Who Are We? FDH Aero is a trusted global supply chain solutions partner for aerospace and defense companies, helping to shape the industry by simplifying the supply chain. With over 60 years serving as a leading independ…
Who Are We? FDH Aero is a trusted global supply chain solutions partner for aerospace and defense companies, helping to shape the industry by simplifying the supply chain. With over 60 years serving as a leading independ…
Skills: Warehouse operations, Logistics, Inventory management, Material handling, Forklift operation
Who Are We? FDH Aero is a trusted global supply chain partner for aerospace and defense companies, providing end-to-end supply chain solutions for OEM and aftermarket customers. With more than 55+ years of experience and…
Skills: Inventory management, Quality checks, Material handling, Data entry, Attention to detail
Santa Clarita, California, United States · On-site
$71k–$90k/yr
Mid level
Who Are We? FDH Aero is a trusted global supply chain partner for aerospace and defense companies, providing end-to-end supply chain solutions for OEM and aftermarket customers. With more than 55+ years of experience and…
Who Are We? FDH Aero is a trusted global supply chain partner for aerospace and defense companies, providing end-to-end supply chain solutions for OEM and aftermarket customers. With more than 55+ years of experience and…
Skills: Field sales, Account management, Strategic planning, Negotiation, Technical support
Who Are We? FDH Aero is a trusted global supply chain solutions partner for aerospace and defense companies, helping to shape the industry by simplifying the supply chain. With over 60 years serving as a leading independ…
Skills: Data analytical skills, Microsoft Excel, MRP functionality, Inventory control, Communication
Who Are We? FDH Aero is a trusted global supply chain solutions partner for aerospace and defense companies, helping to shape the industry by simplifying the supply chain. With over 60 years serving as a leading independ…
Skills: Supply Chain Management, Aerospace Industry Knowledge, Performance Improvement Plans, Root Cause Corrective Action, Lean Manufacturing
Who Are We? FDH Aero is a trusted global supply chain solutions partner for aerospace and defense companies, helping to shape the industry by simplifying the supply chain. With over 60 years serving as a leading independ…
Skills: Customer sales, Quoting, Vendor relation management, Pricing strategies, Business development
Who Are We? FDH Aero is a trusted global supply chain solutions partner for aerospace and defense companies, helping to shape the industry by simplifying the supply chain. With over 60 years serving as a leading independ…
Wake Forest, North Carolina, United States · On-site
Entry level
Who Are We? FDH Aero is a trusted global supply chain partner for aerospace and defense companies, providing end-to-end supply chain solutions for OEM and aftermarket customers. With more than 55+ years of experience and…
Santa Clarita, California, United States · On-site
$25/hr–$30/hr
Entry level
Who Are We? FDH Aero is a trusted global supply chain partner for aerospace and defense companies, providing end-to-end supply chain solutions for OEM and aftermarket customers. With more than 55+ years of experience and…
Skills: Production planning, Quotation preparation, Lead-time estimation, Shop router preparation, Bill of materials management
Who Are We? FDH Aero is a trusted global supply chain partner for aerospace and defense companies, providing end-to-end supply chain solutions for OEM and aftermarket customers. With more than 55+ years of experience and…
Skills: Quality management systems, AS9100, ISO 9001, Root cause analysis, Corrective action
Santa Clarita, California, United States · On-site
$20/hr–$23/hr
Entry level
Who Are We? FDH Aero is a trusted global supply chain partner for aerospace and defense companies, providing end-to-end supply chain solutions for OEM and aftermarket customers. With more than 55+ years of experience and…
Skills: Machine operation, Quality control, Equipment maintenance, Data entry, Attention to detail
Who Are We? FDH Aero is a trusted global supply chain partner for aerospace and defense companies, providing end-to-end supply chain solutions for OEM and aftermarket customers. With more than 55+ years of experience and…
Skills: Sales support, Customer service, Account coordination, Order management, CRM
Who Are We? FDH Aero is a trusted global supply chain solutions partner for aerospace and defense companies, helping to shape the industry by simplifying the supply chain. With over 60 years serving as a leading independ…
Skills: Inventory management, Material handling, Shipment processing, Forklift operation, Pallet jack operation
Who Are We? FDH Aero is a trusted global supply chain solutions partner for aerospace and defense companies, helping to shape the industry by simplifying the supply chain. With over 60 years serving as a leading independ…
Skills: Inventory management, Material handling, Shipping, Receiving, Packing
Who Are We? FDH Aero is a trusted global supply chain solutions partner for aerospace and defense companies, helping to shape the industry by simplifying the supply chain. With over 60 years serving as a leading independ…
Skills: Inventory management, Material handling, Shipping and receiving, Packing, Labeling
Who Are We? FDH Aero is a trusted global supply chain solutions partner for aerospace and defense companies, helping to shape the industry by simplifying the supply chain. With over 60 years serving as a leading independ…
Who Are We? FDH Aero is a trusted global supply chain partner for aerospace and defense companies, providing end-to-end supply chain solutions for OEM and aftermarket customers. With more than 55+ years of experience and…
Who Are We? FDH Aero is a trusted global supply chain solutions partner for aerospace and defense companies, helping to shape the industry by simplifying the supply chain. With over 60 years serving as a leading independ…
Skills: Sales Administration, Customer Service, CRM Software, Microsoft Office, Order Processing
The Sales Assistant is responsible for managing customer sales, generating quotations, and maintaining vendor relations. They coordinate across departments to ensure productivity and meet company sales goals.
