Technical Staff Engineer – Business Development (Aerospace & Defense, U.S. West Region)

Microchip Technology Inc.•Irvine, CA

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

Join Microchip’s FPGA Business Unit and help shape the future of space technology. As a Technical Staff Engineer – Business Development, you will be at the forefront of driving Microchip’s growth in the Aerospace and Defense market. This role combines customer engagement, technical leadership, and strategic market influence to accelerate the adoption of Microchip’s radiation-tolerant and space-grade FPGA solutions.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related discipline
10+ years of experience in FPGA field applications, technical sales, or semiconductor business development
Exceptional communication skills—able to clearly articulate technical value and listen effectively to customer needs
Proven ability to work cross‑functionally and drive alignment across engineering, marketing, and sales teams
Strategic mindset with a passion for shaping technology direction and customer success
U.S. Citizenship required
U.S. Export Controls Requirements: This job requires access to technology, materials, software or hardware that is controlled by the export laws of the United States. Candidates are required to provide proof of either US citizenship, Permanent US residency or classification as a protected individual as defined in 8 USC 1324b (a) (3).

Responsibilities

Build, strengthen, and manage relationships with major Aerospace and Defense customers.
Identify, qualify, and develop new business opportunities across the U.S. West Region.
Deliver compelling technical updates, product briefings, and solution presentations—onsite and virtually.
Partner closely with sales teams to analyze pipelines, troubleshoot deal blockers, and accelerate opportunity closure.
Provide accurate and timely inputs for FPGA forecasting and operational planning.
Drive design-ins and design-wins that contribute to sustainable revenue growth.
Monitor industry trends, competitive positioning, and emerging market needs.
Influence product roadmaps, IP development priorities, and long‑term strategy through customer and market insight.
Execute targeted go‑to‑market activities to expand Microchip’s presence and mindshare in the Aerospace & Defense domain.
Represent Microchip at leading industry conferences, trade shows, and technical forums.
Deliver high‑quality technical papers and presentations that reinforce Microchip’s leadership in the Aerospace & Defense FPGA market.