MACOM

Principal RF / Microwave Module Electronic Design Engineer

MACOM$133K — $198K *
Telecommunications & Hardware
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • BS, MS, or PhD in Electrical Engineering required.
  • Over 10 years of RF/microwave circuit design experience needed.
  • Proficiency in modern microwave simulation tools (ADS, AWR) essential.
  • Experience with complex RF/microwave transitions and high yield, low-cost design is necessary.
  • Familiarity with EM simulations (Momentum, EmPro, HFSS) preferred.
  • Knowledge of the Smith Chart for impedance matching and tuning is required.
  • Experience with industry-standard test equipment for S-parameter and nonlinear measurements is essential.

Responsibilities

  • Design, layout, test, and release new control circuits for RF/microwave applications.
  • Develop a variety of RF/microwave products, including switches and attenuators, in various package forms.
  • Manage design activities across all phases from initiation to product release.
  • Collaborate with test engineering on test and assembly plans and procedures.
  • Innovate cost-effective packaging and assembly methods with package and assembly teams.
  • Lead prototype builds and manage product characterization, including fixture design and data analysis.
  • Transfer products to production while following a formal stage-gate process.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Employer-sponsored 401(k) plan.
  • Paid time off for employees.
  • Opportunities for professional development.
Full Job Description
Job Description:

In MACOM's Diode Business Line, we design control function circuits for aerospace and defense, test and measurement, cellular/5G, medical, space/hi-rel, automotive and other wireless applications. We are looking for an experienced RF / microwave electronic design engineer. You will:
• Be responsible for the design, layout, test, and release of new control circuits for RF and microwave applications based on Si and GaAs technologies.
• Design products such as switches, limiters, digital and analog phase shifters, digital and analog attenuators, detectors, frequency multipliers, mixers, modulators/demodulators, CMOS drivers & sequencers and multi-function hybrid / multi-chip modules in SMT and connectorized package form.
• Be responsible for all design activities and related product development activities from kickoff through engineering evaluation to product release.
• Work with our test engineering team and write test and assembly plans and procedures.
• Work with our package and assembly teams to come up with new and more cost-effective packaging and assembly methods.
• Initiate prototype builds and manage product characterization. You will design evaluation and characterization fixtures, direct or perform measurements, and process and present evaluation data against the product development goals.
• Work with our Product Engineering group to transfer the product to production.
• Follow a formal stage-gate new product introduction process.

Job Requirements:
• Degree (BS, MS, or PhD) in Electrical Engineering.
• More than 10 years of experience in RF / microwave circuit design.
• Fluent with modern microwave simulation tools such as ADS or AWR.
• Familiar with integration and experience designing for high yield and low cost.
• Familiar with design and simulation of complex RF / microwave transitions between connectors, transmission lines, waveguide, RFICs / MMICs, wire and/or ribbon bonds, feed-through pins, laminate / ceramic substrates, SMT / leaded components, etc.
• Experience with EM simulations (Momentum, EmPro, HFSS, etc). Thermal simulation experience is a plus (Ansys Icepak or equivalent).
• Understanding and practical knowledge of working with the Smith Chart for impedance matching and tuning.
• Operation and calibration of s-parameter and nonlinear measurements using industry standard test equipment (spectrum analyzer, network analyzer, power meter, thermal imaging, etc.).
• Understanding of a variety of microwave measurements which include but are not limited to S-Parameters, IP3/TOI, compression/limiting, harmonics, DC and/or RF continuous and pulse power, noise figure, switching speed, conversion loss/gain, etc.
• Experience with the design of microwave printed circuit boards including both electrical and thermal aspects.
• Device or process modeling experience is a plus (ADS, AWR, TCAD, Silvaco, etc).
• Familiarity with SolidWorks, AutoCAD or other drawing packages is a plus.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build long lasting partnerships.

RSU Eligible

This position is eligible to receive restricted stock unit (RSU) awards and cash bonuses, solely at MACOM's discretion, subject to individual and company performance.

Salary Range

The Salary Range for this position is $133,000 - $198,000. Actual salary offered to candidate will depend on several factors, including but not limited to, work location, relevant candidates' experience, education, and specific knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Benefits: This position offers a comprehensive benefits package including but not limited to:
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Employer-sponsored 401(k) plan.
• Paid time off.
• Professional development opportunities.

About MACOM

MACOM Technology Solutions Holdings, Inc. is a leading supplier of high-performance analog RF, microwave, millimeterwave, and photonic semiconductor products that enable next-generation internet and modern battlefield applications. The company was founded in 1950 and is headquartered in Lowell, Massachusetts. MACOM's products are used in a wide range of applications, including wireless infrastructure, aerospace and defense, automotive, industrial, medical, and mobile devices. The company is committed to delivering innovative solutions that meet the evolving needs of its customers.
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Size
1,100 employees
Market Cap
$4.4 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$26.6 million
5 Year Trend
-0.7%
Revenue
$559.4 million
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