Assembly Design Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

The  Assembly Design Engineer will be responsible for creating and maintain a system of standard design elements used in high performance coaxial cable assemblies and group B kits. This position will serve as subject matter expert on materials, components, techniques and methods. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Work as primary Assembly Design Engineer to assist in continual improvement of design and "design for manufacturing" DFM features
• Standardize design and manufacturing methods to maximize consistency in a high mix, custom manufacturing environment
• Evaluate, select and specify materials used in the design of high-performance cable assemblies and cable harnesses
• Make mechanical and electrical design calculations for tensile, torque, crush, vapor sealing, loss, phase, VSWR and other critical design attributes using established engineering practices
• Develop and test prototypes and/or perform RF simulations and analysis to optimize designs prior to release 
• Research new materials and processes as required to support adverse environments and other exotic applications
• Work with suppliers and internal partners to assure/improve manufacturability of new and existing designs
• Work closely with sales and applications engineering on new products and new markets by assisting with ideas and converting ideas into workable designs
• Provide design solutions while being mindful of form, fit, function, manufacturability, and cost
• Research relevant component and technical resources in support of project objectives
• Constantly seek to improve design capabilities through study, reading, observation, and evaluation
• Assure all design work meets pertinent customer and industry standards, particularly safety and quality
• Reviewing/troubleshooting of documentation related to manufacturing and testing of RF coaxial cable assemblies
• Assist in identifying root cause of mechanical and electrical failures on the production floor
  

Qualifications/Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or similar field
• Thorough knowledge of MIL-STD-348 and IEEE 287 interfaces • Familiar with MIL-DTL-38999 interconnect systems •
• Detailed understanding of IPC-620 workmanship standards • Detailed understanding of modern machining operations and cutting tool technology
• Proficient with RF and Microwave test equipment
• Experience with CST or similar RF simulation software
• Excellent problem-solving skills and high attention to detail
• Ability to organize design effort, keep orderly documentation and handle multiple tasks, assignments, and projects simultaneously
• Demonstrated ability to exercise good judgment, provide technical insight into problems and deliver effectiveness in completing job assignments
• Experience with Microsoft Office, AutoCad, Draftsight and SolidWorks
• Experience with mechanical component design
• Familiarity with Military Standards and test requirements preferred

Equal Opportunity Employer - Disability and Veteran

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

\nCompany Description

Times Microwave Systems®, a business unit of Amphenol Corporation, is a pioneering brand of innovative RF and microwave interconnect assemblies, cables, and connectors designs. We have more than 70 years of industry experience in designing and manufacturing high-performance coaxial cables, connectors, assemblies, and custom solutions for ultra-demanding applications including aerospace, avionics and airframe, land mobile radio and public networks, medical, military and defense, industrial, quantum computing, radars, railway, space, test and measurement, wireless infrastructure and 5G, and more.

Company Description

Times Microwave Systems®, a business unit of Amphenol Corporation, is a pioneering brand of innovative RF and microwave interconnect assemblies, cables, and connectors designs. We have more than 70 years of industry experience in designing and manufacturing high-performance coaxial cables, connectors, assemblies, and custom solutions for ultra-demanding applications including aerospace, avionics and airframe, land mobile radio and public networks, medical, military and defense, industrial, quantum computing, radars, railway, space, test and measurement, wireless infrastructure and 5G, and more.