Applications Engineer (Technical Sales & Export Classification Focus)

Socket.dev; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Job summary

Teledyne Cable Solutions, part of Teledyne Marine Interconnect Solutions, seeks an engineering professional to bridge engineering, manufacturing, and customers. You will be the primary contact for export jurisdiction and classification (J/C) to ensure cable solutions are technically sound and regulatory compliant for global markets.

You will translate customer specs, support pre- and post-sales tech discussions, and deliver demos while coordinating with manufacturing on new products and

Qualifications

• This role requires excellent communication, organization and multitasking abilities.
• It demands the ability to interpret technical requirements and translate them into practical solutions.
• Detail orientation and problem-solving skills are essential.
• Knowledge of export jurisdiction and classification (ITAR) is preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field is required.
• 1–3 years of engineering or applications experience is preferred.
• Experience with CAD tools (SolidWorks, AutoCAD) is preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook) is required.

Responsibilities

• Translate customer specifications into standard and engineered-to-order cable and interconnect solutions.
• Serve as the site lead for export jurisdiction and classification activities.
• Support technical discussions with customers in pre- and post-sales phases.
• Deliver product demonstrations and technical presentations to support business development.
• Collaborate with manufacturing on new product introductions and assembly support.
• Prepare technical documentation including drawings, application notes, and specifications.
• Ensure solutions meet customer expectations, quality standards and regulatory requirements.
• Train internal teams on newly developed products and assemblies.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and operational excellence initiatives.

Skills

Strong communication

Organization

Multitasking

Interpret technical requirements

Detail-oriented

Export jurisdiction knowledge

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Job description

Be visionary

Teledyne Technologies Incorporated provides enabling technologies for industrial growth markets that require advanced technology and high reliability. These markets include aerospace and defense, factory automation, air and water quality environmental monitoring, electronics design and development, oceanographic research, deepwater oil and gas exploration and production, medical imaging and pharmaceutical research.

We are looking for individuals who thrive on making an impact and want the excitement of being on a team that wins.

Job Description

Teledyne Cable Solutions – Part of Teledyne Marine Interconnect Solutions

In this role, you’ll act as the technical bridge between engineering, manufacturing, and customers—while serving as the primary point of contact for export jurisdiction and classification (J/C). Your work ensures that complex cable and interconnect solutions are not only technically sound but also compliant with regulatory requirements. You’ll play a critical role in enabling safe, compliant growth across global markets.

What you’ll do

• Translate customer specifications into standard and engineered-to-order cable and interconnect solutions
• Serve as the site lead for export jurisdiction and classification (J/C) activities
• Support technical discussions with customers in both pre- and post-sales phases
• Deliver product demonstrations and technical presentations to support business development
• Collaborate with manufacturing on new product introductions and assembly support
• Prepare technical documentation, including drawings, application notes, and specifications
• Ensure solutions meet customer expectations, quality standards, and compliance requirements
• Train internal teams on newly developed products and assemblies
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines
• Contribute to continuous improvement and operational excellence initiatives

What you need

• Strong communication, organization, and multitasking skills – required
• Ability to interpret technical requirements and translate into practical solutions – required
• Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving ability – required
• Knowledge of export jurisdiction and classification (e.g., ITAR) – preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field – required
• 1–3 years of engineering or applications experience – preferred
• Experience with CAD tools (SolidWorks, AutoCAD) – preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook) – required

What we offer

• Exposure to advanced marine and cable technologies used in demanding environments
• A cross-functional role combining engineering, compliance, and customer interaction
• Opportunities for career growth in technical sales and applications engineering
• Collaborative team environment supporting innovation and continuous improvement
• Competitive benefits package

This role requires “U.S. Person” status to access ITAR-controlled technical data.

Teledyne and all of our employees are committed to conducting business with the highest ethical standards. We require all employees to comply with all applicable laws, regulations, rules and regulatory orders. Our reputation for honesty, integrity and high ethics is as important to us as our reputation for making innovative sensing solutions.

Teledyne is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other characteristic or non-merit based factor made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws.