Sales Director – Aerospace

SKF Group

Sales Director Aerospace leading and expanding aerospace business across the United States. Manage and develop regional sales resources and collaborate with engineering and global sales leadership.

Posted 4/24/2026full-timeRemote • New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $169,000 - $190,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Define and execute the U.S. aerospace sales strategy aligned with global objectives
Drive sustainable and profitable growth across OEM, Tier 1 & Tier 2 customers, and aftermarket opportunities
Own revenue, margin, and market share targets for the U.S. region
Contribute to global business planning, forecasting, and long-term growth initiatives
Negotiate and close long-term agreements in complex and competitive environments
Ensure customer satisfaction while maintaining strong profitability and contract compliance
Lead, coach, and develop U.S. based sales resources (regional managers, account managers)
Set clear objectives, KPIs, and development plans for the sales team
Build a high-performance sales culture focused on accountability, collaboration, and results

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or business required
MBA or advanced business education is a plus
10+ years of experience in aerospace sales, business development, or account management
Proven leadership experience managing regional or national sales teams
Strong background with Aerospace OEMs and/or Tier suppliers
Demonstrated success in negotiating complex, multi-year commercial agreements
Experience working in a global, matrix organization
Strong strategic thinking with hands-on execution mindset
Excellent communication, negotiation, and executive presence
Solid aerospace technical aptitude and business acumen
Results-driven, customer-focused, and resilient in challenging environments
Ability to balance short-term execution with long-term strategy.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Enjoy a generous PTO policy and 13 paid holidays.
Work/life integration support, home, family, community, personal well-being, and health.
Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
Comprehensive healthcare options to fit your needs and opt out payment.
Company paid life insurance, STD, LTD.
Supplemental benefits include critical illness coverage, tuition reimbursement, employee discount programs, and much more!
STVS (Short Term Variable Salary) or Sales Incentive based on company performance and at the discretion of management.
Participate in our 401K program that boasts a 10% employer contribution: 100% match up to 5% of your elected contribution (100% Vested) plus an additional 5% company contribution.

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Hard Skills & Tools

aerospace salesbusiness developmentaccount managementnegotiating complex agreementsstrategic planningforecastingKPI settingcontract compliancecustomer satisfactionsales strategy execution

Soft Skills

leadershipcoachingcollaborationresults-drivencustomer-focusedstrategic thinkingcommunicationnegotiationexecutive presenceresilience

Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in engineeringBachelor’s degree in businessMBA or advanced business education