RF / Microwave Applications Engineer 1

JOB SUMMARY

As an RF / Microwave Applications Engineer 1 at Marki Microwave you will be part of a highly skilled team supporting Marki customers in designing state of the art microwave systems. You will be responsible for generating and communicating technical information about our products with customers directly and through publications. The new product introduction responsibility includes entering and managing product data in our database to create datasheets. The sustaining activities involve technical solutions performing measurements and communicating results to customers to solve complex technical issues.

This role is ideal for someone looking to further their technical knowledge and expertise in high frequency RF component engineering through a hands-on approach in a fast-paced, dynamic development environment. This position reports to the VP of Applications Engineering.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Coordinate with the Design, Product engineering, CAD, and reliability engineering teams to gather product performance, reliability, and mechanical data for customer use
• Own datasheets displayed on the Marki website
• Understand the theory behind RF/Microwave testing and know how to run component level tests including but not limited to S-parameters, Noise Figure/Temperature, Conversion Loss, Power Compression, Harmonic Generation, Intermodulation Distortion, Spur Generation, and Transient Response Time. 
• Generate test data for all datasheet parameters as well as specific customer requested measurements covering DC to >125GHz.
• Troubleshoot test and measurement issues including equipment setup, calibration and test conditions to confirm that testing is performed accurately. Creatively solve characterization problems with systematic solutions. 
• Create and maintain advanced measurement setups such as phase noise, RF power handling, temperature varying, and time domain measurements.
• Manage priorities and communicate regularly with VP of Applications Engineering on progress and challenges. 
• Promote an ethics-based business culture in the organization.

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Physics ; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 1-2 years experience working with RF products. 
• Experience in technical customer facing roles is a strong plus. 
• This role will require access to access information controlled under the Export Administration Regulations (EAR, 15 CFR §§ 730-780),and likely the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR, 22 CFR §§ 120-130), and so applicants for this position must be one of a U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, or other Protected Individual (as defined under 8 USC § 1324b(a)(3)).

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES

• Strong device physics background and good understanding of RF components (Mixers, Passives, Amplifiers, Switches). 
• Hands on experience working with RF and Electronic Test Equipment (Network Analyzer, Spectrum Analyzer, Signal Generator, Power Meter, Power Supplies, Oscilloscope, Multimeter, etc.) to characterize high frequency devices and modules. 
• Experience with microelectronics prototyping, interpreting assembly drawings and engineering specifications and a good knowledge of electronic components. 
• Exposure to mechanical drafting tools in general and AutoCAD in particular is a plus. 
• Team player with good communication and interpersonal skills. 
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Experience in building software based tools is a plus. 
• Commitment to work with a hands-on approach in a team atmosphere.

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Business Acumen: Awareness and knowledge of and insight into the organization’s vision, structure, culture, philosophy, operating principles, values, and code of ethics; ability to apply this understanding appropriately to diverse situations. Knowledge, insight, and understanding of business concepts, tools, and processes that are needed for making sound decisions in the context of the company’s business; ability to apply this knowledge appropriately to diverse situations.
• Change: Knowledge of and ability to align the organization’s people and culture with changes in business strategy, organizational structure, technology and business processes.

• Communication: Successful communication involves five components. Verbal communication refers to your ability to speak clearly and concisely. Nonverbal communication includes the capacity to project positive body language and facial expressions.     Written communication refers to your skillfulness in composing text messages, reports, and other types of documents. Visual communication involves your ability to relay information using pictures and other visual aids. Active listening should also be considered a key communication soft skill because it helps you listen to and actually hear what others say. You need to be able to listen to understand how to best communicate with someone.

• Strategic Thinking: Understands business issues and opportunities and translates or aligns them to a vision, strategy and plans to chart a course of action.

• Teamwork: Collaborate with others to achieve common goals. Build strong, positive working relationships with supervisor and team members/coworkers. Exercise the ability to compromise and be adaptable. 
• Problem-Solving / Critical Thinking: Ability to balance the needs of different people in a solution to a problem. Able to meet the needs of different constituents in the solution of a problem. Able to solve problems with multiple criteria that need to be met. Identifies and assesses all potential responses to a problem. 
• Integrity / Work Ethic: Deal with Conflict Properly. Report Unethical Behavior. Be upfront about your short comings. Be willing to do hard work. Take accountability for your actions. Be a team player. Respect others. Don’t abuse your power. Keep morale up.
• Interpersonal Skills: Interpersonal competencies help you interact, communicate, and collaborate with others effectively. Typical examples of interpersonal skills include empathy, active listening, and emotional intelligence