Sr. Field Applications Manager

Kyocera International, Inc. is hiring a Sr. Field Applications Manage r at our San Diego, CA facility!

With nearly 80,000 employees globally, Kyocera is a leading manufacturer of high-tech ceramics in various industries, including aerospace, automotive, Medical applications, and semiconductor processing. Our innovative materials are found in everything from smartphones to space shuttles!

Look at these PERKS !

• Competitive pay, benefits, and hours
• 120 hours of vacation accrued per year to start (that's 3 weeks / year for regular 8-hour shifts!)
• 10 Paid Holidays per year
• 401(k)
• 401(k) company match
• Pension
• Medical insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible schedules
• Tuition reimbursement

We have a long-tenured staff (many with over 30 years of service!), a vital company mission, and an excellent benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Paid time off to Volunteer, paid Leave options, Tuition Reimbursement, an employer-paid Pension and a 401(k) with both Roth and a healthy company match. Our larger locations also feature onsite gyms, walking tracks, exercise rooms, and employee gardens.

We strive to have a diverse workforce from all backgrounds, including minorities, women, and veterans, who bring their experience to support the innovation and quality that Kyocera is known for.

Kyocera International, Inc. also has a robust corporate culture and philosophy based on the experiences and writings of our founder, Dr. Kazuo Inamori, which you can learn more about here : Kyocera Values . Our company motto is “Do the right thing as a human being,” and we try to use that motto constantly in our decision-making.

Pay Range - $130,000 - $160,000 per year (Actual base pay based on factors such as relevant experience, education, market, qualifications, and skills)

Sr. Field Applications Manager (SS5562)

Exempt : Yes

Safety Sensitive : No

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF POSITION

The Sr. Field Applications Manager serves as the primary technical liaison between customers and internal manufacturing, quality, and product development teams. This role supports sales efforts by translating customer needs into actionable technical requirements and ensuring alignment across internal teams. The Field Applications Manager will also assist in resolving performance and quality issues and provide technical training and guidance to sales and distribution teams.

REQUIREMENTS :

4-year Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience required.

Minimum 10+ years of experience in technical customer-facing roles, preferably in field applications, product support, quality, or technical project management.

Strong comprehension of technical drawings, materials, and product specifications.

Excellent conflict resolution and interpersonal skills.

Highly organized with strong follow-up practices.

Proven written and verbal communication skills

Valid U.S. documentation and ability to travel domestically and internationally.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Basic proficiency in SAP or similar ERP systems.

Must be eligible to work in an ITAR environment

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Act as the technical point of contact for customer inquiries, ensuring clear communication between external stakeholders and internal teams.

2. Deliver engaging presentations on product capabilities, technical solutions, and lifecycle support.

3. Collaborate with sales, R&D, and manufacturing to develop product support strategies.

4. Translate customer requirements into clear specifications and documentation for internal use and vendor communication.

5. Maintain close liaison with manufacturing, product development, and marketing to ensure alignment with current technologies and capabilities.

6. Review technical product designs and ensure customer expectations are met or exceeded; support new product introductions and launches.

7. Monitor and report on technical milestones, field issues, and opportunities for improvement.

8. Work closely with quality and manufacturing teams to address post-sale service and support needs.

9. Provide feedback to manufacturing on evolving customer requirements and market trends.

10. Frequent travel required, both domestic and international.

Perform any other related duties as required or assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty mentioned satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES

The following physical activities described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and expectations.

While performing the functions of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk or hear; frequently required to stand, walk; and occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

The employee must occasionally lift and / or move up to 25 pounds, occasionally lift and / or move up to 50 pounds, frequently lift and / or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

The following work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the functions of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to work near moving mechanical parts.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

The above statements are intended to describe the work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. The duties and responsibilities of this position are subject to change and other duties may be assigned or removed at any time. This position may require exposure to information subject to US Export Control regulations, i.e. : the International Traffic and Arms Regulations (ITAR) or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). All applicants must be US persons within the meaning of US regulations.

Kyocera International, Inc. values diversity in its workforce, and is proud to be an AAP / EEO employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability.

If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact Kyocera International, Inc. Human Resources team directly.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.

For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.