineering or applied physics, plus 10 years in technical sales.
- Aerospace market knowledge preferred.
- Experience in sensor or signal conditioning/DAQ sales.
- Strong technical understanding of sensors, electronics, and software.
- Ability to develop sales strategies and build customer networks.
- Experience with ERP/CRM systems (SAP) and Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint).
- US Citizenship and ability to lift 50 pounds and travel 50% of the time.
Why Kistler?
At Kistler, we’re all about you. We value your expertise and offer opportunities for growth in a global environment, with a benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage, plus a 401k plan with a 4% company match! You’ll also get generous personal and vacation time. Ready to join a team that’s shaping the future of measurement technology? We can’t wait to meet you!
Kistler Instrument Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
