RF/Microwave Applications Engineer — Solutions & Proposals

Microwave Techniques LLC; Gorham (ME); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401K plan with employer match

Discretionary bonuses

Paid time off (PTO)

Paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement opportunities

Training opportunities

Employee purchase program

Employee assistance program

Safety shoe purchase program

Job summary

Microwave Techniques LLC in Gorham, Maine, is seeking an experienced Application Engineer to join our technical sales team. You will translate RF and microwave component requirements into practical technical solutions, accurate proposals, and successful order execution, while supporting customers and internal teams.

The role involves leading RFQ/RFP scoping with Sales and Engineering, pricing and proposal development, cross‑department coordination, and occasional travel to trade shows.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in technical manufacturing.
• Cost modeling and quoting platforms (Excel, ERP-integrated tools).
• Proficiency with the full Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Develop technical proposals, quotes, and costing inputs based on customer requirements and feasibility.
• Lead RFQ/RFP scoping with Sales Engineer and Engineering as necessary.
• Pricing and proposal development.
• Partner with Sales Engineers during RFQs and RFPs to craft tailored solutions.
• Provide technical justification for pricing, delivery timelines, and feasibility.
• Travel occasionally to support the Sales Engineers at customers and attend trade shows.
• Coordinate across departments to ensure the product is engineered, manufactured, tested, and shipped in accordance with the order specifications and contractual requirements.
• Monitor timelines, resolve issues, and maintain customer communication throughout the lifecycle of the order.
• Develop datasheets and application notes for one-off designs.

Skills

Technical proficiency

Communication skills

Problem solving

Project management

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Excel

ERP-integrated tools

Job description

Microwave Techniques LLC in Gorham, Maine, is seeking an experienced Application Engineer to join our technical sales team. You will translate RF and microwave component requirements into practical technical solutions, accurate proposals, and successful order execution, while supporting customers and internal teams.

The role involves leading RFQ/RFP scoping with Sales and Engineering, pricing and proposal development, cross‑department coordination, and occasional travel to trade shows.