Defence & Security

For defence sales jobs or military systems sales vacancies Aarca is the leading specialist sales recruitment agency in the Midlands area. From our base in the West Midlands we have successfully found defence sales jobs in the Midlands for many sales professionals. We have a wide range of defence sales jobs including weapon systems sales, electronic warfare systems sales, communications sales, and C4ISTAR sales roles as well as many other defence sales jobs across the UK.

Defence Sales Recruitment Consultant – Solihull, West Midlands.

As the one of the UK’s leading recruiting experts in business to business sales, Aarca Recruitment has a superb reputation in the marketplace, with a well known and respected brand name in our field. Aarca Recruitment focuses on quality, rather than numbers, by truly understanding our clients and candidates, locally and globally, and by providing extensive knowledge and expertise in our market sectors, in a wide array of industries. We are the trusted name for Blue Chip companies worldwide looking for the most successful sales professionals in the market.

  • Type: Permanent
  • Start: IMMEDIATE
  • Reference: RMS915
  • Regions: West Midlands, South Midlands

Sales Executive – Satellite Technology – South East

THE ROLE:

A leader in the field of Satellite Imaging Technology is looking to recruit a Sales Executive to join their already successful team.
You will lead the generation of new business within the high resolution imaging services department and work closely with the Sales & Marketing Director to develop new business, prepare proposals, negotiate and win contracts.
The ideal candidate will have sales experience in remote sensing products and have a proven technical sales track record.

  • Type: Permanent
  • Start: asap
  • Reference: 15114
  • Regions: London, South East

Commercial Officer – Refuelling Equipment – Southern England

THE ROLE:

A leading global manufacturer of aviation, marine, ground refuelling equipment and systems to Commercial Oil Companies, Aircraft Refuelling Companies and Defence markets worldwide is looking to recruit a Commercial Officer to produce bids and support the sales function.
Reporting to the Sales Manager, You will liaise with the sales office and design office to produce comprehensive and compelling bids along with supporting technical and commercial documentation. You will interface with the customer to manage not just the bid process but also the contract from award through to equipment delivery and post-sale support. As part of the sales and marketing team the Commercial Officer will also support enabling and PDS (Post Design Services) contracts with the UK MoD.
A background in engineering especially within vehicle manufacture would be a distinct advantage as would experience as an Internal Sales Engineer or Estimator.

  • Type: Permanent
  • Start: ASAP
  • Reference: 15111
  • Regions: South West, West Midlands, South Midlands

International Sales Support Co-ordinator – London

THE ROLE:

A renowned supplier of security screening equipment is looking to recruit a Sales and Customer Support Co-ordinator to assist the 3 Export Managers.
You will be handling security product sales to overseas dealers and end users from preparation and distribution of quotations and proposals to ensuring the order is secured.
You will also be responsible for responding to requests from clients promptly and prepare tenders and bids. A key component of the role is the organising and preparation of exhibitions internationally and in the United Kingdom.
This is a well paid role set in the heart of London.

  • Type: Permanent
  • Start: ASAP
  • Reference: 15062
  • Region: London

Presales/Business Consultant – Defence IT Solutions - International

THE ROLE:

An internationally renowned provider of manpower simulation software packages to defence and military organisations is looking to recruit a Business Consultant. You will have an outstanding record of success of selling similar software packages into the military or alternatively have a proven background of selling software solutions into industry.
You will have an outstanding track record of presenting a compelling business case for using your company’s packages and delivering solutions tailored to client need. You will have experience in the international sales arena. Importantly you will have the gravitas and credibility to sell to high ranking officers in international armed forces.

  • Type: Permanent
  • Start: ASAP
  • Reference: 15061
  • Region: National/UK Role

Business Development Manager – Defence IT Solutions - International

THE ROLE:

An internationally renowned provider of manpower simulation software packages to defence and military organisations is looking to recruit a Business Development Manager. You will have an outstanding record of success of selling similar software packages into the military or alternatively have a proven background of selling software solutions at director level into industry.
You will be motivated by winning 6 figure sales and have an outstanding level of success in the international sales arena. Importantly you will have the gravitas and credibility to sell to at least 4 Star General Level.

