Field Applications Engineer; FAE – Aerospace, Defense & Communications

Position: Field Applications Engineer (FAE) – Aerospace, Defense & Communications
About Analog Devices Analog Devices, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADI ) is a global semiconductor leader that bridges the physical and digital worlds to enable breakthroughs at the Intelligent Edge. ADI combines analog, digital, and software technologies into solutions that help drive advancements in digitized factories, mobility, and digital healthcare, combat climate change, and reliably connect humans and the world. With revenue of more than $9 billion in FY24 and approximately 24,000 people globally, ADI ensures today's innovators stay Ahead of What's Possible.

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Position Overview The Field Applications Engineer (FAE) supports customers in the Aerospace, Defense, and Communications markets by providing technical expertise and application support for Analog Devices’ advanced solutions. This role is ideal for engineers seeking to develop a customer‑facing technical career while working with cutting‑edge technologies deployed in mission‑critical systems.

The position offers structured mentoring from senior technical leaders, hands‑on exposure to industry‑leading products, and the opportunity to build expertise at the intersection of engineering, customer engagement, and business impact.

Key Responsibilities As a Field Applications Engineer, you will serve as a technical liaison between customers, sales teams, and internal product groups. Your primary responsibility will be to support customer design‑in and deployment of Analog Devices’ Wireless RF, MEMS, Microwave, High‑Speed Communications, and analog/mixed‑signal solutions, with a strong emphasis on Aerospace and Defense applications.

This role is based in Southern California and involves close collaboration with customers throughout the greater Los Angeles region.

Key responsibilities include:

Partnering with Sales Engineers to present, position, and support Analog Devices’ technologies and system‑level solutions

Working closely with a Senior Field Applications Engineer, receiving ongoing technical mentoring and professional development

Translating customer system requirements into practical, high‑performance engineering solutions

Recommending system‑level architectures tailored to specific customer applications

Providing structured feedback to internal Product Line teams regarding customer needs, application challenges, and potential new product opportunities

Building effective working relationships with Product Line Management, Marketing, and Applications Engineering teams

Establishing and maintaining trusted technical relationships with key customer accounts

Delivering customer training on products, reference designs, and development tools

Conducting technical presentations, seminars, and live demonstrations of products and tools

Required Qualifications

U.S. citizenship

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) or equivalent3–5+ years of experience in product engineering, design engineering, applications engineering, or a related technical role Strong written and verbal communication skills

Solid foundational knowledge of RF, microwave, and mixed‑signal circuit design at the board or system level

Hands‑on laboratory experience with measurement, debugging, and validation techniques

Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and projects effectively

Collaborative, team‑oriented approach with the ability to work across engineering, sales, and management organizations

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with MEMS, FPGA, or software development

Interest in customer interaction, technical presentations, and solution‑oriented problem solving

Travel and Work Environment Regional travel within the assigned territory, approximately 20–25%
Combination of customer site visits, laboratory work, internal collaboration, and technical presentations

Career Development Opportunities This role provides a strong foundation for long‑term career growth within Analog Devices, including potential advancement into senior applications engineering, sales engineering, or product marketing roles.

Employees in this position benefit from:

Direct mentorship from experienced Field Applications Engineers Exposure to technologies deployed in…