Junior Applications Engineer

Your Job

We are seeking a highly motivated individual with a technical background for a Junior Application Engineer position to join our Aerospace and Defense team.

This junior role will work with the sales organization and engineering/product teams, gaining technical expertise and helping to create application-specific solutions that help drive customer success and revenue growth.

The ideal candidate will have some exposure to aerospace and defense technologies, excellent communication skills, and the ability to self-start and translate complex technical concepts into clear, compelling sales support.

Our Team

You will be part of our dynamic Aerospace and Defense division, collaborating closely with sales, engineering, and product management teams to deliver innovative solutions in a highly regulated and technology-driven market.

What You Will Do

• Collaborate with the sales team to understand customer requirements and provide technical guidance on aerospace and defense products and solutions.

• Serve as a technical point of contact during the sales process, answering questions, conducting demonstrations, and preparing technical proposals.

• Work with R&D, Manufacturing Engineering, and Product Management to develop customized solutions that meet customer specifications and regulatory requirements.

• Assist in preparing technical documentation, proposals, quotations, and bid responses in compliance with aerospace and defense standards.

• Stay current on industry trends, competitor products, and regulatory changes to provide market intelligence.

• Support post-sales technical issue resolution in partnership with customer support and engineering teams to ensure customer satisfaction.

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical, or related technical field).

• Familiarity with aerospace and defense systems, regulations (e.g., ITAR, EAR), and industry standards.

• Excellent communication skills, capable of translating technical information for diverse audiences.

• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, cross-functional team environment.

• Willingness to travel occasionally to customer sites and industry events.

What Will Put You Ahead

• Understanding of connectors, cables, and related manufacturing processes.

• Experience with RF, avionics, propulsion, or aerospace-specific technologies.

• Familiarity with government contracting and procurement processes.

• Certifications related to aerospace systems or sales engineering.

• Exposure to CRM software, Microsoft 365 Suite, and technical drawing/diagram tools.

• Prior experience in technical sales support or application engineering within aerospace, defense, or related high-technology industries.

• Experience with managing a project from inception through shipment.

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