Sr. Associate, Application Engineer

We are seeking a highly motivated and technically strong Application Engineer to play a strategic technical role expanding and supporting the adoption of Narda Safety Test Solutions (Narda STS) product lines throughout the United States. Narda STS, based in Germany, is a global leader in RF test & measurement, EMF safety, spectrum monitoring, interference hunting, and EMC/EMI analysis. This position focuses on expanding Narda’s presence across key U.S. markets, including military and defense, government agencies, aerospace, telecommunications, and industrial customers. In this role you will act as the technical authority for Narda products in the U.S., providing end-to-end support, from pre-sales consulting and product demonstrations to application development and post-sales assistance. A critical part of this role includes collaborative technical engagement and brainstorming with customers, including military program offices, system integrators, and field engineers, to help identify mission requirements, design technical use cases, and propose innovative solutions using Narda STS equipment. Key Responsibilities Customer & Applications Engineering Serve as the primary technical expert for Narda STS equipment including EMF meters, spectrum analyzers, RF interference detectors, RF direction finders, and spectrum monitoring systems. Conduct product demonstrations for commercial, government, and U.S. military customers (onsite, virtual, and at trade shows). Work with customers to design test methods, solve operational challenges, and optimize their use of Narda products. Engage in brainstorming sessions with defense and enterprise clients to develop application concepts, system configurations, and mission-specific use cases. Provide Tier 1/Tier 2 technical support and coordinate with engineering teams in Germany for advanced issues. Create and deliver training, application notes, usage guides, and technical presentations. Sales Engineering & Business Development Support sales initiatives by identifying customer needs and recommending the proper Narda STS solution set. Prepare customized proposals, technical quotes, and configuration packages. Support federal and military acquisition processes including RFP/RFQ responses. Build strong relationships with key accounts in the defense, aerospace, telecom, and industrial sectors. Participate in field evaluations, pilot programs, and product qualification activities with military stakeholders. Market & Product Insight Collect customer feedback to help guide new product features, development, and roadmap discussions with Narda STS headquarters. Maintain expertise in RF measurement, EMF regulations, spectrum-monitoring practices, and military-relevant standards. Track market trends and competitive products to support strategic planning. Travel Requirements Frequent domestic travel for customer visits, demonstrations, training sessions, field support, and events. Occasional travel to Germany for product training and technical alignment with Narda STS teams. Qualifications Required Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, RF Engineering, Physics, Communications Engineering, or equivalent technical experience with RF systems. 2+ years in RF test & measurement, spectrum analysis, EMC/EMI, or similar technical field. Strong understanding of RF concepts (modulation, spectrum behavior, antennas, interference, propagation). Proven customer-facing experience in pre-sales engineering, applications support, system integration, or field engineering. Ability to lead technical discussions and explain complex concepts clearly. Active U.S. Government security clearance preferred; candidates must be eligible to obtain and maintain a government clearance. Preferred Experience supporting U.S. military customers, defense contractors, or federal agencies. Experience with Narda STS or comparable RF instrumentation (Keysight, Rohde & Schwarz, Anritsu, Wavecontrol, etc.). Personal Attributes Strong technical curiosity and problem-solving abilities. Comfortable brainstorming technical ideas and application scenarios with customers. Self-starter with excellent organizational and communication skills. Ability to work independently in a remote environment while coordinating across time zones. Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Narda-MITEQ is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Disability/Veterans Employer. We are committed to maintaining a workplace that is inclusive, respectful, and free from discrimination, where all employees and applicants are treated with dignity and fairness. Employment decisions are made in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. All qualified applicants receive equal consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Narda-MITEQ complies with applicable Executive Orders, including affirmative action requirements for individuals with disabilities and veterans. Narda-MITEQ is a drug-free workplace and conducts pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, as permitted by law. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require a reasonable accommodation to use or access the Narda-MITEQ career website due to your disability, you have the right to request such an accommodation. To request a reasonable accommodation, please contact Denise Nocerino at [email protected] . Proof of employment authorization will be required. Narda-MITEQ is not required to sponsor applicants for work visas. As this position will require access to export-controlled information, only applications from “U.S. persons” within the meaning of the International Traffic in Arms Regulations and Export Administration Regulations will be considered. Narda-MITEQ is not required to seek export license for applicants who do not meet this requirement.