Senior Connector Design Engineer

Summary

Under minimal supervision, the Senior Connector Design Engineer will lead the
design and development of advanced RF and microwave components and assemblies
for industry-leading product lines across some of the world's most demanding
markets and applications. This role involves developing innovative solutions for
connectors, adapters, cable assemblies, antennas, and other RF/microwave
products that meet stringent performance requirements in applications ranging
from submarine environments to interstellar space. The engineer will manage
complex projects from concept through production, mentor junior engineers, and
collaborate cross functionally to support aggressive growth initiatives. In
addition, the Senior Connector Design Engineer will help define product
specifications and standards that meet customer needs and partner with suppliers
to ensure design manufacturability and product quality throughout the
development process.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Design & Development:
Develop RF and microwave components (e.g., coaxial connectors, adapters,
cable assemblies, terminations, etc) to meet customer and market requirements.
Perform simulations and modeling using industry-standard tools (e.g.,
HFSS, ADS, CST).
Technical Analysis:
Interpret technical drawings, schematics, and specifications.
Analyze customer requirements and propose feasible, cost-effective
solutions.
Conducts design for manufacturability and cost assessments; recommends
design/requirements changes as warranted
Testing & Validation:
Define and execute test plans for RF performance (VSWR, insertion loss,
return loss, PIM, etc.).
Troubleshoot and resolve design or performance issues.

Collaboration:

Work closely with manufacturing, quality, sourcing and external
suppliers to ensure design manufacturability and cost optimization.
Provide technical support to sales and application engineering teams.
Evaluate design concept requirements packages for feasibility, viability
and risk. Leads preliminary design review activities to develop risk assessment
and mitigation plans
Leads multiple engineering design projects covering the company's range
of technology and product areas
Continuous Improvement:
Stay current with RF/microwave finite element analysis and other design
tools
Recommend design enhancements and new product opportunities.
Create and build a library of validated and reliable design standards
Collaborate cross functionally to develop efficient validation and
qualification data

Job Requirements

BS in Mechanical, Aerospace or Electrical Engineering (MS in Engineering
helpful)
7 - 10 years of design engineering experience
Familiarity with industry standards (MIL-STDs, IEC, ASTM etc)
Technical leadership experience is helpful
Proficient in software tools including Solid Works, CST, PLM, MRP
Knowledge of ISO 9001 and AS 9100 structure and requirements
Expertise with tools such as FMEA, FEA, DFM, DFT and statistical techniques
Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with
team members at all levels in the organization
Excellent problem solving, data analysis, deductive reasoning and critical
thinking skills