UAV Solutions Engineer

Teamtailor

Bristol City

9 months ago

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Mission:

As a UAV Solutions Engineer, you will serve as a vital bridge between our technical teams and customers. You will support the sales process by articulating the value of our technology, tailoring solutions to client needs, and ensuring our drone platforms and services meet operational and strategic requirements

What will be your responsibilities:

Act as a technical expert during the sales process, from lead qualification to proposal and contract negotiation
Analyse customer needs and design UAV solutions that align with operational requirements
Prepare and deliver high-impact technical presentations and demos to prospects and partners
Support the drafting of proposals, RFP responses, and commercial offers
Collaborate closely with Business Development, Product, and Operations teams
Participate in trade shows, demos, and field trials
Maintain an up-to-date understanding of UAV regulations, capabilities, and market trends
Build long-term relationships with customers by providing technical support pre- and post-sale

Profile and requirements:

Degree in Engineering, Aerospace, Computer Science, or a related technical field
10+ years of experience in a technical sales, pre-sales, or solutions engineering role (UAV, aerospace, defense or robotics sector a plus)
Experience of crewed or uncrewed ISR operations
Strong understanding of UAV systems, ISR missions, sensors, mission software, and communications technologies
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
Language Requirements: Advanced proficiency in English, with proven fluency at the C2 level. French, Spanish or Portuguese would be an advantage.
Ability to travel domestically and internationally as needed
Location: Hybrid, Portugal (Lisbon or Caldas da Rainha), France (Toulouse), Spain (Madrid), UK (South West)

What we have to offer you:

An excellent work environment and an opportunity to make a difference;
Salary Compatible with the level of proven experience.

Do you want to know more about us ?

Visit our LinkedIn page athttps://www.linkedin.com/company/tekever/

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