Sales Manager

Sales Manager

Published 05.19.2026

Company : Safran Electrical Components Job field : Sales & Marketing Location : Denton (tx) , Texas , United States Contract type : Permanent Contract duration : Full-time Required degree : Bachelors Degree Required experience : More than 8 years Professional status : Professional, Engineer & Manager Salary range : Based on Experience ITAR : ITAR Controlled position

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Published 05.19.2026

Job Description

A glimpse at the job:

HERE, WE CRAFT EXCELLENCE TOGETHER. At Safran, we believe in sustainable career journeys, collaboration as a cornerstone of innovation, and the freedom to explore diverse career paths. We are proud to be featured in TIMEs Worlds Best Companies 2025 ranking, securing 2nd place in the Aerospace & Defense sector and 52nd overall. As a Sales Manager, youll contribute to meaningful projects that shape the future of aerospace. Driven leaders shape whats next.

This position contributes to our vision by:

Developing and executing sales and marketing strategies to optimize North American and Canadian opportunities within the aerospace and defense markets

Building, maintaining, and expanding long‑term customer relationships from initial engagement through contract award

Leading proposal development, business case creation, internal approvals, and customer submissions

Negotiating contracts, including pricing and terms and conditions, to ensure long‑term profitability

Providing ongoing customer support from contract award through program stabilization

Coordinating cross‑functionally with operations, manufacturing, engineering, finance, purchasing, and inside sales

Representing the company at industry events and trade shows while delivering customer and market insights to support budgeting and growth

What we offer:

Competitive salaries

Paid holidays

Recognition programs

Comprehensive benefits

Retirement (401K) plans with employer match

Professional development opportunities

Tuition assistance

Over 300 career paths across global sites

Work Culture:

At Safran, we foster a respectful and inclusive workplace where diverse perspectives are valued. We support sustainable career journeys and encourage employees to explore multiple paths for growth. Collaboration is essential to our success, and we are committed to helping every team member thrive. We engage with our communities through educational programs, outreach initiatives, and career events, inspiring future talent to join our mission. Join Safran Electrical & Power, where you can look to the skies and say "we did that."

Job Requirements

At Safran Electrical & Power, we value service‑oriented team players who demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, a positive attitude, and the ability to adapt to our dynamic, innovative environment.

Bachelors degree in Engineering (Aerospace, Mechanical, or Electrical) preferred, or Bachelors degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field

Minimum 10 years of experience in similar roles within the aerospace and defense industries

Strong experience in contract negotiation, pricing, and commercial business case development

Knowledge of aerospace and defense products, technologies, and regulatory environments (including ITAR)

Ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 50%

Across all team members, we are looking for the following attributes:

Innovative & Curious

Collaborative & Inclusive

Committed to Safety

Trustworthy

Results Focused

Driven to Excellence

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This description outlines the general nature and level of work for this position. Duties, responsibilities, and qualifications may vary by assignment or group. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

Safran Electrical & Power is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. For verification or accommodation requests, please email [email protected] or call 940‑272‑5700. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case‑by‑case basis.

Candidates for positions with Safran Electrical & Power must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Employment eligibility verification will be required at the time of hire.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

This position requires access to technologies and hardware subject to US national security‑based export control requirements. All applicants must be US Persons (8 USC 1324b(a)(3)), or otherwise authorized by the U.S. Government. No company sponsorship will be offered.

Relocation assistance offered for this position.

But what else? (advantages, specific features, etc.)

Highlights from our facility:

As the North American headquarters for Safran Electrical & Power, the Denton, Texas facility brings together a diverse team committed to crafting excellence. Here, we innovate smarter electrical solutions for a better flight-together. Recognized with honors such as the Northrop Grumman Supplier Performance Excellence Award, Sikorsky Elite Supplier, and Boeing Supplier of the Year, we are proud to lead in quality and innovation. Located in the heart of North Texas, Denton offers a vibrant arts and music scene and is home to two major universities!

Discover Safran through our videos: https://www.safran-group.com/videos/safran-corporate.

Company Information

Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 100,000 employees and sales of 27.3 billion euros in 2024, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets.

Safran is in the 2nd place in the aerospace and defense industry in TIME magazines "Worlds best companies 2024" ranking.

Safran Electrical & Power is one of the worlds leaders in aircraft electrical systems. The company is a key player in equipment electrification and in the electric and hybrid propulsion sector. It has over 14,000 employees across 13 different countries.

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3790, Russell Newman Boulevard 76209

Denton (tx)

Texas United States

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100,000

employees worldwide

27

Number of countries where Safran is located

35

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