Lead Applications Engineer, Time & Frequency Systems

Microchip Technology Inc.

Home Place (MD)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 180,000

Full time

13 days ago

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Job summary

Microchip Technology Inc. is seeking a Principal Engineer - Applications to join our Frequency and Timing Systems group. You will plan, install, and optimize time and frequency equipment at customer sites, delivering high-quality solutions in fast-paced environments.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years of field engineering experience with time and frequency systems, strong troubleshooting, and excellent communication skills, with travel as needed. Requires TS/SCI clearance.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical, Electronics, or related field).
  • Minimum 10 years of field engineering experience.
  • Proven experience with time and frequency systems.
  • Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and documentation.
  • Proficient with tools, software, and equipment for time and frequency systems.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Experience in customer support, project management, and technical documentation.
  • Ability to travel for customer support (including short-notice travel).
  • Active TS/SCI clearance is required.

Responsibilities

  • Plan, install, configure, and transition/commission time and frequency equipment at customer sites.
  • Diagnose and resolve technical issues related to time and frequency systems.
  • Perform routine maintenance, calibration, and repairs.
  • Provide on-site and remote technical support and training.
  • Prepare and maintain detailed technical documentation and project records.
  • Lead or collaborate with internal teams and customers to meet project requirements.

Skills

Strong troubleshooting
Project management
Technical documentation
Customer support
Communication skills
Read schematics
Travel ability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical, Electronics, or related field)

Tools

Time & frequency equipment tools
Linux scripting
Python
Oscilloscopes
Network analyzers
GPS/NTPTP knowledge

Job description

Microchip Technology Inc. is seeking a Principal Engineer - Applications to join our Frequency and Timing Systems group. You will plan, install, and optimize time and frequency equipment at customer sites, delivering high-quality solutions in fast-paced environments.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years of field engineering experience with time and frequency systems, strong troubleshooting, and excellent communication skills, with travel as needed. Requires TS/SCI clearance.

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