Sales Support Pilot - Santa Ana, CA
Company: Cirrus Design Corporation
Location: Schenectady
Posted on: February 16, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Cirrus Aircraft’s Mission is to
deliver an aviation experience that is the pinnacle of innovation,
quality, and safety to our customers. Cirrus Aircraft is the
recognized global leader in personal aviation and the maker of the
best-selling SR Series piston aircraft and the Vision Jet™, the
world’s first single engine Personal Jet and recipient of the 2017
Robert J. Collier Trophy. Founded in 1984, the company has
redefined performance, comfort and safety in aviation with
innovations like the Cirrus Airframe Parachute System® (CAPS®) –
the first FAA-certified whole-airframe parachute safety system
included as standard equipment on an aircraft. To date, worldwide
flight time on Cirrus aircraft has passed 16 million hours and over
250 people have returned home safely to their families as a result
of the inclusion of CAPS® as a standard feature on all Cirrus
aircraft. Find out more at cirrusaircraft.com. Cirrus offers a
competitive benefits package and is dedicated to the advancement of
general aviation. The Cirrus Flying Club offers employees and their
family members the unique opportunity to obtain their private
pilot’s license in the comfort of a Cirrus or rent a Cirrus for an
impromptu adventure at a greatly reduced rate. We are committed to
investing in the future of our employees and company by offering
professional development and career progression opportunities and
we engage employees by offering several employee and family events
throughout the year, as well as the opportunity to take part in
activity clubs and community events. Job Summary: This role will
focus on planning and executing demos, providing event support, and
collaborating with Regional Sales Directors to develop their
territories. Extensive travel will be required. Duties and
Responsibilities/Essential Functions: Prospecting in underserved
Retail Markets Find and qualify retail prospects through
appropriate background research on prospects needs, ?nancial
condition and key personnel. Develop and qualify leads in Vertical
and Emerging Markets. Effectively use the technical sales and
promotional resources available from Cirrus Marketing. Prepare and
effectively present general and special purpose sales presentations
on Cirrus products. Event Planning and Execution throughout the
region as assigned by the Regional Sales Director. Utilize
territory health and business plans to inform event strategies and
approaches. Plan, organize, and execute a variety of events, and
promotional activities. Develop event concepts and themes that
align with organizational goals Work closely with Regional Sales
Directors to identify underdeveloped areas and opportunities for
growth. Demo Planning & Execution Coordinate the logistics and
execution of product demonstrations. Ensure that demos are
effectively communicated and engaging for potential clients.
Reporting & Analysis Track and analyze event performance, providing
insights and recommendations for future events. Prepare post-event
reports detailing successes and areas for improvement.
Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual
must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The
requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge,
skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be
made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform
the essential functions. Bachelor’s degree or 3-5 yrs. of
experience in Sales & Marketing FAA Commercial Pilot Instrument
Certificate, and second class medical required – CFII preferred 1
year of prior sales or marketing experience desired Advanced MS
Office knowledge; computer software and internet proficiency
Outgoing personality with expertise at developing relationships
(i.e., a “people person") Excellent verbal/written communication
skills Competencies: To perform the job successfully, an individual
should demonstrate the following competencies: Customer Focus:
Builds strong customer relationships and delivers customer-centric
solutions. Interpersonal Savvy: Relates openly and comfortably with
diverse groups of people. Builds Networks: Effectively builds
formal and informal relationship networks inside and outside the
organization. Drives Results: Consistently achieves results, even
under tough circumstances. Persuades: Uses compelling arguments to
gain the support and commitment of others. Ensures Accountability:
Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments. Cirrus
provides a range of exciting benefits, including: 401(k) Plan :
Dollar-for-dollar match up to 5% after 90 days, with 100% vesting.
Employer-Paid Coverages : Group term life, short- and long-term
disability insurance. Comprehensive Health Coverage : Medical,
vision, dental, with additional dependent coverage options. Free
Health Tracking : With rewards for meeting health goals. Generous
PTO : 120 hours accrued within the first year. Employee Referral
Bonus : For referring talented candidates. Career Development :
Tuition reimbursement and professional growth opportunities.
Exclusive Discounts : Access to partner and marketplace discounts.
Community & Engagement : Company and employee clubs at various
locations. These benefits are designed to support your well-being,
growth, and enjoyment at Cirrus! Base Salary Range: $70,612.69 to
$105,919.03 USD Please note, this position offers: Bonuses and
Other Compensation Other Duties Please note this job description is
not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of
activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the
employee for this position. Duties, responsibilities and activities
may change at any time with or without notice. Work beyond 40 hours
per week may be required. Extensive travel will be required. Cirrus
is dedicated to a drug free work environment promoting equal
employment opportunity. Qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, national
origin, color, age, disability, religion, pregnancy, veteran
status, marital and family status, sexual orientation, receipt of
public assistance, genetic information or any other characteristic
protected by applicable law.
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