Applications Engineer

PACIFIC AEROSPACE & ELECTRONICS • Wenatchee, WA

4d • $85,000 - $100,000

About The Position

Pacific Aerospace & Electronics (PacAero) is seeking an Applications Engineer to develop and apply advanced engineering solutions for the product needs of current and future customers. Under the guidance of a manager or senior staff, the role supports customer applications for electronic connectors and housings used in demanding environments, including medical, aerospace and defense, and other applications.

The Applications Engineer identifies opportunities for PacAero technologies, works with customer designers to develop solutions, and manages application development from initial research through prototype and production. The position designs and analyzes mechanical components, assesses materials and processes, coordinates with internal departments, and supports testing, quoting, and customer account development. Occasional travel to customer facilities is required.

This is an exempt, salaried position, typically Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The role is based in an office environment and involves extended computer use, repetitive work across multiple screens, and sitting or standing for extended periods. Due to ITAR requirements, employees must qualify as U.S. Persons and provide proof upon hire.

Requirements

• Read, write, speak, and comprehend English.
• Good computer skills.
• Ability to effectively train other employees.
• Ability to sit and/or stand for extended periods and retain information.
• Legible handwriting.
• Dependable, responsive to management direction, and able to follow instructions.
• Take responsibility for own actions and support company and management decisions.
• Identify and support process improvements and understand the effects of process deviations.
• Requires minimal supervision for everyday tasks and demonstrates strong independent thinking and problem-solving ability.
• Ability to advise management of policy violations and offer help when needed.
• Ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings and specifications.
• High degree of independence in decision-making; ability to identify problems and provide solutions.
• Drive to lead and set an example, with attention to detail.
• Associate’s degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school, at least two years of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Proficiency using SolidWorks to create part models, assemblies, and drawings.
• Knowledge of ANSI geometric tolerance requirements.
• Must meet the ITAR definition of a U.S. Person and provide proof upon hire.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work cooperatively with all employees and adapt work schedules to company needs.
• Follow company policies, attend work reliably and on time, and perform other duties as assigned.
• Observe safety regulations, use required protective equipment, encourage safe practices, and report or correct hazards.
• Identify opportunities for PacAero technologies among current customers and potential new customers.
• Research customer requirements to assess design feasibility and application suitability.
• Work with customer designers to develop new solutions.
• Track all phases of new application development and maintain customer communication to keep development on schedule.
• Design conceptual, prototype, and production-ready mechanical components that meet performance requirements.
• Analyze designs for form, fit, and function, using tolerance analysis as needed.
• Travel occasionally to customer facilities with senior staff or territory representatives to evaluate engineering issues, promote technologies, and support sales.
• Create and manage project development tasks, including schedules, test plans, kickoff meetings, and post-mortem reviews.
• Identify risks and potential design issues and propose solutions through design and development work.
• Determine suitable processes and materials for prototype and production parts.
• Coordinate with other departments to produce prototypes, production parts, and tooling.
• Suggest bill-of-materials structures to the engineering design team.
• Review and recommend technical details for quote reviews.
• Assist engineering and quality assurance teams in determining effective methods for testing and demonstrating compliance with customer requirements.
• Stay current on technologies, materials, and processes that could advance PacAero’s market share.
• Manage technical aspects of assigned accounts and develop close technical relationships with customers.
• Develop new business, generate marketing ideas, and maintain relationships with key customer programs.
• Apply project, product, and program management skills, including high-level negotiation.
• Gather cross-customer and cross-program information and market trends, and recommend strategic planning for future business decisions.
• Promote teamwork, maintain a clean and safe work area, and provide customers with high-quality products and services.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Voluntary life, critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance.
• Bonus incentive eligibility.
• Paid time off accruing each pay period and sick time in accordance with Washington state regulations.
• Paid holidays.
• 401(k) with a 100% company match up to 4%.
• Employer-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Dependable work schedules and overtime opportunities.
• Term life and AD&D insurance.
• Corporate gym membership discounts.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree