Applications engineer ( PA )

Faust Associates; Stroudsburg (Monroe County); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

Faustassociates is seeking an Applications Engineer in Stroudsburg, PA. This role serves as a key liaison between Sales and Engineering, translating customer needs into effective designs and managing key programs. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering with at least 3 years of RF/microwave experience. The position offers a collaborative environment, competitive salary, and opportunities for growth in mission-critical defense and space applications.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in RF, microwave, or high-frequency coaxial products.
• Strong understanding of RF principles and system-level integration.
• Familiarity with military and space program requirements.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary technical interface between customers, sales, engineering, and manufacturing.
• Support sales activities by interpreting RF/microwave specifications.
• Manage the technical aspects of key programs, including design reviews and documentation.

Skills

RF principles

Cable assemblies

Excellent communication

Project management

SolidWorks

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

CAD

HFSS

CST

Job description

Title

Applications Engineer

Location

Stroudsburg, PA

Reports To

Chief Technology Officer

Client

Client is a leading manufacturer of high-performance RF and microwave interconnect solutions serving the Defense, Space, and Telecom industries. Our mission is to connect and protect critical systems worldwide with innovative, rugged, and reliable cable assemblies and components that meet the most demanding requirements.

Position Summary

The Applications Engineer serves as a key liaison between Sales and Engineering, providing technical expertise and customer-focused solutions. Also, this position will manage technical aspects and management of key programs. This position supports the sales process from inquiry to delivery, translating customer requirements into manufacturable designs and ensuring the successful execution of programs.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary technical interface between customers, sales, engineering, and manufacturing.
• Support sales activities by interpreting RF/microwave specifications, generating technical proposals, and recommending suitable client products or custom solutions.
• Manage the technical aspects of key programs, including design reviews, documentation, and performance verification.
• Coordinate with Engineering, Production, and Quality teams to ensure on-time delivery and compliance with customer requirements, AS9100 standards, and customer specifications.
• Provide program management support for major accounts, ensuring milestones, budgets, and deliverables are met.
• Assist in developing new products, improvements, and configurations based on customer and market feedback.
• Prepare and present technical presentations, test data, and product demonstrations to customers, integrators, and OEM partners as needed.
• Review and analyze RF and microwave performance parameters such as insertion loss, VSWR, phase stability, and shielding effectiveness.
• Maintain current knowledge of relevant military and space program requirements, environmental testing, and qualification standards (MIL-DTL, NASA, IPC, IEC, IEEE, and other specs).
• Support the development of sales tools, datasheets, and proposal templates in collaboration with Marketing and Sales.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, or related discipline required).
• 3+ years of experience in RF, microwave, or high-frequency coaxial products, preferably interconnects or passive components.
• Preferred experience in defense, aerospace, or space industries.
• Strong understanding of RF principles, cable assemblies, connectors, and system-level integration. Training is available.
• Familiarity with Military and Space Program requirements, including design documentation, qualification, and environmental testing.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of working across functions and with customers at all technical levels.
• Experience with CAD, SolidWorks, or simulation tools (HFSS, CST, or equivalent) a plus.
• Knowledge of AS9100 and ISO-9001 standards.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Must be a U.S. Person.

Benefits

• Work with leading-edge technology supporting mission-critical defense and space applications.
• Collaborative, growth-oriented environment with opportunities for professional development.
• Competitive salary, benefits, and performance incentives.