Premier Global Links LLC is recruiting on behalf of a confidential, technology-driven manufacturing company specializing in precision machining and advanced hardware manufacturing.
We are seeking a technically strong, results-driven Technical Account Executive with 2–5 years of experience in technical sales, business development, or procurement within aerospace, defense, precision machining, or hardware manufacturing.
This is an opportunity to join an early-stage go-to-market team, develop strategic customer relationships, generate new business, and help connect major hardware companies with precision manufacturing capabilities. The ideal candidate combines hands-on manufacturing knowledge, commercial drive, and the ability to communicate confidently with engineers, procurement teams, and business leaders.
Key Responsibilities
- Identify and acquire new OEM customers across aerospace, defense, robotics, drones, satellites, and advanced hardware manufacturing.
- Build and manage a pipeline of qualified requests for quotation (RFQs), new accounts, and manufacturing opportunities.
- Develop relationships with engineering, procurement, supply chain, and business development stakeholders.
- Expand existing accounts by identifying new programs, part numbers, and revenue opportunities.
- Understand technical drawings, machining processes, tolerances, and materials to communicate effectively with customers and manufacturing teams.
- Evaluate opportunities based on commercial potential and manufacturing requirements.
- Collaborate with internal teams to improve customer workflows, account management, and the manufacturing procurement process.
- Travel to customer sites and manufacturing facilities, primarily on the West Coast.
Required Qualifications
- 2–5 years of professional experience in business development, technical sales, or procurement within aerospace, defense, precision machining, OEM, or hardware manufacturing.
- Previous full-time professional work experience in a relevant industry.
- Strong understanding of machining and manufacturing processes, including the ability to interpret part drawings and discuss tolerances and materials.
- Demonstrated ability to prospect for new customers, build relationships, and develop business opportunities.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and customer relationship management skills.
- U.S. citizenship due to ITAR-related requirements.
- Ability to work on-site five days per week in El Segundo, CA, or Manhattan, NY, and travel to customer and manufacturing sites as needed.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience selling precision machining or manufacturing services to large OEM, aerospace, defense, or advanced hardware companies.
- Experience working in a machine shop, factory, or other hands-on manufacturing environment.
- A track record of developing enterprise accounts, sourcing new business, and closing significant customer opportunities.
- Previous experience at a startup or in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.
- A bachelor's degree in engineering or another highly technical field.
Work Environment and Travel
This is an on-site position with no remote workdays. Candidates must be able to work from either El Segundo, California, or Manhattan, New York. The role includes one- to two-day business trips several times per month to customer locations and manufacturing facilities, primarily on the West Coast.
Relocation assistance is not available.
Compensation and Benefits
- Annual base salary of $115,000–$125,000.
- Competitive equity opportunity.
- Full-time position with the opportunity to help shape a growing go-to-market function.
There is no commission-based compensation or sales quota structure specified for this position.
Premier Global Links LLC is an equal opportunity recruiting firm. The hiring company is confidential at this stage of the recruitment process.