Sales Engineer

Description

Company Overview

At the company, we believe that everything starts with our people. We’re a global close-knit community, united by the relentless pursuit to help keep people safer everywhere. We build and connect technologies to help protect people, property and places. Our solutions foster the collaboration that’s critical for safer communities, safer schools, safer hospitals, safer businesses, and ultimately, safer nations. Connect with a career that matters, and help us build a safer future.

Department Overview

Silvus Technologies was acquired by the company in 2025, and is now part of its ecosystem of safety and security technologies.

With deep roots in DARPA research, Silvus Technologies develops world-class advanced communications technologies that are reshaping the tactical communications landscape. From pure line-of-sight to extreme non-line-of-sight, Silvus radios form a self-healing, self-forming mesh network, enabling secure and reliable connectivity, including video and high-bandwidth data.

Silvus Technologies , a leading provider of advanced MANET and MIMO communications systems, is reshaping mesh network technology for mission-critical applications – on the ground, in the air and at sea. Its battle-proven StreamCaster family of MANET radios and proprietary MN-MIMO waveform provides the vital communications link for defense, law enforcement and public safety agencies around the world, and in the toughest operational environments.

With deep roots in DARPA research, Silvus Technologies develops world-class advanced communications technologies that are reshaping the tactical communications landscape. From pure line-of-sight to extreme non-line-of-sight, Silvus radios form a self-healing, self-forming mesh network, enabling secure and reliable connectivity, including video and high-bandwidth data

Silvus Technologies is a wholly owned subsidiary of the company, Inc.

Would you like to join an incredibly talented group of people, doing very challenging work, with the prime directive of “ Keeping Our Heroes Connected ”?

THE OPPORTUNITY

Silvus is seeking a Sales Engineer – Unmanned Systems to work closely with the Sales, Marketing, and Business Development teams to provide our customers with tailored solutions to meet their needs. This role participates in technical sales, demonstrations, and support of the Silvus family of advanced multi antenna MIMO radio and mesh networking solutions. This position plays a key role in influencing product development.

The Sales Engineer-Unmanned Systems reports to the Senior Sales Engineer on the Sales Engineering team. This opportunity is well-suited for an entrepreneurial technologist who enjoys interacting with customers, has a healthy sense of adventure, and enjoys traveling.

This position is eligible for 100% remote work depending on location.

The following is a list of at least some of the current essential job functions of the position. Management may assign or reassign duties and responsibilities at any time at its discretion.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide pre- and post-sales technical support including system planning, customer training, system optimization, etc.

Become an expert on the operation and application of Silvus' unique radio and networking solutions and its advantages over competing technologies.

Prepare and conduct product demonstrations for customer visits and equipment evaluations.

Visit customer sites to provide technical support and deliver training.

Troubleshoot failures and abnormal situations in the field.

Collect and analyze field failures and abnormalities and provide feedback to the development team.

Help the Design Engineers reproduce and troubleshoot problems.

Participate in resource allocation and hardware maintenance to support different sales and business development activities.

Help drive future product development.

Travel requirements – 50%; frequent travel for meetings, events, and demonstrations.

Perform other related duties of which the above are representative.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or other related technical fields with at least 2 years of demonstrated experience in a pre-and post-sales technical support position; or High School Diploma/GED with at least 6 years of experience in a pre-and post-sales technical support position.

Proficiency with radio frequency instruments such as signal generators and spectrum analyzers.

Willingness to travel and work at customer sites.

Security Clearance: Active U.S. Government SECRET clearance or the ability to obtain one within 15 months of hire.

Must be a U.S. Citizen due to clients under U.S. government contracts.

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Familiarity with Linux.

Proficiency with TCP/IP protocol and networking.

Experience with operating and testing IP radios/modems.

Knowledge of wireless communication systems, radio frequency signal propagation, and digital communication technologies.

Proficiency with programming languages such as C/C++.

Excellent organization skills and attention to detail.

Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills.

Conditions

Trade shows.

Outdoor environment for demos.

Occasional exposure to heat, cold, and allergens while performing tests or demonstrations in the field.

Lift equipment up to 50 lbs. for the set-up of demonstrations and testing.

COMPENSATION : $80,000 - $120,000 / annual base salary plus commissions. OTE potential: up to $170,000.

The pay range is NOT a guarantee. It is based on market research and peer data and will vary depending on the candidate’s experience and qualifications.

NOTE - As a US Federal Contractor, Silvus Technologies requires that ALL candidates being considered for employment for any position (regardless of level) MUST be a U.S. Person (permanent resident or citizen). Stricter U.S. Citizen ONLY requirements (needed for some Engineering or R&D roles) will be included in the Required Qualifications section of the posted position. This does NOT apply to international positions; only job postings for positions located in the US.

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Basic Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or other related technical fields with at least 2 years of demonstrated experience in a pre-and post-sales technical support position; or High School Diploma/GED with at least 6 years of experience in a pre-and post-sales technical support position.

Security Clearance: Active U.S. Government SECRET clearance or the ability to obtain one within 15 months of hire.

Must be a U.S. Citizen due to clients under U.S. government contracts.

Travel Requirements

50-75%

Relocation Provided

None

Position Type

Experienced

Referral Payment Plan

Yes

Our U.S. Benefits include:

Incentive Bonus Plans

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

401K with Company Match

10 Paid Holidays

Generous Paid Time Off Packages

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Paid Parental & Family Leave

and more!