  • Type: Permanent
  • Start: ASAP
  • Reference: 15059
  • Region: National/UK Role

Service Support Engineer - DVB – Maritime Communications

THE ROLE:

A leader in the field of Maritime communication system provision is, due to expansion of the department, looking to recruit a Support Engineer to work within their Network Operations Centre.
You will have experience in the installation and servicing of maritime VSAT Systems in particular SeaTel and or Inmarsat and will have a technical qualification in computer sciences, electronics or communications engineering.
This position will work on a 4 days on 4 days off shift pattern of 12 hour shifts, (including one unpaid hour for lunch). It is a flexible rota with a mixture of days and nights. The day shift is currently either 8am to 8pm or 11am to 11pm and the night shift is currently 8pm to 8am. The rota is subject to change should business needs dictate. We only wish to see CV’s from people who are happy to work on this basis.

  • Type: Permanent
  • Start: asap
  • Reference: 15056
  • Regions: South East, South

Account Manager – Telecommunications – Scotland

THE ROLE:

A leader in the field of Radio Frequency communications and Microwave component technology is looking to recruit an experienced Salesperson to become their Account Manager for the Oil & Gas Industry and the military in Scotland. This position will see you become the key sales component in Scotland and will also see you servicing clients in Ireland and Scandinavia. You will be experienced in the sale of RF and Microwave communication preferably within a broadcast environment in markets such as military and Oil & Gas industries.
This role demands that you are technically adept and will be able to talk and sell to a wide range of technical professionals with credibility.

  • Type: Permanent
  • Start: asap
  • Reference: 15041
  • Region: Scotland

Regional Sales Managers – Emissions Monitoring – North America

THE ROLE:

2 Regional Sales managers are required for a market leading emissions monitoring company, based in the United Kingdom. These Regional Sales Management roles will cover the whole of North America and will involve selling a range of emission monitoring equipment and solutions to a wide variety of clients within the marine industry. Experience within the industry is not necessary. A proven track record of technical sales achievement on the international stage is essential however; as this position will require that your sales, new business and account management capabilities are first class. Reporting directly to the Sales Director, you are fully responsible for hitting all your targets for the sales area.

  • Type: Permanent
  • Start: ASAP
  • Reference: 15003
  • Regions: National/UK Role, INT - North America

Customer Support Engineer – RF And Microwave Satellite Comms

THE ROLE:

A leader in the field of Radio Frequency and Microwave component technology is looking to recruit an experienced RF Engineer to become their Customer Support Engineer. This newly created position will see you become the external sales support to a wide variety of clients both nationally and internationally. You will be experienced in RF and microwave communication commissioning, installation and training. This role will see you act as the liaison for clients who will have a need and want to discuss feasibility and design issues as well as issues surrounding installation and initial surveying of sites. You will then liaise with the sales function in order to come to the appropriate outcome. You will also play a key part in the installation process on site.
This role demands that you are technically adept and will be able to talk to clients with credibility. A background in military satellite communications would be a distinct advantage.

  • Type: Permanent
  • Start: ASAP
  • Reference: 14992
  • Regions: East Midlands, London, South East

Area Technical Manager – Satellite Communication – Southern England

THE ROLE:

A leader in the field of Radio Frequency and Microwave component technology is looking to recruit an experienced RF Engineer to become their Area Technical Manager for Southern England. This newly created position will see you become the internal and external sales support to a wide variety of clients. You will be experienced in RF design, planning and application. This role will see you act as the problem solver for clients who will have a need and want to discuss feasibility and design issues. You will then liaise with the sales function in order to come to the appropriate outcome.
This role demands that you are technically adept and will be able to talk to engineers with credibility.

  • Type: Permanent
  • Start: asap
  • Reference: 14966
  • Regions: South West, West Midlands, East Midlands, East & East Anglia, South East, South Midlands, South

French Speaking Sales And Operations Manager – Geneva Based – Communications / Radio Equipment

Our prestigious client seeks a strategic and highly motivated Sales and Operations Manager who will provide leadership and lead the sales growth within the UN, humanitarian and aid markets. Your experience in these markets, technical knowledge of HF radios, associated systems and adjacent technologies, as well as applied knowledge of world-class account management practices will support your success and contribution to the Radio Communications Leadership team.

