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.

• 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

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical or Electronics Engineering
• 5+ 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 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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