Job Title: Technical Sales / Business Development Manager – Aerospace & Defence

Location: Oxford, Oxfordshire

Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm

VHR is working with a leading precision engineering company in Oxfordshire that supplies high-performance machined components to the Motorsport, Formula 1, and high-end automotive industries. As part of its growth strategy, the business is now expanding into the aerospace and defence markets.

We are seeking an experienced Technical Sales / Business Development Manager to drive this transition. This is a senior role with responsibility for winning new contracts, building relationships, and shaping the company’s future growth in aerospace and defence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop new business with aerospace and defence clients (OEMs, Tier 1 & Tier 2).
• Lead the sales cycle: identify opportunities, prepare RFQs/tenders, negotiate, and close.
• Build and manage strong relationships with procurement and engineering teams.
• Ensure proposals align with technical and production capabilities.
• Work closely with engineering, operations, and quality teams to deliver client requirements.
• Represent the company at trade shows, networking events, and client meetings.
• Report on pipeline, performance, and revenue generation.

Requirements:

• Proven success in technical sales or business development in precision engineering.
• Experience securing contracts within aerospace and/or defence sectors.
• Strong industry contacts and knowledge of procurement processes.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Commercial awareness of margins, pricing, and bid strategies.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel when required.

Package:

• Competitive salary (negotiable based on experience and revenue history).
• Performance-based commission.
• Pension, on-site parking, career progression opportunities.

This is a rare opportunity to take a respected engineering business into new markets and have direct impact on its growth strategy.