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Field Applications Engineer RF and Microwave

Arrow Electronics
Itasca, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 6/19/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/25/2026
Position

Field Applications Engineer RF and Microwave

Job Description

What You'll Be Doing

  • Utilize an advanced understanding of customer needs and technical leadership expertise to champion the return on engineering investment.
  • Serve as the primary subject matter expert for RF and Microwave demand creation activities, providing comprehensive pre-sales and post-sales technical support to help customers select the appropriate RF/Microwave components for their systems.
  • Employ technical knowledge to influence designs through solution selling, resources, and strategies with the goal of maximizing Richardson RFPD content in every customer design.
  • Conduct technical calibrations and research alongside sales and other Richardson RFPD departments, as well as suppliers, in support of customer designs.
  • Attend supplier training sessions, both in person and via conference calls. Channel the “voice of the customer” to internal departments and suppliers to shape future product development.
  • Identify key decision-makers among suppliers and customers. Manage supplier and customer expectations by developing and nurturing relationships, ensuring that stakeholders are kept informed about activities, plans, and progress toward initiatives.
  • Actively participate in strategic branch meetings and quarterly business reviews (QBRs). Develop and implement strategic technical plans by supplier line or customer solutions. Requires proficiency in sales tracking systems, SalesForce.com, Oracle, etc.
  • This job profile requires assignment and participation in a sales compensation plan. A portion of OTE will be variable and tied to specific sales-related goals set forth by Richardson RFPD (80/20 spilt).

What We're Looking For

  • Typically requires a 4-year degree and a minimum of 5 years of related experience in RF and Microwave design or RF and Microwave Field Applications Engineering.
  • Experience as an AE/FAE in the RF and Microwave semiconductor field a big plus
  • Exceptional communication, relationship building, and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate complex technical concepts into business solutions.
  • Travel up to 30% of time required.

Work Arrangement

Fully Remote: Must be able to travel to an Arrow office location as requested by Arrow leadership.

What's In It For You

At Arrow, we recognize that financial rewards and great benefits are important aspects of an ideal job. That’s why we offer competitive financial compensation, including various compensation plans and a solid benefits package.

  • Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
  • 401k, With Matching Contributions
  • Short-Term/Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)/Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) Options
  • Paid Time Off (including sick, holiday, vacation, etc.)
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Growth Opportunities
  • And more!

Annual Hiring Range/Hourly Rate

$84,300.00 - $159,999.96

Actual compensation offer to candidate may vary from posted hiring range based upon geographic location, work experience, education, and/or skill level. The pay ratio between base pay and target incentive (if applicable) will be finalized at offer.

Location:

US-IL-Illinois (Remote Employees)

Remote work employees may be required to be present at the closest designated Arrow office for work-related purposes, at the Company’s request and sole discretion.

Time Type

Full time

Job Category

Sales

EEO Statement

Arrow is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. (Arrow EEO/AAP policy)

All Arrow job postings are for existing job vacancies. We anticipate this requisition will be open for a minimum of five days, though it may be open for a longer period of time. We encourage your prompt application.

In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

Salary : $84,300 - $160,000

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