  • Type: Permanent
  • Start: ASAP
  • Reference: 14960
  • Regions: International, INT - Central Europe

Materials Manager – High Volume Manufacturing Environment

THE ROLE:

A Materials Manager position has arisen with a market leading high volume manufacturing company. This Materials Management role will see you lead the materials management team, comprising of material planning, production planning, warehouse, goods receiving, shipping and shop floor logistics as well as site purchasing. You will possess specialized knowledge and technical expertise in practice and implementation of all aspects of materials management including: MRP, SIOP, forecasting, capacity planning, warehouse management and KANBAN.
You will also have 5+ years working in Supply Chain/ Materials Management.

  • Type: Permanent
  • Start: ASAP
  • Reference: 14953
  • Regions: South West, South

Design/Project Engineer – Metal Fabrication

THE ROLE:

A specialist in the manufacture of bulk handling machinery is looking for an experienced Design Engineer to be involved in the design of their high specification Capital Equipment. You will have at least 5 years experience in the design of Metal fabricated parts, pipework and ducting. Knowledge of welding processes and aluminium would be a distinct advantage.
This role, working in a small design team will see you take an active part in the project management of production of a variety of machinery and projects.
This is an exciting role for a Design Engineer who is looking to get involved in project engineering.

  • Type: Permanent
  • Start: ASAP
  • Reference: 14934
  • Regions: West Midlands, North Midlands, East Midlands, South Midlands

Sales Director – UK And International Sales – Industrial And Manufacturing

THE ROLE:

A prominent player in the manufacture of high performance adhesives and sealants into a wide variety of Industries such as manufacturing, construction, cosmetics, medical, retail, pharmaceutical and graphics is looking for a dynamic Sales Director to lead a team of ambitious sales professionals.
You will have an excellent track record of motivating salespeople selling technical products into industry both within the UK and internationally. You will have the ability to motivate and lead through a combination of charisma, entrepreneurial skill and experience gleaned from a long and distinguished sales career.
A foreign language would be a distinct advantage as would a relevant degree. Most importantly the desire to direct my client’s sales team to new heights is the key in this demanding and rewarding role.

  • Type: Permanent
  • Start: ASAP
  • Reference: 14912
  • Region: National/UK Role

Senior Digital/Analogue/Mixed Signal Test Engineer

THE ROLE:

Due to an unprecedented rise in the marketplace, a highly respected provider of cutting edge solutions in microwave video/data link systems is looking to recruit an experienced Senior Digital/Analogue/Mixed Signal Test Engineer.
You will have an excellent track record in the testing of a range of technology including; video, digital, mixed signal, analogue and power supply products from module to system level. You will have the necessary expertise and character to identify how these particular products work in concert with associated technology and be able to manage its development from design to production stage. You will ideally have experience of working for an organisation that supplies to the security services, armed forces and the police services.

  • Type: Permanent
  • Start: ASAP
  • Reference: 14892
  • Region: National/UK Role

Senior RF Test Engineer - Digital Video Systems

THE ROLE:

Due to an unprecedented rise in the marketplace, a highly respected provider of cutting edge solutions in microwave and RF jamming technology is looking to recruit an experienced Senior RF Test Engineer.
You will have an excellent track record in the testing of a range of technology including; small and large signal RF amplifiers, Oscillators and “one off” microwave products from module to system level. You will have the necessary expertise and character to identify how these particular products work in concert with associated technology and be able to manage its development from design to production stage. You will ideally have experience of working for an organisation that supplies to the security services, armed forces and the police service.

  • Type: Permanent
  • Start: ASAP
  • Reference: 14893
  • Regions: National/UK Role, South East

Recruitment Divisional Leader – Defence & Security - Solihull, West Midlands

Aarca currently has an exciting career opportunity for an established recruitment consultant, to lead and manage our Defence & Security Sales Recruitment Division, with the opportunity to develop and progress your career into management.

The Opportunity:

Are you a successful recruitment consultant? Are you frustrated by the lack of opportunity to manage and grow a team? Do you want a clearly defined progression path, with the ability to increase your salary dramatically through achieving positive results and realistic targets?

