Staff Mission Solutions Engineer

For our client, we are seeking a Staff Mission Solutions Engineer to join the team of a leader in the Aerospace & Defense space.
This role serves as a key technical advisor supporting international defense and intelligence opportunities, with a focus on aligning complex mission needs to tailored satellite-based solutions. You will partner closely with commercial, legal, and compliance stakeholders to shape proposals that address customer requirements, procurement constraints, and regional considerations. The position also involves presenting to senior military and government audiences, strengthening trusted relationships, and helping position the company's offerings effectively in a highly specialized global market.
Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available
Compensation: $165,000 – $205,000 annually
Responsibilities
Lead technical advisory support for international defense and intelligence accounts in satellite sales
Translate customer mission requirements into tailored satellite proposals
Deliver technical presentations and product demonstrations to senior stakeholders
Respond to RFIs and RFPs with technical narratives and specifications
Understand procurement models and integration requirements for satellite systems
Advise on integration into customer GEOINT and ISR systems
Build trusted relationships with defense ministries and intelligence services
Represent the organization at international trade shows and government briefings
Coordinate with legal and compliance teams on international sales deals
Document lessons learned and competitive positioning
Qualifications
8+ years of experience in solutions engineering or sales engineering within remote sensing or satellite imaging
Knowledge of electro-optical satellite systems and ground architecture
Experience with international defense and intelligence sales
Understanding of export control and regional nuances
Familiarity with GEOINT and ISR workflows
Strong presentation skills for senior military and government audiences
Bachelor's degree in a relevant technical field or equivalent experience
Willingness to travel internationally 50% of the time
Fluency in English; additional languages are a plus
Benefits
100% coverage of employee-only premiums for medical, dental, and vision
15 days of PTO plus 11 company holidays and 4 floating holidays
401(k) with employer match
Flexible Spending Accounts
Employee Stock Purchase Program
Professional development opportunities
Employer matching donations
Choice of Mac or PC
Employee Assistance and Travel Assistance Programs
Awesome swag
Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification—your background could be exactly what this team needs.

Work arrangement
Yes