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NI is seeking a Field Applications Engineer to support key Aerospace, Defense & Government (ADG) accounts in the Seattle area! In this customer-facing role, you’ll serve as a trusted technical advisor, driving demand for NI’s test and measurement solutions. You’ll collaborate with account teams, guide customers through system architecture decisions, and influence technical strategy. This role blends engineering expertise with relationship-building, business insight, and industry knowledge to deliver long-term customer success!

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

+ Build key technical relationships at top accounts by demonstrating strong technical credibility and increasing customer confidence in NI solutions.

+ Understand and assist in the creation of customer technical requirements.

+ Recommend software and hardware architectures and guide customers through the test system development process.

+ Collaborate with NI Account Managers to lead and implement account technical strategies.

+ Coordinate with internal customers to implement technical initiatives and provide customer feedback.

+ Leverage industry, application, and account knowledge to uncover future technical needs and generate demand for NI products and services.

Who You Are:

+ A technically skilled and customer-focused engineer with strong interpersonal and relationship-building abilities.

+ A strategic thinker who can align technical activities with business goals.

+ A proactive communicator who thrives in customer-facing roles and multi-functional teams.

+ A lifelong learner who stays ahead with industry trends and technology roadmaps.

+ A trusted advisor who influences technical direction and inspires action across customers.

For This Role, You Will Need:

+ A BS degree in a STEM field (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics).

+ At least 5 years of experience in the Test and Measurement industry.

+ A minimum of 3 years of software programming experience.

+ Willingness and ability to travel regionally and to Austin, TX up to 25% of the time.

+ **U.S. citizenship status (required due to government contracts).**

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

+ Degree concentration in Electrical or Computer Engineering.

+ Strong oral and written communication skills in English.

+ Proficiency in software design patterns and software engineering concepts.

+ Advanced skills in LabVIEW, .NET, Python, or C++.

+ 5+ years of NI LabVIEW and TestStand development experience with certifications.

+ Experience developing and supporting automated measurement systems.

+ Knowledge of RF fundamentals, radar, and electronic warfare technologies.

+ Familiarity with NI PXI and modular instruments (RF, mixed signal, digital).

+ 2+ years of FPGA and fixed-point algorithm programming experience.

+ Domain expertise in ADG testing methodologies and workflows.

+ 2+ years in a customer-facing engineering role.

+ Experience contributing to strategic initiatives and account planning.

+ Ability to integrate business, operational, and interpersonal considerations into technical engagements.

Our Culture & Commitment to You

At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.

Our compensation philosophy is simple: we pay a competitive base salary, within the local market in which we operate, and reward performance during our annual merit review process. The salary range for this role is $180,000 - $225,000 annually, commensurate with the skills, talent, capabilities, and experience each candidate brings to a role.

WHY EMERSON

Our Commitment to Our People

At Emerson, we are motivated by a spirit of collaboration that helps our diverse, multicultural teams across the world drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable. And we want you to join us in our bold aspiration.

We have built an engaged community of inquisitive, dedicated people who thrive knowing they are welcomed, trusted, celebrated, and empowered to solve the world’s most complex problems — for our customers, our communities, and the planet. You’ll contribute to this vital work while further developing your skills through our award-winning employee development programs. We are a proud corporate citizen in every city where we operate and are committed to our people, our communities, and the world at large. We take this responsibility seriously and strive to make a positive impact through every endeavor.

At Emerson, you’ll see firsthand that our people are at the center of everything we do. So, let’s go. Let’s think differently. Learn, collaborate, and grow. Seek opportunity. Push boundaries. Be empowered to make things better. Speed up to break through. Let’s go, together.

Work Authorization

Emerson will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1(including those with OPT or CPT) , H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Emerson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.

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ABOUT EMERSON

Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software. Through our deep domain expertise and legacy of flawless execution, Emerson helps customers in critical industries like life sciences, energy, power and renewables, chemical and advanced factory automation operate more sustainably while improving productivity, energy security and reliability.

With global operations and a comprehensive portfolio of software and technology, we are helping companies implement digital transformation to measurably improve their operations, conserve valuable resources and enhance their safety.

We offer equitable opportunities, celebrate diversity, and embrace challenges with confidence that, together, we can make an impact across a broad spectrum of countries and industries. Whether you’re an established professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring possibilities, or a recent graduate with an advanced degree, you’ll find your chance to make a difference with Emerson. Join our team – let’s go!

No calls or agencies please.

**Requisition ID** : 25025484

Emerson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.