
Sales Engineer - Electronic Warfare, United States (Remote)
Silvus Technologies · California, United States
- On site
- Full-time
- $170,000 / year
- California, United States
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Job highlights
- Provide technical sales and support for EW solutions.
- Demonstrate and train customers on advanced products.
- Troubleshoot field issues and provide feedback.
- Influence future product development with insights.
- Travel extensively for customer engagements.
About the role
About Motorola Solutions & Silvus Technologies
At Motorola Solutions, we believe that everything starts with our people. We’re a global close-knit community, united by the relentless pursuit to help keep people safer everywhere. We build and connect technologies to help protect people, property and places. Our solutions foster the collaboration that’s critical for safer communities, safer schools, safer hospitals, safer businesses, and ultimately, safer nations. Connect with a career that matters, and help us build a safer future.
Silvus Technologies was acquired by Motorola Solutions in 2025, and is now part of its ecosystem of safety and security technologies. With deep roots in DARPA research, Silvus Technologies develops world-class advanced communications technologies that are reshaping the tactical communications landscape. From pure line-of-sight to extreme non-line-of-sight, Silvus radios form a self-healing, self-forming mesh network, enabling secure and reliable connectivity, including video and high-bandwidth data.
The Opportunity
Silvus Technologies is seeking a Sales Engineer – Electronic Warfare to work closely with the Sales, Marketing, and Business Development teams to provide our customers with tailored solutions to meet their needs. The successful individual in this role will participate in technical sales, demonstrations, and support of Silvus' family of advanced electronic warfare sensing solutions. Sales Engineers also play a key role in influencing product development.
This position reports to the Director of Sales Engineering on the Sales Engineering team. This opportunity is well-suited for an entrepreneurial technologist who enjoys interacting with customers, has a healthy sense of adventure, and enjoys traveling. This position is eligible for 100% remote work depending on location.
Role And Responsibilities
- Provide pre- and post-sales technical support including system planning, customer training, system optimization, etc.
- Become an expert on the operation and application of Silvus' sensing products and solutions and its advantages over competing technologies.
- Prepare and conduct product demonstrations for customer visits and equipment evaluations.
- Visit customer sites to provide technical support and deliver training.
- Troubleshoot failures and abnormal situations in the field.
- Collect and analyze field failures and abnormalities and provide feedback to the development team.
- Help the Design and R&D Engineers reproduce and troubleshoot problems.
- Participate in resource allocation and hardware maintenance to support different sales and business development activities.
- Help drive future product development.
- Perform other related duties of which the above are representative.
- Travel requirements – 50%; frequent travel for meetings, events, and demonstrations.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or other related technical fields with at least 2 years of demonstrated experience in a pre- and post-sales technical support position; OR High School Diploma/GED with at least 6 years of experience in a pre- and post-sales technical support position.
- A minimum of 3-5 years of experience in Defense technology, EW, SIGINT, ISR, RF sensing, or adjacent domains.
- Proficiency with radio frequency instruments such as signal generators and spectrum analyzers.
- Willingness to travel and work at customer sites.
- Security Clearance: Active U.S. Government SECRET clearance or the ability to obtain one within 15 months of hire.
- Must be a U.S. Citizen due to clients under U.S. government contracts.
- All employment is contingent upon the successful clearance of a background check and drug test.
Preferred Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
- Familiarity with Linux.
- Proficiency with TCP/IP protocol and networking.
- Experience with operating and testing IP radios/modems.
- Knowledge of wireless communication systems, radio frequency signal propagation, and digital communication technologies.
- Proficiency with programming languages such as C/C++.
- Excellent organization skills and attention to detail.
- Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills.
Working Conditions & Physical Requirements
- Trade shows.
- Outdoor environment for demos.
- Occasional exposure to heat, cold, and allergens while performing tests or demonstrations in the field.
- Lift equipment up to 50 lbs. for the set-up of demonstrations and testing.
Compensation
$80,000 - $120,000 / annual base salary plus commissions. OTE potential: up to $170,000.
