Applications Engineer (Technical Sales & Export Classification Focus)
At a glance
Mid-level Solutions & Sales Engineering role at Flir. San Diego · full-time · $62,800–$83,700 base.
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What you'll do
- Turn customer specifications into standard or engineered-to-order cable and interconnect designs
- Lead site activities for export jurisdiction and classification, including ITAR-related work
- Guide customer conversations before and after sales, including demonstrations and technical presentations
- Coordinate new product introductions with manufacturing and create drawings, application notes, and specifications
- Train internal teams on new assemblies while running several projects and improvement efforts
What you bring
- A bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or a related discipline is required
- You bring strong communication, organization, multitasking, and practical problem-solving skills
- You can use Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook effectively
- One to three years of engineering or applications work is preferred
- U.S. Person status is required to access ITAR-controlled technical data
Who this fits
You’ll suit a mid-level applications engineering role that combines customer-facing technical sales, manufacturing coordination, and export compliance. The job is based in San Diego and requires U.S. Person status for ITAR-controlled data. Experience with export classification and CAD tools such as SolidWorks or AutoCAD would support the role.
From the employer
Be visionary
Teledyne Technologies Incorporated provides enabling technologies for industrial growth markets that require advanced technology and high reliability. These markets include aerospace and defense, factory automation, air and water quality environmental monitoring, electronics design and development, oceanographic research, deepwater oil and gas exploration and production, medical imaging and pharmaceutical research.
We are looking for individuals who thrive on making an impact and want the excitement of being on a team that wins.
Job Description
Teledyne Cable Solutions – Part of Teledyne Marine Interconnect Solutions
In this role, you’ll act as the technical bridge between engineering, manufacturing, and customers—while serving as the primary point of contact for export jurisdiction and classification (J/C). Your work ensures that complex cable and interconnect solutions are not only technically sound but also compliant with regulatory requirements. You’ll play a critical role in enabling safe, compliant growth across global markets.
What you’ll do
- Translate customer specifications into standard and engineered-to-order cable and interconnect solutions
- Serve as the site lead for export jurisdiction and classification (J/C) activities
- Support technical discussions with customers in both pre- and post-sales phases
- Deliver product demonstrations and technical presentations to support business development
- Collaborate with manufacturing on new product introductions and assembly support
- Prepare technical documentation, including drawings, application notes, and specifications
- Ensure solutions meet customer expectations, quality standards, and compliance requirements
- Train internal teams on newly developed products and assemblies
- Manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines
- Contribute to continuous improvement and operational excellence initiatives
What you need
- Strong communication, organization, and multitasking skills – required
- Ability to interpret technical requirements and translate into practical solutions – required
- Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving ability – required
- Knowledge of export jurisdiction and classification (e.g., ITAR) – preferred
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field – required
- 1–3 years of engineering or applications experience – preferred
- Experience with CAD tools (SolidWorks, AutoCAD) – preferred
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook) – required
What we offer
- Exposure to advanced marine and cable technologies used in demanding environments
- A cross-functional role combining engineering, compliance, and customer interaction
- Opportunities for career growth in technical sales and applications engineering
- Collaborative team environment supporting innovation and continuous improvement
- Competitive benefits package
What happens next
After you apply, our recruiting team will review your application and reach out to qualified candidates. The process typically includes an initial screening followed by interviews with technical and business stakeholders.
This role requires “U.S. Person” status to access ITAR-controlled technical data.
Salary Range:
$62,800.00-$83,700.000The anticipated salary range listed for this role is only an estimate. Actual compensation for successful candidates is carefully determined based on several factors including, but not limited to, location, education/training, work experience, key skills, and type of position.
Teledyne conducts background checks on qualified applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment in accordance with applicable laws, regulations and ordinances. Background checks may include, but are not limited to, education verification, employment history and verification, criminal convictions, Motor Vehicle Report (MVR & driving history), reference check, credit checks/credit history and drug testing. All qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
Teledyne and all of our employees are committed to conducting business with the highest ethical standards. We require all employees to comply with all applicable laws, regulations, rules and regulatory orders. Our reputation for honesty, integrity and high ethics is as important to us as our reputation for making innovative sensing solutions.
Teledyne is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other characteristic or non-merit based factor made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws.
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