Requirements
Candidates must have a high school diploma and 1-3 years of sales experience within the aerospace industry. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and knowledge of aerospace quality management practices are required.
Full job description
Who Are We?
FDH Aero is a trusted global supply chain solutions partner for aerospace and defense companies, helping to shape the industry by simplifying the supply chain. With over 60 years serving as a leading independent industry partner, FDH specializes in hardware, electrical, consumables and expendables, licensed products, and value-added services for global OEM and aftermarket customers. FDH is headquartered in Commerce, California, and has operations across the Americas, EMEA and APAC. FDH Aero – named a Best Places to Work in Aviation in 2024 – has locations in 14 countries across the globe, with more than 1,500 best-in-industry employees and over 650,000 square feet of inventory space.
FDH is headquartered in Commerce, California, and has operations across the Americas, EMEA and APAC. FDH Aero – named a Best Places to Work in Aviation in 2024 – has locations in 14 countries across the globe, with more than 1,500 best-in-industry employees and over 650,000 square feet of inventory space.
Why Work Here?
At FDH Aero, we understand that the strength of our brand comes from our people.
We invest in driven, diverse and experienced professionals who are naturally curious, courageous and motivated towards action. We value tempering confidence with humility, and a mission that always starts with service-first.
Our values guide everything we do:
We Are Service First - We act with agility and intelligence to solve our partner’s most pressing needs. We safeguard our trusted relationships by communicating with clarity and unmatched follow through.
We Are Respectful - We behave with dignity, fairness, and acceptance. We thrive by prioritizing empathy, humility, and connection to our collective community.
We are Amplifiers - We invest in driven, diverse and experienced professionals, businesses and partners. We fuel the entrepreneurial spirit by providing autonomy, authority and a clear mission.
We Are Open-Minded - We communicate with intention, curiosity, and diversity of thought. By actively contributing with courage and candor, we challenge the status quo and innovate together.
We Are Accountable - We own responsibility for our outcomes. We set expectations, embrace critique, and empower every employee to take immediate actions on challenges they encounter.
We Value Our People - That’s why we offer competitive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), 401k matching, and wellness programs. We invest in training, mentorship, and career development to empower our employees to reach their full potential. Our commitment to culture and excellence has earned us recognition as one of Aviation Business News' Best Places to Work in Aviation.
As a team member at FDH Aero you are trusted to deliver, to innovate, and to drive next-generation solutions for tomorrow’s supply chain demands. Ready to make an impact? We proudly pursue top talent with a diverse and global set of experiences and backgrounds.
We Are Looking For
The Sales Assistant is responsible for all aspects of the sales support including customer sales, quoting, customer and vendor relation management. This position includes coordination between other departments within the company and vendors and customers to meet the company’s goals.
What You'll Do (Responsibilities)
Work directly or indirectly with customer or company representative to assess a customer’s needs and requirements to facilitate a successful quotation for the customers consideration
Provide excellent customer service in quoting, and in vendor relations
Establish methods and procedures to ensure productivity is maintained at an optimum level
Completes daily tasks, supports with vendors and customers to meet goals
Performs other duties as assigned
What You Bring (Qualifications & Skills):
Must have a high school education or equivalent experience
1-3 years of experience in sales in the aerospace industry
Knowledge in OEM and general aerospace business environment
Knowledge and understanding of aircraft parts and aerospace requirements
Knowledge of inventory practices and general aerospace requirements regarding same.
Self-starter that shows initiative in improvements and in helping the company grow
An understanding of and working knowledge of aerospace quality management practices and AS9120 requirements is helpful
Must be computer savvy and learn company proprietary software programs
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
Ability to multitask and manage multiple projects
Solid communication skills, verbal and written
Strong attention to detail
Ability to work interdepartmentally
Demonstrates strong customer service attitude and demeanor
Teamwork and leadership skills to raise our sales levels in the department
Special Requirements:
U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (Green Card holder) or asylee/refugee status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) required.
ITAR requirement
120.15. Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements.
This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants will be asked to provide specific documentation to verify U.S. person status under the ITAR and the EAR. A “U.S. person” according to their definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee, or asylee. See 22 CFR
FDH Aero is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
FDH Aero is a trusted global supply chain solutions partner for aerospace and defense. We specialize in hardware, electrical, and consumable products and services for our global customers. Designed to deliver what you need, when you need it – FDH’s service-first teams proactively safeguard speed, reliability and availability of stock.
Offices: 5200 Sheila St, Commerce, California 90040, US · Arlington, Texas 76001, US · Wake Forest, North Carolina 27587, US · Montreal, Quebec H1J 2E8, CA · Montpellier, FR
FDH Aero is a trusted global supply chain solutions partner for aerospace and defense. We specialize in hardware, electrical, and consumable products and services for our global customers. Designed to deliver what you need, when you need it – FDH’s service-first teams proactively safeguard speed, reliability and availability of stock.
Offices: 5200 Sheila St, Commerce, California 90040, US · Arlington, Texas 76001, US · Wake Forest, North Carolina 27587, US · Montreal, Quebec H1J 2E8, CA · Montpellier, FR