General Dynamics Mission Systems

Defence and security

TechnicalSalesManager

CA$135–195k ~AI est. Calgary, Alberta, Canada FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for mid candidates.

The Brief

“Technical Sales Manager at General Dynamics Mission Systems. Skills: Technical sales, Solutions engineering, Defense industry technologies, Business value articulation. Promote and sell TacCIS products and services. Connect with prospects and customers”

What You'll Achieve.

Meet or exceed revenue targets

Industry & Context.

Defence and security
Problems you'll solve

Translate technical features into business benefits

Eligibility Requirements

Willingness to travel internationally, Security assessed workforce, Canadian Controlled Goods program registration

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, or related technical discipline, 10+ years in B2B technical sales or solutions engineering, Grasp of Defense industry technologies, Ability to conduct system architecture reviews, Translate specifications into business value, Solution selling methodology, Negotiation and contract management experience, Excellent presentation and storytelling abilities, High emotional intelligence, Ability to influence multiple stakeholders, Time management, Ability to work in fast paced environment, Willingness to travel internationally, Eligible to work in Canada, Meet all applicable security requirements, Obtain and maintain Canadian government security clearance

Nice to Have

Experience working with or familiarity with AI/ML models

What You'll Do.

Promote and sell TacCIS products and services

Connect with prospects and customers

Understand complex technical challenges

Articulate value of solutions

Close high value deals

Act as subject matter expert

Capture technical requirements

Validate potential solutions

Bridge gap between user needs and technical implementation

Build and maintain a network

Align with strategic vision

Design and deliver product demonstrations

Design and deliver Proof of Concepts

Support pricing models

Ensure solutions are feasible

Ensure solutions are correctly scoped

Ensure solutions are delivered on promise

Act as escalation point for technical issues

Ensure smooth hand off to execution team

Foster long-term relationships

Capture competitor activity

Capture emerging technologies

Feed insights back into teams

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Business Development team; End Users/Customers/Partners; Product management teams; Engineering teams; Customer; Partners; Product Line Management Lead

Communication Scope

Technical Presentations; Product demonstrations; Proof of Concepts; Storytelling abilities

Full Job Description

Build bold. Deliver impact. Win together. At General Dynamics Mission Systems–Canada, we’re not just engineering technology — we’re shaping the future of defence and security. Our teams design and deliver advanced, mission-critical solutions that enhance national security, strengthen communities, and protect the people we serve. If you’re looking for meaningful work that contributes to a safer, more secure world, you’ll find purpose here. Every day, your skills will directly impact programs that matter. The Technical Sales Manager, International TacCIS is responsible for promoting and selling our Tactical Communication and Information Systems (TacCIS) products and services Internationally. This position will connect with future prospects and existing customers and future prospects and existing partners to understand complex technical challenges, articulate the value of our solutions, and close high value deals. This role demands a deep grasp of the technology (software, hardware, or integrated systems), the ability to translate technical features into business benefits, and a relentless drive to meet or exceed revenue targets. Primary Responsibilities: * Subject matter expert to the Business Development team with an understanding of competitive positioning, and industry trends. * Collaborate with End Users/Customers/Partners to capture technical requirements, validating potential solutions, and bridging the gap between user needs and technical implementation. Building and maintaining a strong network and aligning with strategic vision. * Technical Presentations, Demos, and White Papers – Design and deliver product demonstrations and Proof of Concepts that address the end user/customer needs. * Proposal Development – Support proposals and pricing models in partnership with the product and pricing teams. * Cross Functional Collaboration – Work closely with the product management teams, engineering teams, Business Development, Customer, and partners, to ensure solution

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