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Senior Connector Design Engineer

Mesa, AZ · On-site

$103K - $142K/yr

Under minimal supervision, the Senior Connector Design Engineer will lead the design and development of advanced RF and microwave components and assemblies for industry-leading product lines across ...

Lear Corporation

Senior Connector Engineer

Southfield, MI · On-site

$96K - $132K/yr

SENIOR CONNECTOR ENGINEER - CONNECTION SYSTEMS SOUTHFIELD, MICHIGAN Reporting to the Manager of ... Create 3D CAD proposals * Preparing DFMEAs * Select materials, managing the FEA and making design ...

Lear Corporation

Senior Connector Engineer

Southfield, MI

$96K - $132K/yr

SENIOR CONNECTOR ENGINEER - CONNECTION SYSTEMS SOUTHFIELD, MICHIGAN Reporting to the Manager of ... Create 3D CAD proposals * Preparing DFMEAs * Select materials, managing the FEA and making design ...

Samtec, Inc

Connector Product Design Engineer

New Albany, IN · On-site +1

$119K - $143K/yr

Senior Product Design Engineer Location: New Albany, IN (Preferred) Also open to Harrisburg, PA ... High-speed connector design and development experience. * Signal integrity, power integrity, or ...

Samtec, Inc

Connector Product Design Engineer

Columbia, SC · On-site +1

$119K - $143K/yr

Senior Product Design Engineer Location: New Albany, IN (Preferred) Also open to Harrisburg, PA ... High-speed connector design and development experience. * Signal integrity, power integrity, or ...

samtec

Connector Product Design Engineer

New Albany, IN · On-site

$119K - $143K/yr

Senior Product Design Engineer Location: New Albany, IN (Preferred) Also open to Harrisburg, PA ... High-speed connector design and development experience. * Signal integrity, power integrity, or ...

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As of Aug 3, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior connector design engineer in the United States is $134,577.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $107,500.00 and $157,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Senior Connector Design Engineer vs Connector Design Engineer?

AspectSenior Connector Design EngineerConnector Design Engineer
QualificationsBachelor's or Master's in Electrical, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering; certifications like PE or IPC are commonBachelor's degree in relevant engineering field; similar certifications may apply
Work EnvironmentDesign labs, manufacturing facilities, R&D departmentsDesign teams, manufacturing plants, product development units
ResponsibilitiesLeading complex connector designs, mentoring junior engineers, overseeing projectsDeveloping connector designs, testing prototypes, collaborating with manufacturing

The Senior Connector Design Engineer typically has more experience, leadership responsibilities, and oversees complex projects compared to the Connector Design Engineer. Both roles require similar technical skills and work environments, but the senior position involves greater oversight and strategic input.

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Infographic showing various Senior Connector Design Engineer job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 12% Internship, 81% Full Time, 4% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Summer. Highlights an 89% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $134,577 per year, or $64.7 per hour.

Senior Connector Design Engineer

Times Microwave Systems

Wallingford, CT • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 22 days ago

Job description


Summary

Under minimal supervision, the Senior Connector Design Engineer will lead the design and development of advanced RF and microwave components and assemblies for industry-leading product lines across some of the world's most demanding markets and applications. This role involves developing innovative solutions for connectors, adapters, cable assemblies, antennas, and other RF/microwave products that meet stringent performance requirements in applications ranging from submarine environments to interstellar space. The engineer will manage complex projects from concept through production, mentor junior engineers, and collaborate cross functionally to support aggressive growth initiatives. In addition, the Senior Connector Design Engineer will help define product specifications and standards that meet customer needs and partner with suppliers to ensure design manufacturability and product quality throughout the development process.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Design & Development:
    • Develop RF and microwave components (e.g., coaxial connectors, adapters, cable assemblies, terminations, etc) to meet customer and market requirements.
    • Perform simulations and modeling using industry-standard tools (e.g., HFSS, ADS, CST).
  • Technical Analysis:
    • Interpret technical drawings, schematics, and specifications.
    • Analyze customer requirements and propose feasible, cost-effective solutions.
    • Conducts design for manufacturability and cost assessments; recommends design/requirements changes as warranted
  • Testing & Validation:
    • Define and execute test plans for RF performance (VSWR, insertion loss, return loss, PIM, etc.).
    • Troubleshoot and resolve design or performance issues.
  • Collaboration:
    • Work closely with manufacturing, quality, sourcing and external suppliers to ensure design manufacturability and cost optimization.
    • Provide technical support to sales and application engineering teams.
    • Evaluate design concept requirements packages for feasibility, viability and risk. Leads preliminary design review activities to develop risk assessment and mitigation plans
    • Leads multiple engineering design projects covering the company's range of technology and product areas
  • Continuous Improvement:
    • Stay current with RF/microwave finite element analysis and other design tools
    • Recommend design enhancements and new product opportunities.
    • Create and build a library of validated and reliable design standards
    • Collaborate cross functionally to develop efficient validation and qualification data

Job Requirements

  • BS in Mechanical, Aerospace or Electrical Engineering (MS in Engineering helpful)
  • 7 - 10 years of design engineering experience
  • Familiarity with industry standards (MIL-STDs, IEC, ASTM etc)
  • Technical leadership experience is helpful
  • Proficient in software tools including Solid Works, CST, PLM, MRP
  • Knowledge of ISO 9001 and AS 9100 structure and requirements
  • Expertise with tools such as FMEA, FEA, DFM, DFT and statistical techniques
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with team members at all levels in the organization
  • Excellent problem solving, data analysis, deductive reasoning and critical thinking skills

Times Microwave Systems is an equal opportunity employer M/F/D/V.