Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Frontgrade Technologies builds mission-critical electronics and integrated solutions for aerospace and defense markets. The Territory Growth Manager drives bookings and pipeline growth for the Motion Control portfolio in the Integrated Solutions SBU, managing customer relationships and expanding business across the assigned North territory and eastern Canada.
Responsibilities
- Own the commercial strategy and execution for assigned territory within the Integrated Solutions SBU focused on Motion Control and passive RF capabilities. These capabilities include, but are not limited to: antennas, waveguides, rotary joints, SADA/SADEs, motors, gimbals, actuators, and slip rings
- The North territory is defined as CT, DC, DE, IA, IL, IN, KY, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, NH, NJ, NY, OH, PA, RI, VA, VT, WI, WV, and eastern Canada
- Identify and prioritize core/emerging customers and programs aligned with Frontgrade’s capabilities and AOP objectives
- Conduct market analysis to understand competitive dynamics, demand trends, and whitespace opportunities
- Proactively identify new business opportunities through customer engagement, networking, and industry research
- Build and maintain a robust pipeline of qualified opportunities across the territory — including both forecasted and early-stage pursuits
- Qualify opportunities based on customer funding, technical alignment, and probability-of-win (P-win)
- Collaborate with Strategic Business Development and Solution Architect functions to shape pre-RFP opportunities and transition them into executable pursuits when funded
- Leverage CRM (Salesforce) to maintain accurate opportunity data, forecasts, and pursuit progress
- Manage relationships across a portfolio of emerging accounts — ensuring responsiveness, professionalism, and customer satisfaction
- Serve as the customer’s primary commercial point of contact for pricing, program status, and general inquiries
- Conduct regular account reviews, virtual and in-person meetings, and customer visits to maintain engagement and identify new needs
- Coordinate with Inside Sales Managers for quoting, order entry, and backlog visibility
- Partner with Strategic Business Development and Solution Architects to align customer requirements with Frontgrade’s technical offerings and develop compelling value propositions
- Work with Growth Operations to ensure quoting accuracy, CRM compliance, and forecast discipline
- Collaborate with Program Management, Finance, and Operations to ensure smooth execution of awarded business and follow-on opportunities
- Engage Brand and Marketing to develop targeted campaigns, events, or collateral supporting territory objectives
- Maintain accurate, timely forecasts for bookings and pipeline within the assigned territory
- Participate in weekly forecast reviews with the Vice President of Sales - Integrated Solutions
- Contribute to Sales Council meetings with updates on territory performance, risk assessments, and growth plans
- Ensure compliance with Frontgrade’s governance processes — including Bid/No-Bid reviews and Delegation of Authority (DoA)
- Stay current on customer funding priorities, government budgets, and competitive developments within assigned market segments
- Gather and share intelligence with Strategic Pursuits and the CTO organization to inform product roadmaps and capture planning
- Represent Frontgrade at industry events, conferences, and trade shows to build brand awareness and generate leads
Skills
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or related field required
- 10+ years of experience in sales, business development, or account management within Defense, Aerospace, Space, or high-technology sectors
- Proven success in developing new customer relationships and achieving revenue targets
- Experience using CRM systems (Salesforce)
- Understanding of government contracting, proposal processes, and funding cycles
Benefits
- Competitive health, wealth, and wellbeing benefits from day one
- Real opportunities to learn, grow, and advance
- Immediate Medical (FSA and HSA), Dental, and Vision
- 401K Match with 100% immediate vesting
- 9X80 compressed work schedule for qualifying roles
- Career Opportunity and Growth
- Tuition Reimbursement/Student Loan Repayment
- Generous PTO and 11 paid Holidays per year (9 designated holidays and 2 floating holidays)
- 8 weeks of 100% Paid Family Leave
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