Designs and develops high-frequency analog integrated circuits and systems for communications, electronic warfare, and radar applications, working closely with a team of engineers to create, test, and optimize RFIC and MMIC components operating from 0.1 to 200 GHz.
Key Responsibilities
Design, fabricate, integrate, and test RFIC and MMIC circuits and subsystems at frequencies from 0.1 to 200 GHz
Collaborate with scientists and engineers to develop RFIC and MMIC circuits, subsystems, and systems for applications such as electronic warfare, communications, radar, and imaging
Lead and coordinate RFIC and MMIC design projects
Perform high-frequency circuit design using simulators like Cadence, ADS, AWR, VSS, Sonnet, and HFSS
Conduct RF network analyzer measurements and testing of RFIC, MMIC, and module components
Analyze and perform detailed assessments of integrated circuits and subsystems
Operate complex electronic equipment and prepare technical presentations
Requirements
Experience with high-frequency circuit, electro-magnetic and system simulators such as Cadence, ADS, AWR, VSS, Sonnet and HFSS for design of RF and analog integrated circuits based on III-V, CMOS and Bi-CMOS technologies, passives components, modules and subsystems.
Multiple tapeouts with different CMOS, BiCMOS, and/or III-V MMIC processes is a must.
Experience with RF network analyzer measurements and testing of RFIC or MMIC and module components is required.
Working knowledge of high frequency circuit system simulators and CAD layout for different RFIC and/or III-V MMIC processes.
A working familiarity with common passive and active microwave structures and network analysis techniques.
Knowledge of module and subsystem operation and integration.
Familiarity with CMOS, BiCMOS, and/or III-V MMIC foundry technologies and their layout practices.
Understanding of device physics is desired.
Knowledge of large signal measurements and load pull is a plus.
Must be willing to travel and work in a team of highly skilled engineers on complex projects, and work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
US citizenship and ability to obtain and maintain US Government security clearance.
Required education: Ph.D. or M.S. in Electrical Engineering.