CareerPlan

Inkjet Application Engineer - Printed Electronics

USAFull-time$77k–$105k2026-11-09
On-siteU.S. persons only (export control)Security clearance required

Core

Develop and optimize inkjet printing processes for flexible and RF/microwave electronic components, bridging R&D to production for defense and commercial markets.

Role type

Senior IC inkjet application engineer (printed electronics)

Builds

Precision electronic and RF components using custom inkjet platforms

Domain

Defense technology / Printed electronics / RF/microwave

Required skills

inkjet application development, additive manufacturing, piezo and thermal printhead tuning, fluid rheology, industrial printer troubleshooting, motion control, digital imaging, metrology tools

Preferred skills

masters degree, additive manufacturing or printing technology certifications

Technologies

piezo printheads, thermal printheads, micro-pen dispensers, drop-watchers, profilometers

Responsibilities

Test inks, printheads, and substrates for quality and compatibility; Operate and optimize inkjet printers and micro-pen dispensers; Tune print waveforms and assess fluid-structure interactions; Work with sales to define requirements and develop prototypes; Conduct proof-of-concept builds; Troubleshoot field issues and train customer engineers; Prepare technical reports and application guides