Sales Engineer (mfd)

What you can expect from us

Role Overview

The Sales Engineer (m / f / d) acts as the technical backbone of the Sales organization bridging the gap between customer requirements and engineering capabilities. This role supports the sales cycle with technical expertise prepares customerspecific product configurations and ensures that proposed solutions meet regulatory installation and commercial requirements including feasibility checks based on LOPA (Layout of Passenger Accommodation) investigations.

Ideal candidates are confident communicators with a passion for aviation engineering a structured working style and the ability to translate complex topics into clear customer value.

Your responsibilities

• Serve as the technical point of contact for airline customers during the sales process.
• Conduct LOPA investigations and assess seat integration feasibility based on aircraft layout interfaces and certification constraints.
• Translate customer needs into technically feasible seating configurations and option packages.
• Prepare technical proposals product specifications weight and dimension data and configuration documentation.
• Support commercial teams during bids RFPs and contract negotiations with technical input.
• Collaborate closely with Engineering Product Management Certification and Production.
• Conduct product presentations technical workshops and customer reviews.
• Maintain an uptodate understanding of ZIM products aviation standards and installation guidelines.
• Participate in industry events and customer visits as required.

Your skills

We offer

This highly engaging role sits at the intersection of engineering and customer interaction offering the opportunity to work on premium aircraft seating solutions used by airlines worldwide within a collaborative environment featuring short decision-making paths competitive compensation and strong professional development opportunities.

Other benefits such as 30 days vacation subsidized company pension scheme capital-forming benefits free parking on the company premises and good transport links

Contact

Ready for Take-off

Then become part of the ZIM team. We look forward to receiving your application.

If you have any questions please contact :

Laura Höß

Human Resources

About us

Discover the innovative world of ZIM Aircraft Seating GmbH a leading company in the development and manufacture of first-class aircraft seats for renowned airlines worldwide. Our customized solutions guarantee maximum comfort for passengers and optimal cabin interiors through intelligent design.

Since our foundation in 2008 we have continued to develop. We currently have three locations as we now have a third site in Greensboro America in addition to Markdorf and Immenstaad. With our team of around 170 dedicated employees and our majority affiliation with the AURELIUS Group a pan-European asset manager we set standards in the aviation industry.

Over 40 satisfied airline customers already rely on our top quality and German craftsmanship. Now we want to inspire you to join our mission. If you share a passion for change and the future of mobility youve come to the right place. We offer varied tasks in an international environment and an inspiring atmosphere where your ideas are welcome.

Are you ready to help shape the future of aviation Then come on board and experience the fascination of ZIM Aircraft Seating GmbH!

Required Experience :

IC

Key Skills

Laboratory Experience,Vendor Management,Design Controls,C / C++,FDA Regulations,Intellectual Property Law,ISO 13485,Research Experience,SolidWorks,Research & Development,Internet Of Things,Product Development

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1