Due to a company restructure we are now looking for an ambitious individual to start their own team dealing in the defence & security sales market, encompassing Defence & Security Technologies, Communications Equipment, Detection Solutions, Surveillance Technology, Vehicles – Land & Air, Weapons and Marine Defence and Specialist Security Solutions sales.

Your remit will be to run the Defence & Security Sales Recruitment Division within Aarca dealing with an established database of prestigious clients and candidates.

Firstly we need you to develop the Defence & Security sector as a specialist, hit targets and consistently achieve good business levels.

Once achieved you will have the opportunity to recruit further members of your team to increase the size and billing potential of your very own division. The growth will be as rapid as you can justify, each division will grow to its own ability regardless of the performance of other teams. Your destiny really is in your own hands.

If you have recruitment experience and believe you can demonstrate your ability to successfully penetrate and develop consistent business within this marketplace then we would like to speak to you now.

The Company:


Aarca is a well established, highly successful, independently owned specialist sales recruitment agency now in our tenth year, based in Shirley, Solihull. We offer fantastic career development opportunities, as well as a fun, dynamic environment to work in, and one of the best commission and incentive schemes in the industry.

Aarca can provide the platform for your career to take off and earning potential to well exceed that of Solicitors, Doctors and Dentists!

Due to our current expansion plans this is an extremely exciting time to be at Aarca.

  • Type: Permanent
  • Start: IMMEDIATE
  • Reference: RSRecConDefence
  • Region: West Midlands

Defence & Security Sales Recruitment Divisional Leader

Aarca currently has an exciting career opportunity for an established recruitment consultant, to lead and manage our Defence & Security Sales Recruitment Division, with the opportunity to develop and progress your career into management.

The Opportunity:

Are you a successful recruitment consultant? Are you frustrated by the lack of opportunity to manage and grow a team? Do you want a clearly defined progression path, with the ability to increase your salary dramatically through achieving positive results and realistic targets?

Due to a company restructure we are now looking for an ambitious individual to start their own team dealing in the defence & security sales market, encompassing Defence & Security Technologies, Communications Equipment, Detection Solutions, Surveillance Technology, Vehicles – Land & Air, Weapons and Marine Defence and Specialist Security Solutions sales.

Your remit will be to run the Defence & Security Sales Recruitment Division within Aarca dealing with an established database of prestigious clients and candidates.

Firstly we need you to develop the Defence & Security sector as a specialist, hit targets and consistently achieve good business levels.

Once achieved you will have the opportunity to recruit further members of your team to increase the size and billing potential of your very own division. The growth will be as rapid as you can justify, each division will grow to its own ability regardless of the performance of other teams. Your destiny really is in your own hands.

If you have recruitment experience and believe you can demonstrate your ability to successfully penetrate and develop consistent business within this marketplace then we would like to speak to you now.

The Company:


Aarca is a well established, highly successful, independently owned specialist sales recruitment agency now in our tenth year, based in Shirley, Solihull. We offer fantastic career development opportunities, as well as a fun, dynamic environment to work in, and one of the best commission and incentive schemes in the industry.

Aarca can provide the platform for your career to take off and earning potential to well exceed that of Solicitors, Doctors and Dentists!

Due to our current expansion plans this is an extremely exciting time to be at Aarca.

  • Type: Permanent
  • Start: IMMEDIATE
  • Reference: AarcaRecConDefence
  • Regions: West Midlands, South Midlands

Sales & Marketing Manager – Land Systems - Defence

THE ROLE:

A Sales & Marketing Manager position has arisen with a World Leader in the development of electronics and telecommunications software and hardware for military applications within the land vehicle market based in the Midlands. This Sales & Marketing Management role, covering a sales territory of the United Kingdom and Europe, will involve visiting existing and targeted clients, manage key accounts to maximise revenue and as part of a team, formulate a five year sales forecast in accordance to the company’s long term strategy. Reporting directly to the Business Development Director, you are fully responsible for hitting all your targets for the sales area.

  • Type: Permanent
  • Start: ASAP
  • Reference: 14853
  • Regions: South West, West Midlands, South Midlands, Wales