High-Speed Connector Product Design Engineer

Role Overview

• Develops high speed and filtered connectors and contacts from the concept phase through production following a Stage Gate process.
• Create 3D models and 2D drawings of high speed and filtered connectors and contacts based on electrical, mechanical, and environmental requirements
• Establish signal integrity design performance/functional requirements for new product designs
• Design PCB’s and test adapters as needed to perform evaluation and validation of connector signal integrity
• Prepare and release manufacturing assembly drawings and bills of materials (BOMs).
• Initiate and support drawing changes (ECNs, impact assessments, material dispositions)
• Support production with manufacturing issues, supplier issues, quality issues, etc. that affect the fiber optic interconnect products.
• Prepare labor and material cost estimates for new high speed and filtered connectors and contacts .
• Identify non-recurring engineering (NRE) and equipment needs.
• Develop qualification test plans that meet customer and/or industry performance requirements
• Support procurement in alternate component selections and alternate sourcing.
• Interface directly with customer technical personnel to interpret design requirements.
• Perform tolerance analysis and FEA on mating designs.
• Perform contract review on new revisions to customer specifications
• Engineering product setup, design, and lifecycle management
• Engineering BOM creation, documentation creation and updates
• Multi-functional team member representing Product Engineering
• Product Testing/Qualification support and overview within Product Evaluation Lab
• Performs other duties as assigned by Engineering Management

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, or equivalent technical degree
• 5 years minimum experience in Mil/Aero high-speed and/or filter connector design
• Experienced in creation of Mil/Aero high speed connector and contact component and assembly drawings and documentation
• Working knowledge of industry standard communication protocols: 10/100/1G/10G BASE-T Ethernet, Single Pair Ethernet, analog/digital video, 1553 databus, USB , Display Port, HDMI, SATA and experience designing mil/aero connectors meeting these protocols.
• Experience with 3D CAD software (Creo, Solidworks, NX, or similar)
• Proficiency in using high-speed performance test equipment (network analyzer, Fluke DSX, etc.)
• Working knowledge of contact technologies and contact physics theory.
• Possess strong analytical capabilities to interpret simulation and lab data to identify issues and provide solutions to fix identified problems.
• Experience designing both cable side and PCB connectors.
• Familiarity with design for harsh environments.
• Working knowledge of electromagnetic theory and electrical circuit behavior
• Working knowledge of metal properties: conductivity, corrosion, machining methods, plating options
• ASME Y14.5 Dimensioning and Tolerancing, including GD&T
• Ability to manage multiple tasks to drive results
• Highly self-motivated and a willingness to make a difference and learn
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work with different departments.
• Working knowledge of MS Office products such as Excel, Word etc...
• The ability to travel periodically (up to 10%)
• Must be a US Citizen or Permanent US Resident to be considered for this role

Tech Stack

• Assembly

Benefits

• health insurance
• 401(k)
• short and long-term disability
• paid time off
• growth and developmental opportunities
• other incentive compensation programs