Director of Sales

The Director of Sales will lead revenue growth for an optics and interconnects portfolio, serving customers across satellite communications, RF/microwave systems, and data center markets. This role requires a technically driven sales leader with deep RF expertise and a strong foundation in photonics and high‑speed interconnect technologies, capable of navigating complex, long‑cycle sales engagements.

• Define and execute sales strategy for optics and interconnect solutions across satcom, RF/microwave, and data center customers
• Drive new design wins and strategic account growth in technically demanding, system‑level environments
• Engage directly with engineering, systems, and executive stakeholders to align solutions with customer architectures and roadmaps
• Lead complex, high‑value sales cycles, from initial engagement through qualification and production
• Collaborate with product management, applications engineering, and R&D to translate market needs into actionable insights
• Track market trends, competitive landscapes, and emerging technologies in RF, photonics, and interconnects
  
  

• Satellite Communications (space and ground systems)
• RF & Microwave (aerospace, defense, advanced communications)
• Data Centers & High‑Speed Optical Interconnects
  
  

• This candidate MUST have a degree in Electrical Engineering
• Strong RF background (mandatory) with experience selling into RF, microwave, or mixed‑signal systems
• Proven experience in optics and/or interconnect sales, including silicon photonics or optical modules
• Satcom industry experience strongly preferred
• Advanced technical education, ideally a double Electrical Engineering degree with specialization in silicon photonics or photonic integrated circuits
• Demonstrated success in technical B2B sales within semiconductor or advanced technology environments
• Ability to operate at both deep technical and executive levels