STEM OPT Applications Analyst Jobs
Applications Analyst roles sit squarely within STEM-designated CIP codes, making them strong candidates for the 24-month STEM OPT extension beyond your initial 12 months. Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify and co-sign your I-983 training plan. A STEM degree in computer science, information systems, or a related field qualifies.
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Technical Sales & Support Engineer
Location: Tucson, Arizona (On-site)
Employment Type: Full-time, Exempt
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm
Pay Range: $50,000-$60,000 annually
Reports To: CX Manager
Are you a technically savvy communicator who thrives on solving problems and helping customers succeed? Join Alicat Scientific in Tucson, Arizona, where we design and build high performance mass flow and pressure instruments used in industries like aerospace, biotech, clean energy, and advanced manufacturing.
You will become a go-to expert for customers seeking solutions in mass flow. As the frontline technical advisor and sales partner, you’ll play a critical role in supporting sales conversions and delivering high-level technical support. You’ll help drive revenue by delivering fast, accurate, and insightful assistance that turns inquiries into long-term relationships. Whether you're building quotes, guiding product selection, or troubleshooting complex application challenges, you’ll be the trusted first point of contact ensuring customers get effective help every step of the way.
Core Responsibilities
Sales & Customer Engagement:
- Serve as the first point of contact for inbound inquiries via phone, email, and live chat.
- Qualify customer needs and recommend tailored solutions that align with their technical and business goals.
- Build accurate, application-specific quotes and follow up to drive conversions.
- Support OEMs and distribution partners with quoting and technical guidance.
Technical Troubleshooting:
- Troubleshoot flow instability, pressure regulation challenges, mechanical operations, and chemical incompatibilities.
- Remotely diagnose and resolve complex communication errors by investigating hardware issues (including wiring, power, and signal integrity) and software-based networking problems.
- Provide clear, professional communication through email, phone, and internal systems.
- Assist customers with order-related issues and escalate complex cases to the Admin Manager when needed.
Sales Operations:
- Accurately enter and manage sales and service orders to ensure smooth processing and timely fulfillment.
- Maintain CRM records to support clear communication, order tracking, and customer history management.
- Collaborate with internal teams to ensure customer requirements are captured and executed correctly.
Collaboration & Teamwork:
- Work closely with engineering, production, and marketing teams to ensure customer satisfaction and product alignment.
- Contribute to product documentation and marketing content to enhance customer understanding.
Skills & Qualifications
- A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Physics, or related STEM field is a plus.
- Detail-oriented mindset with strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Experience or interest in fluid control, instrumentation, or automation.
- Familiarity with one or more of the following fields is a plus: aerospace, bioprocessing, chemistry, environmental science, semiconductor technology, or optical sciences.
- Bonus if you’ve worked in technical sales, customer support, or application engineering.
Work Environment
This is an on-site, desk-based role involving regular computer use and phone-based customer interaction throughout the day.
Benefits:
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Life and Disability Insurance Plans
- 401k with up to 5% match and vesting schedule
- Tuition reimbursement
- Earned PTO
- Paid holidays
- Parental Leave
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Technical Sales & Support Engineer
Location: Tucson, Arizona (On-site)
Employment Type: Full-time, Exempt
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm
Pay Range: $50,000-$60,000 annually
Reports To: CX Manager
Are you a technically savvy communicator who thrives on solving problems and helping customers succeed? Join Alicat Scientific in Tucson, Arizona, where we design and build high performance mass flow and pressure instruments used in industries like aerospace, biotech, clean energy, and advanced manufacturing.
You will become a go-to expert for customers seeking solutions in mass flow. As the frontline technical advisor and sales partner, you’ll play a critical role in supporting sales conversions and delivering high-level technical support. You’ll help drive revenue by delivering fast, accurate, and insightful assistance that turns inquiries into long-term relationships. Whether you're building quotes, guiding product selection, or troubleshooting complex application challenges, you’ll be the trusted first point of contact ensuring customers get effective help every step of the way.
Core Responsibilities
Sales & Customer Engagement:
- Serve as the first point of contact for inbound inquiries via phone, email, and live chat.
- Qualify customer needs and recommend tailored solutions that align with their technical and business goals.
- Build accurate, application-specific quotes and follow up to drive conversions.
- Support OEMs and distribution partners with quoting and technical guidance.
Technical Troubleshooting:
- Troubleshoot flow instability, pressure regulation challenges, mechanical operations, and chemical incompatibilities.
- Remotely diagnose and resolve complex communication errors by investigating hardware issues (including wiring, power, and signal integrity) and software-based networking problems.
- Provide clear, professional communication through email, phone, and internal systems.
- Assist customers with order-related issues and escalate complex cases to the Admin Manager when needed.
