Senior Sales Associate
Listed on 2026-01-17
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Sales
Technical Sales, Sales Engineer
Sales Associate – Defense Tech – USA, West Florida
Darwin has partnered with an ambitious early-stage Defense Tech start-up with huge potential.
Currently expanding into developing autonomous systems, this is an excellent opportunity to join their new and growing maritime division. They are looking for a Sales Associate to support growth in 2026.
The Sales Associate will play a central role in supporting commercial growth by managing customer interactions, developing new leads, and assisting with day-to-day sales activities. Working onsite alongside the Sales Director and engineering teams, this role acts as a vital link between customers and the business, bridging technical and commercial discussions. You will gather and interpret customer requirements, contribute to the sales lifecycle, and ensure clear, effective communication across all stakeholders.
WhyJoin?
- Start-up with a strong and unique value proposition.
- Well-funded and positioned for high growth.
- Opportunity to work with cutting‑edge technology for autonomous technology in the maritime industry.
- At least three years of experience in sales, ideally within Maritime or the Defense sector.
- Highly organized with excellent attention to detail.
- Strong communication skills.
- Proficiency with CRM platforms such as Hub Spot, Salesforce, or equivalent.
- Able to work full‑time onsite in West Florida.
- Valid driver’s license with the flexibility to travel for client meetings, demonstrations, and site visits.
- Previous Military experience.
- Knowledge of autonomous technology.
- Understanding of DOD processes.
Darwin Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Geoffrey Knapp
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