Technical/Product Sales Specialist

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Ottawa, ON, CAN
In-Office
108K-158K Annually
Senior level
Aerospace
The Role
Lead technical sales for Canadian Defence & Security contracts: identify and close opportunities, develop SOWs/proposals, build integrated project teams, align product roadmaps, manage stakeholders, and maintain CRM data while supporting R&D and long-sales-cycle account growth.
Summary Generated by Built In

Our Customer Service & Sales team is at the forefront of delivering excellence. By managing relationships, leading proactive solutions, and elevating the client experience, every interaction makes a difference. Join us to grow your career and contribute to CAE’s global mission of enhancing safety and readiness.

                                                                                                         

Description

  • Analyze the Canadian Defence & Security (D&S) sales landscape and collaborate with project teams and regional Business Development teams to identify and implement coordinated upselling strategies throughout the lifecycle of contracts
  • Lead and close sales opportunities in collaboration with Site and Project Managers, working within multidisciplinary engineering and business strategy teams
  • Develop Statements of Work (SOWs), technical solutions, cost estimates, governance frameworks, and proposals
  • Build and maintain a network of internal stakeholders across global product and solution teams to establish and lead Integrated Project Teams (IPTs) for targeted sales opportunities
  • Engage with clients to understand requirements and present tailored, value-driven solutions
  • Apply structured sales methodologies to identify opportunities, achieve annual sales objectives, and increase revenue from existing contracts
  • Develop, document, and execute IPT-specific sales strategies within D&S Canada
  • Report on sales engineering activities, priorities, and risks to senior management
  • Contribute to internal R&D initiatives by aligning customer needs with available technologies
  • Provide input into product line and technology roadmaps to support long-term strategic positioning
  • Support sales campaigns by providing technical expertise and process guidance
  • Maintain accurate customer and opportunity data in CRM systems such as Salesforce
  • Partner with Business Development teams to assess market needs, proactively engage customers, and build trusted client relationships

Minimum Qualifications

  • University degree in Engineering, Applied Sciences, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
  • 5–8 years of experience in technical sales, business development, or a related field
  • Experience using CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce)
  • Demonstrated experience in proposal and bid development, including working independently to meet deadlines
  • Strong communication skills (written and verbal) and stakeholder management capabilities
  • Basic knowledge of contracts, pricing, and financial concepts
  • Experience in industries with long sales cycles
  • Ability to travel within Canada up to 50%
  • Fluency in English
  • Eligibility to obtain Canadian Security Clearance and Controlled Goods Clearance
  • Eligibility to work in Canada (Canadian Citizen, Permanent Resident, or valid Work Permit)

Preferred Qualifications

  • Bilingualism in English and French
  • Advanced experience in negotiation and solution-based selling
  • Experience working in defence, aerospace, or government contracting environments
  • Familiarity with integrated project team (IPT) structures and cross-functional collaboration models
  • Experience contributing to product or technology roadmaps

Benefits

  • Company benefits plan
  • Pension plan
  • Employee stock purchase plan
  • Career development opportunities within a global organization
  • Domestic and international travel opportunities
  • Hybrid work model
  • Comprehensive health and wellness programs

Base Pay Range

Our total rewards package includes base pay and benefits, with final compensation determined by experience, skill, location, and internal equity.

$107,500K - $157,500K


About CAE

At CAE, our mission is clear: to help make the world a safer place. For nearly 80 years, we’ve driven innovation in simulation, training, and mission readiness to support critical operations worldwide. By leveraging advanced technologies, we empower our customers to operate smarter, faster, and more sustainably. Join a purpose-driven organization where bold ideas are encouraged, collaboration drives progress, and your growth fuels our shared success.

       

Position Type                      Regular

Equal Opportunity & Accommodations

CAE is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants, regardless of race, nationality, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, neurodiversity, veteran status, age, or other characteristics protected by law. We encourage applicants who may not meet every qualification to apply. Reasonable accommodations are available—contact your recruiter or email [email protected] if needed.

Data Privacy

Privacy Statement | CAE

As part of our process, we may use AI‑supported tools to help review applications, with human decision‑making at every step. CAE thanks all applicants for their interest. However, only those whose background and experience match the requirements of the role will be contacted.

Skills Required

  • University degree in Engineering, Applied Sciences, or related field or equivalent experience
  • 5-8 years of experience in technical sales, business development, or related field
  • Experience using CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce)
  • Demonstrated experience in proposal and bid development, meeting deadlines independently
  • Strong written and verbal communication and stakeholder management capabilities
  • Basic knowledge of contracts, pricing, and financial concepts
  • Experience in industries with long sales cycles
  • Ability to travel within Canada up to 50%
  • Fluency in English
  • Eligibility to obtain Canadian Security Clearance and Controlled Goods Clearance
  • Eligibility to work in Canada (Canadian Citizen, Permanent Resident, or valid Work Permit)
  • Bilingualism in English and French
  • Advanced experience in negotiation and solution-based selling
  • Experience in defence, aerospace, or government contracting environments
  • Familiarity with integrated project team (IPT) structures and cross-functional collaboration
  • Experience contributing to product or technology roadmaps
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The Company
HQ: Montreal, Quebec
10,806 Employees
Year Founded: 1947

What We Do

CAE is a high technology company, at the leading edge of digital immersion, providing solutions to make the world a safer place. Backed by a record of 75 years of industry firsts, we continue to reimagine the customer experience and revolutionize training and operational support solutions in civil aviation, defense and security, and healthcare. We are the partner of choice to customers worldwide who operate in complex, high-stakes and largely regulated environments, where successful outcomes are critical. Testament to our customers’ ongoing needs for our solutions, over 60 percent of CAE’s revenue is recurring in nature. We have the broadest global presence in our industry, with approximately 13,000 employees, 180 sites and training locations in over 35 countries

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