The pay range is NOT a guarantee. It is based on market research and peer data and will vary depending on the candidate’s experience and qualifications.
Basic Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or other related technical fields with at least 2 years of demonstrated experience in a pre- and post-sales technical support position; OR High School Diploma/GED with at least 6 years of experience in a pre- and post-sales technical support position.
- A minimum of 3-5 years of experience in Defense technology, EW, SIGINT, ISR, RF sensing, or adjacent domains.
- Security Clearance: Active U.S. Government SECRET clearance or the ability to obtain one within 15 months of hire.
- Must be a U.S. Citizen due to clients under U.S. government contracts.
- All employment is contingent upon the successful clearance of a background check and drug test.
Key skills/competency
- Sales Engineering
- Electronic Warfare
- RF Sensing
- Technical Support
- Product Demonstrations
- Customer Training
- Defense Technology
- SIGINT
- ISR
- Wireless Communication Systems
Skills & topics
- Sales Engineer
- Electronic Warfare
- Technical Sales
- RF Sensing
- Defense Technology
- SIGINT
- ISR
- Motorola Solutions
- Silvus Technologies
- Remote Job
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your experience in defense technology, EW, SIGINT, ISR, RF sensing, and pre/post-sales technical support, matching keywords from the job description for the Sales Engineer - Electronic Warfare role.
- Showcase technical expertise: Emphasize your proficiency with RF instruments like signal generators and spectrum analyzers, and any experience with Linux, TCP/IP, or C/C++.
- Prepare for technical interviews: Be ready to discuss your understanding of wireless communication systems, RF propagation, and digital communication technologies.
- Demonstrate customer focus: Prepare examples of how you've provided excellent pre- and post-sales support, conducted effective product demonstrations, and delivered customer training.
- Highlight clearance readiness: Clearly state your active U.S. Government SECRET clearance or your ability to obtain one within 15 months.
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the salary range for the Sales Engineer - Electronic Warfare position at Silvus Technologies?
- The annual base salary for the Sales Engineer - Electronic Warfare role at Silvus Technologies ranges from $80,000 to $120,000, with an On-Target Earnings (OTE) potential of up to $170,000, including commissions. Please note that the final salary offered will depend on the candidate's experience and qualifications.
- Is this Sales Engineer - Electronic Warfare role remote or on-site?
- This Sales Engineer - Electronic Warfare position is eligible for 100% remote work, depending on the candidate's location. However, the role does require significant travel (50-75%) for customer meetings, events, and demonstrations.
- What are the basic educational and experience requirements for the Sales Engineer - Electronic Warfare job?
- A Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related technical field with at least 2 years of pre- and post-sales technical support experience is required. Alternatively, a High School Diploma/GED with at least 6 years of relevant experience is acceptable. Additionally, 3-5 years of experience in defense technology, EW, SIGINT, ISR, or RF sensing is necessary.
- What kind of technical skills are essential for the Sales Engineer - Electronic Warfare role?
- Essential technical skills include proficiency with radio frequency instruments like signal generators and spectrum analyzers. Preferred skills include familiarity with Linux, TCP/IP protocol, networking, operating IP radios/modems, wireless communication systems, RF signal propagation, digital communication technologies, and programming languages like C/C++.
- Does the Sales Engineer - Electronic Warfare position require a security clearance?
- Yes, an active U.S. Government SECRET clearance is required, or the ability to obtain one within 15 months of hire. Due to client requirements under U.S. government contracts, candidates must also be a U.S. Citizen.
- What is the travel expectation for the Sales Engineer - Electronic Warfare role?
- The Sales Engineer - Electronic Warfare position requires significant travel, with estimates ranging from 50% to 75% of the time. This travel is necessary for customer visits, meetings, events, and demonstrations.
- What are the key responsibilities of a Sales Engineer - Electronic Warfare at Silvus Technologies?
- Key responsibilities include providing pre- and post-sales technical support, conducting product demonstrations, training customers, troubleshooting field issues, gathering feedback for the development team, and driving future product development. You will also act as an expert on Silvus' sensing products and solutions.
