Primary Objective of Position：

To develop and provide leadership in the development of new products, technologies and processes to meet cost, schedule and performance required by target markets.

Job Responsibilities ：

Technical Job Functions

Design or direct the design of new products and major product programs having significant complexity.

Development of RF/Microwave frequency connectivity products to achieve electrical, mechanical and environmental performance requirements.

Conduct investigations and experiments in new technology applicable to new and existing products to improve quality, cost and performance.

Interact with Marketing, Manufacturing and customer to define and match technology with new markets or market needs. Participates in long range planning to enhance market/product definition.

Exercise administrative control over new product programs.

Establish labor, equipment and support requirements and ensure their availability to meet schedules and market requirements for new products and programs.

Establish and maintain positive, productive working relationship with assigned teams and with all applicable departments, customers and vendors.

Provide technical analysis results to support trade compliance classifications.

Mentors, coaches and trains less senior Design Engineers team members.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities ：

Knowledge

Ability to satisfactorily complete and implement all OJT and required trainings.

Ability to understand the organization structure, businesses and sites, and applying that knowledge to daily tasks, communications and assignments.

Analytical, Business and Technical

Ability to apply job knowledge and skills to improve productivity, quality and timeliness, and to solve problems, using good judgment.

Ability to implement new technologies or methods as needed.

Ability to hold sensitive data and information in confidence.

Ability to understand and implement AS9100, ISO and Lean Manufacturing methodologies.

Ability to operate equipment and use tools and techniques effectively, efficiently and in accordance with ergonomic principles.

Proficiency in software as required; ability to perform math calculations, measurement, analysis or reporting as directed.

Ability to comply with Company policies and procedures.

Knowledge of RF products, design and technology.

Proficient in CAD system and applicable engineering programs.

Able to travel to customers individually and/or part of a team.

Communication

Ability to communicate effectively and appropriately orally, in writing or electronically. 

Ability to communicate work goals, progress and changes as required. 

Interpersonal

Ability to apply interpersonal skills (empathy, negotiation, rapport, sensitivity), to develop and maintain effective working relationships.

Ability to demonstrate character, integrity, honesty, ethical behaviors and industriousness.

Ability to effectively participate in teams and projects and contribute to unit cohesiveness and productivity.

Ability to anticipate, negotiate and manage conflicts, problems, changing situations and deadlines.

Education Background

Advanced degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Eight years’ experience in a similar design, development and manufacturing environment.