Sales Operations:
- Accurately enter and manage sales and service orders to ensure smooth processing and timely fulfillment.
- Maintain CRM records to support clear communication, order tracking, and customer history management.
- Collaborate with internal teams to ensure customer requirements are captured and executed correctly.
Collaboration & Teamwork:
- Work closely with engineering, production, and marketing teams to ensure customer satisfaction and product alignment.
- Contribute to product documentation and marketing content to enhance customer understanding.
Skills & Qualifications
- A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Physics, or related STEM field is a plus.
- Detail-oriented mindset with strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Experience or interest in fluid control, instrumentation, or automation.
- Familiarity with one or more of the following fields is a plus: aerospace, bioprocessing, chemistry, environmental science, semiconductor technology, or optical sciences.
- Bonus if you’ve worked in technical sales, customer support, or application engineering.
Work Environment
This is an on-site, desk-based role involving regular computer use and phone-based customer interaction throughout the day.
Benefits:
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Life and Disability Insurance Plans
- 401k with up to 5% match and vesting schedule
- Tuition reimbursement
- Earned PTO
- Paid holidays
- Parental Leave
Not the right fit? Let us know you're interested in a future opportunity by clicking Introduce Yourself in the top-right corner of the page or create an account to set up email alerts as new job postings become available that meet your interest!
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as an Applications Analyst
Confirm your CIP code before applying
Check that your degree's CIP code maps to a STEM-designated field recognized by ICE. Information systems, computer science, and engineering technology codes typically qualify, but the exact code on your transcript is what your DSO uses to authorize the extension.
Search only E-Verify enrolled employers
Filter your job search to companies registered with E-Verify before you apply. You can verify employer enrollment directly through the E-Verify employer search tool. Applying to non-enrolled employers wastes time since they cannot legally support your STEM OPT extension.
Align your I-983 training goals to the role
Draft your I-983 training plan goals around the specific technical skills in the Applications Analyst job description before your offer letter is signed. Employers unfamiliar with STEM OPT paperwork respond better when you arrive with a ready framework tied to their systems environment.
Use Migrate Mate to target verified sponsors
Search Applications Analyst roles on Migrate Mate, which surfaces employers with confirmed STEM OPT hiring history. Targeting companies already familiar with the E-Verify requirement and I-983 process cuts through employers who will stall or withdraw offers mid-process.
Time your application around your OPT end date
Submit your STEM OPT extension application to USCIS no later than 90 days before your initial OPT expires. Your cap-gap protection only activates if your H-1B visa petition is filed and your OPT is still valid, so an early application gives you buffer for USCIS processing delays.
Clarify the prevailing wage before negotiating
Look up the wage level for Applications Analyst roles in your target metro using the OFLC Wage Search before your offer conversation. STEM OPT does not set a wage floor, but knowing the DOL prevailing wage protects you if the employer later files an LCA for H-1B sponsorship.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Applications Analyst role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Yes, if your degree is in a STEM-designated field such as computer science, information systems, or engineering. The qualifying factor is your degree's CIP code, not the job title itself. Your DSO confirms eligibility when you apply for the extension. The O*NET occupation profile for Applications Analyst supports alignment with STEM degree programs in information technology and systems analysis.
What E-Verify requirement applies to my STEM OPT employer?
Your employer must be actively enrolled in E-Verify before your STEM OPT extension begins. This is a federal requirement enforced by ICE, not something the employer can complete after hiring you. Verify enrollment through the E-Verify employer search before accepting an offer. Employers who are not enrolled cannot legally employ you on a STEM OPT extension, regardless of their willingness to sponsor.
What goes into the I-983 training plan for an Applications Analyst position?
The I-983 must describe the specific skills you will develop, how the training relates to your STEM degree, and how the employer will supervise and evaluate your progress. For an Applications Analyst role, this typically includes systems configuration, requirements analysis, and software implementation workflows. Both you and your employer sign the form, and your DSO must receive it before your extension is authorized by USCIS.
How does cap-gap protection work if I receive an H-1B petition while on STEM OPT?
If your employer files a timely H-1B petition on your behalf before your STEM OPT expires, cap-gap automatically extends your work authorization through September 30 of that fiscal year. You can continue working as an Applications Analyst during this period without interruption. USCIS confirms cap-gap status on your I-20, which your DSO updates after the petition receipt notice is issued.
Where can I find Applications Analyst jobs where employers already understand STEM OPT?
Migrate Mate lists Applications Analyst roles filtered for employers with STEM OPT and E-Verify hiring experience. Targeting employers who have navigated the I-983 process before reduces the risk of an offer being rescinded when HR encounters the training plan requirement for the first time. You can search by role and filter by work authorization type directly on Migrate Mate.