Business Development/Sales

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be availableCLEARANCE TYPE: NoneTRAVEL: Yes, 25% of the Time Description At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work - and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.Cutting Edge Optronics (CEO), an affiliate company of Northrop Grumman Corporation, is the leading provider of high-power laser diode arrays, high power laser amplifiers and diode-pumped solid state (DPSS) lasers. We are a vertically integrated manufacturer capable of supplying unmounted diode bars, packaged laser diodes, DPSS modules, laser diode drivers and complete DPSS laser systems. Our diode laser-based products have become industry standards and are used in a wide variety of commercial and military applications.
We are seeking a highly motivated individual to join the Business Development group. The position requires a self-starting individual with demonstrated ability to understand diode and DPSS laser product/system requirements and negotiate acceptable commercial terms. CEO has experienced significant growth - doubling in revenue over the past 6 years - and seeks an individual capable of accelerating that trajectory.
Our manufacturing facility is located in St. Charles, MO. We are open to relocating an employee to our facility and are also willing to discuss full-time remote work arrangements.
Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in engineering, Physics, or a related field.
5+ years' experience in technical sales and account management
Serve as the primary point of contact between the company and its customers in assigned market(s) and/or geographical area(s)
Collaborate with company leadership, R&D, engineering, and operations teams to meet customer needs and company financial objectives.
Proactively create, cultivate, and enhance relationships with new and existing customers and key contacts to help identify new business opportunities
Generate sales of lasers, laser systems, laser diode arrays, and related laser equipment.
Represent the company at worldwide trade shows and conferences.
Up to 25% travel is required. International travel required.
Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with commercial and/or military/aerospace laser sales
International sales experience
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Primary Level Salary Range: $94,200.00 - $141,200.00Secondary Level Salary Range: $117,500.00 - $176,300.00The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.