Job ID: 114119
Location: Remote within 100 mile radius of Dallas TX to come in as needed
Schedule: 9/80
The Electro Optical Infrared Systems (EOIS) line of business within DRS has
locations in Dallas and Austin, TX, Melbourne, FL, and Cypress, CA. EOIS
develops, manufactures, and supports infrared and electro-optical solutions for
soldiers, ground vehicles and airborne platforms. We offer an exciting and
challenging work environment, a competitive salary and benefits package, and a
business culture that rewards performance.
Employing the world’s brightest. Supporting the world’s bravest.
JOB SUMMARY
Responsible for driving revenue growth and design wins for EOIS family
of thermal drone cameras engineered for UAV, UGV, and USV applications. This
role owns pipeline creation, account strategy, forecasting, and customer
engagement from evaluation through production ramp, with a focus on high-volume
OEM and integrator adoption. The ideal candidate combines technical sales
leadership; outstanding interpersonal skills; strong EO/IR and unmanned-systems
domain knowledge; and highly effective communication skills to position the
product line’s unique selling position.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
* Own an aggressive revenue growth plan for a family of thermal drone cameras
by executing the business plan aligned to short- and long-term growth
objectives.
* Develop and manage account plans and go-to-market strategies for OEM and
integrator customers building UAV, UGV, and USV platforms (Group 1-3 UAV
emphasis).
* Build and maintain a qualified pipeline focused on platform OEMs,
payload/gimbal integrators, autonomy stack providers, and government/prime
contractor channels.
* Lead sales forecasting (monthly rolling) using market data, customer program
timing, and production ramp expectations.
* Position technical differentiators for unmanned applications.
* Coordinate and manage customer technical product evaluations, integration
support, and serve as the primary point of contact for customer needs.
* Provide voice-of-customer insights to product management and engineering
management: roadmap priorities, configuration demand, pricing/volume
expectations, and competitive positioning.
* Monitor competitive activity and recommend strategy (positioning, channel
tactics, pricing/packaging, and account plays).
* Identify and support the right trade shows, demos, and field events focused
on unmanned systems, ISR payloads, and autonomy integration.
* Collaborate with Marketing to develop focused collateral (application briefs,
integration guides, case studies, data sheets) that emphasize the product
line’s right to win.
* Recruit and enable channel partners/representatives as appropriate; train
internal/external sellers on value proposition and qualification strategy.
* Represent the company at technical, social, and business events; maintain
relationships with customers, primes, integrators, and relevant government
stakeholders.
* Support and reinforce the mission, values, and culture of the company.
QUALIFICATIONS
* 7+ years’ experience in technical/B2B sales, preferably EO/IR sensors,
unmanned systems payloads, or defense electronics.
* Demonstrated success selling into OEM integration environments with long
design-in cycles and production ramp dynamics (from evaluation → design win →
volume).
* Strong understanding of ISR payload requirements for UAV/UGV/USV, including
SWaP-C tradeoffs and integration constraints.
* Working knowledge of manufacturing, quality, and engineering processes to
support technical sales engagements.
* Working familiarity with CRM tools to manage pipeline and account plans,
maintain accurate opportunity forecasting, and report customer/program
status.
* Familiarity with digital video interfaces and integration concepts relevant
to product’s positioning.
* Experience with Defense and commercial programs and working appropriately
with compliance teams.
* Excellent written and oral communication; strong presentation and executive
briefing skills.
* Ability to manage multiple accounts/opportunities and coordinate
cross-functional teams to closure.
U.S. Citizenship required. This position requires an active DOD security
clearance or the ability to obtain such clearance within a reasonable time after
commencement of employment.
Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to
offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical,
dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account,
telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k)
savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional,
and financial well-being. We develop our talent by offering programs and
activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill
enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the
importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program,
competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community
service hours.
*Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only
Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries provide equal opportunities to all
employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and
harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex,
national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other
characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.