Applications Engineer

Connecting and Protecting People, Microwave Products Group (MPG) is a leading global provider of mission-critical engineered electronic components and subsystems comprised of five business units in six manufacturing locations. Our brand names are recognized globally including: BSC Filters, York, UK;
Criteria Labs, Austin, TX;
Dow-Key Microwave, Ventura, CA;
Pole/Zero, West Chester, OH;
Espy, Austin, TX; and K&L Microwave, Salisbury, Maryland and Dominican Republic.

Our expertise is the design and manufacture of communications-based specialty products – engineered components and subsystems – for demanding military, space, commercial aerospace/industrial, and telecom infrastructure applications where function and reliability are crucial.

POSITION OVERVIEW :

The primary function of this role is to evaluate customer RF & Microwave filter technical requirements and develop accurate and timely quotations on behalf of the Business Development & Sales staff. This function also works closely with Engineering to ensure alignment with current design, manufacturing, and testing methodologies.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Retrieving and evaluating customer requirements for RF & Microwave filters, including technical requirements, quality clauses, etc.

Selecting the proper filter design topology, product series, etc., based on customer requirements

Creating part numbers in Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system

Assigning appropriate product pricing using the released internal pricing guide as a reference

Developing pricing models for new products not included in the internal pricing guide

Creating product quotations in Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system

Supporting Business Development and Inside Sales personnel in customer meetings

Regularly interfacing with Engineering to maintain alignment on best practices for design, manufacturing processes, testing, etc.

Supporting Engineering with preliminary filter design when required

Owning, validating, and updating the internal pricing guide on a quarterly basis using actual cost data QUALIFICATIONS

SUMMARY:

Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical or Electronics Engineering5+ years’ Engineering experience

Clear Verbal and Written communication skills

Experience in a manufacturing environment

Must meet the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed

Must be willing and able to travel on occasion

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge and experience with estimating engineering design work Strong attention to detail

Ability to analyze and solve problems with a moderate-to-high degree of complexity

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Expertise in Microsoft Office Suite products (i.e., Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
Ability to effectively plan and manage dozens of unique opportunities at once Ability to effectively analyze technical requirements documents, inclusive of Source Control Drawings (SCD), Quality Clauses, etc.

Ability to learn and operate effectively in CRM and ERP applications

Ability to thrive in a dynamic, high-pace environment

Pay Range: USD 95000 - 110000 Annually This position is eligible to earn a discretionary bonus based on performance metrics and other criteria outlined in our applicable bonus plan.

We consider several job-related, non-discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position, including, but not limited to, the position’s responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, a candidate’s education/training, the position’s location, and the key skills needed for the position. Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their work.

Benefits:
Benefits For This Position Include: A 401(K) Savings Plan With Employer Contributions;
Medical, Dental And Vision Insurance;
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