Connector Design Engineer

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