Connector Design Engineer I

Times Microwave Systems; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Times Microwave Systems in Mesa, AZ is seeking a Connector Design Engineer to partner with customers, suppliers and engineers to create innovative connector designs, tooling, and assembly processes, aiming to transition from concept to producible product.

The role requires strong problem-solving, an entrepreneurial mindset, and the ability to travel up to 25%. You will perform RF simulations, develop 3D models, support manufacturing, and collaborate across sales and program management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with accountability for goals.
• Self-starter able to adapt to changing priorities.
• Strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design new products or make modifications to existing products.
• Interact with customers to understand their requirements and incorporate them into new product designs.
• Work closely with sales, program managers, and application engineers on new products.
• Develop assembly processes and assembly tooling.
• Perform RF simulation analysis and build and test prototypes to optimize designs prior to release.
• Create/maintain/update 3D design models and associated drawings. Process engineering change requests.
• Provide technical support for existing products to solve design-related performance, quality and cost issues.
• Work with suppliers and internal partners to assure/improve manufacturability of new and existing designs.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

SolidWorks 3D CAD

RF simulation

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Finite Element Analysis tools

Job description

About Times Microwave Systems

Times Microwave Systems®, a member of Amphenol North America Military Group, a division of Amphenol Harsh Environment Solutions, is an innovative industry leader in RF and microwave interconnects. We have over 70 years of industry experience in designing and manufacturing high-performance coaxial cables, connectors, assemblies, and custom solutions for challenging applications, including aerospace, defense, avionics and airframe, telecommunication, medical, industrial, quantum computing, high energy physics, and more. Our product solutions can be found in military aircrafts, radars, satellite constellations, semiconductor fabs, surgical robots, 5G networks, and particle accelerators.

Summary

The Connector Design Engineer will work in concert with customers, suppliers, and colleagues in a collaborative environment to create innovative designs and processes. This position requires strong problem-solving skills and creative thinking. Design philosophy will emphasize improving productivity and as well as lowering costs. Main duties include the design of connectors, creation of tools, development of assembly process and manufacturing instructions as required to support transition from design concept to mature producible product.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Design new products or make modifications to existing products.
• Interact with customers to understand their requirements and incorporate them into new product designs.
• Work closely with sales, program managers, and application engineers on new products.
• Develop assembly processes and assembly tooling.
• Perform RF simulation analysis and build and test prototypes to optimize designs prior to release.
• Create/maintain/update 3D design models and associated drawings. Process engineering change requests.
• Provide technical support for existing products to solve design-related performance, quality and cost issues.
• Work with suppliers and internal partners to assure/improve manufacturability of new and existing designs.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering with 0 to 5 years related experience. Relevant experience considered.
• Must have an entrepreneurial sprite, be passionate, and be accountable to meeting goals.
• Must be a self-starter with the ability to persevere in the face of adversity or rapidly evolving priorities.
• Theoretical design skills balanced with strong practical and hands-on personality highly desirable.
• Ability to collaborate well with colleagues as well as internal and external customers.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills
• Proficient with SolidWorks 3D CAD software
• Experience with electromagnetic and mechanical finite element simulations tools is a plus.
• Position may incur up to 25% travel.

Equal Opportunity Employer – Disability and Veteran

Times Microwave Systems is an equal opportunity employer M/F/D/V.