Technical Sales Engineer - Sheet Metal

About the Company

InterConnect Wiring, founded in 1993, is the leading manufacturer of electrical wiring harnesses and avionics panels for Aerospace and Defense (A&D) programs such as the F‑15, F‑16, F‑22, C‑130 and vertical‑lift aircraft. InterConnect also manufactures sheet‑metal parts for aviation applications. With decades of experience, the company supports aircraft modernization, sustainment, and production for an aircraft’s Electrical Wiring Interconnection System (EWIS). More information, including product details, quality certifications, licenses, photos, and videos, is available at www.interconnect-wiring.com.

Key Technical Expert – Sheet Metal Fabrication

This role provides technical expertise for sheet‑metal fabrication, bridging sales, engineering, and production to ensure accurate product definition, quoting, and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Understand sheet‑metal fabrication processes (cutting, bending, spot welding) and machinery (CNC, mill, router, punch, brake, CMM).
• Write outlines that define specific product requirements for sales quotations and for engineering/manufacturing execution.
• Translate technical information from prints and models into formats understandable by sales and production teams.
• Sales Support
  • Assist the sales team in preparing accurate and competitive quotes.
  • Accompany business‑development personnel on customer‑site visits to identify and understand customer needs.
  • Provide technical product knowledge, material selection guidance, pricing, and manufacturing capability information.
• Collaboration
  • Serve as the point of contact for sales and business development on technical questions.
  • Bridge the gap between sales, engineering, and production teams to ensure accurate technical information is shared.
  • Coordinate with engineering, sales, and business development to thoroughly understand internal capabilities and company goals.
  • Maintain sensitive information with discretion and confidentiality.
• Quality Compliance
  • Ensure compliance with safety regulations and quality standards.
  • Assist the company with NADCAP activities, including maintaining merit status.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in sheet‑metal fabrication and design.
• 3+ years of technical sales support experience in a related field.
• Familiarity with typical machinery such as mills, punches, and press brakes.
• Experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings.
• Strong mechanical and technical aptitude.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of NADCAP, ISO, and AS quality standards.
• Background in cost estimation or aerospace manufacturing.