
Account Manager – Aerospace and Defense
Fortive
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Remote
Location: Nevada • New Mexico • United States
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About the role
- Manage and expand relationships with major Mil/Gov accounts, serving as the primary point of contact.
- Drive sales of Tektronix’s Test & Measurement portfolio, including oscilloscopes, RF test, Keithley, and EA products.
- Identify and pursue new business opportunities within assigned accounts and adjacent organizations.
- Manage sales pipeline and forecasting activities within CRM to ensure accurate visibility and planning.
- Collaborate with internal teams (engineering, product management, customer support) to deliver tailored solutions.
- Develop account strategies to maximize growth, customer satisfaction, and long-term partnership.
- Stay current on industry trends, customer initiatives, and government procurement processes.
Requirements
- Proven experience in technical sales, account management, or business development—preferably with Mil/Gov or DoD customers.
- Strong knowledge of test and measurement equipment (oscilloscopes, RF, power supplies, etc.).
- Excellent relationship-building, communication, and negotiation skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a cross-functional team.
- Experience managing pipeline and forecast in CRM systems.
- Willingness to travel within the assigned territory.
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, or related field preferred.
- Proven experience in technical sales, account management, or business development with Department of Defense (DoD), Department of Energy (DOE), or other Mil/Gov customers.
- Strong knowledge of test and measurement equipment (oscilloscopes, RF test, power supplies, etc.); familiarity with Keithley and Elektro-Automatik (EA) products is a plus.
- Demonstrated ability to manage and grow strategic accounts, including developing account plans and executing sales strategies.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
- Experience navigating government procurement processes and understanding compliance requirements.
- Willingness and ability to travel within the assigned territory (New Mexico, Nevada, and surrounding regions).
- High level of initiative, organization, and results orientation.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Flexible working hours
- Professional development opportunities
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard Skills & Tools
technical salesaccount managementbusiness developmenttest and measurement equipmentoscilloscopesRF testpower suppliesCRM systemssales pipeline managementforecasting
Soft Skills
relationship-buildingcommunicationnegotiationindependent workcross-functional collaborationinitiativeorganizationresults orientation
Certifications
Bachelor’s degree in engineeringBachelor’s degree in businessBachelor’s degree in related field