At a Glance
- Tasks: Be the go-to expert for electronic interconnect solutions in aerospace and military applications.
- Company: Join a leading company in aerospace technology with a focus on innovation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, travel opportunities, and a chance to work on cutting-edge projects.
- Other info: Frequent travel and dynamic work environment with growth potential.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by helping customers integrate advanced technology into their systems.
- Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in engineering and 5 years of relevant experience required.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 65000 £ per year.
The Business Development Engineer (BDE) serves as the technical and commercial liaison between customers, engineering, and the field sales teams. This role supports the promotion and sale of electronic interconnect solutions from Amphenol Aerospace used in harsh environment, military and aerospace applications. The BDE provides technical expertise, product recommendations, application support, and design-in assistance to help customers successfully integrate Amphenol Aerospace products into their systems. This is a cross-functional role where a successful individual will work collaboratively with AAO product managers, engineers, and customer service.
Territory: United Kingdom & Nordics
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Provide technical expertise on connectors, cable assemblies, and related electronic components.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with OEMs, integrators, and distribution partners.
- Assist customers with product selection, system integration, troubleshooting, and application design.
- Maintain CRM records, sales forecasts, and project pipelines on business sold directly, through subcontractors, or by way of distribution which will be reported to relevant parties of interest on a recurring basis.
- Conduct technical presentations, product demonstrations, and training sessions for customers and channel partners.
- Identify and pursue new business opportunities and design wins within assigned accounts and territories.
- Review customer specifications, drawings, and technical requirements to recommend appropriate solutions.
- Participate in trade shows, industry conferences, and customer visits.
Education/Experience Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, electronics engineering, mechanical engineering, or related technical field.
- At least 5 years of experience in field applications engineering, technical sales, or electronic component sales.
- Knowledge of aerospace and defense interconnect systems, MIL-SPEC connectors, cable assemblies, or electronic packaging.
- Strong understanding of electrical and mechanical design principles.
- Proficiency working with Microsoft Office software (PowerPoint, Excel, Word).
The ideal candidate would have a working knowledge of Strategic Accounts, as well as a comprehensive understanding of what the customer’s end products are with an ability to identify their interconnect needs. This role will require frequent travel (50-60%) in designated territory.
Technisch Productontwikkelaar / Engineer employer: Amphenol Aerospace
Amphenol Aerospace is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment where innovation meets collaboration. With a strong focus on employee growth and development, team members are encouraged to enhance their skills through training and hands-on experience in the aerospace and military sectors. Located in the UK and Nordics, employees benefit from a culture that values technical expertise and fosters meaningful relationships with customers, making it a rewarding place to build a career in engineering.
