Sr. CAD Engineer, BAW Layout & DRC (Akoustis)
Sr. CAD Engineer, BAW Layout & DRC (Akoustis)
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SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible with the ultimate goal ofenabling human life on Mars.
SR. CAD ENGINEER BAW LAYOUT & DRC (AKOUSTIS)
Akoustis is now operating as a wholly owned subsidiary of SpaceX providing industry leading RF filters using patented XBAW technology to help drive the mission of making human life multi-planetary while also connecting the world through Starlink. Our work will help further the impact that Starlink is already making to 6M users around the world while allowing us to broaden that reach dramatically and continue connecting the unconnected here on Earth.
At our Huntersville office you will be an integral part of the filter engineering team and lead the discipline of layout at the technical level with an emphasis on strict adherence to design rules. You will enforce and update design rules within DRC and layout automation tools create R&D device layouts for rule experimentation and work with operations and manufacturing to ensure each layout transitions smoothly to fabrication and packaging.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Develop EDA & layout tools to optimize tapeout flow and documentation collecting feedback from end-users to identify areas for further improvement.
- Create deploy and continuously improve automation tools for layout process migration and physical verification (LVS and DRC) by way of scripting and/or programming.
- Build scripts in an agreed-upon programming language that automate repetitive tasks decreasing cycle time.
- Develop robust design rules by working with cross functional engineering teams.
- Own R&D and process control devices alignment structures and reticle composition and schedule tape out activities.
- In short optimize the CAD process in every way imaginable.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelors degree in electrical mechanical or computer engineering and5 years of professional IC layout experience; or 8 years of professional IC layout experience in lieu of a degree.
- 2 years of CAD experience or programming experience with CAD applications (IC Layout).
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- Experience developing custom SKILL routines P-cells symbols and callbacks in Cadence SKILL routines.
- Programming in Python Visual Basics C and/or other scripting languages.
- Understanding of fabrication and electrical considerations driving layout rulesused to determine proper rule application.
- Experience with electromagnetics tools like Ansys HFSS.
- Knowledge of semiconductor device physics and RF Experience.
ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:
- Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed to meet critical milestones.
- This position sits fully onsite at our Huntersville NC facility.
ITAR REQUIREMENTS:
- To conform to U.S. Government export regulations applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national (ii) U.S. lawful permanent resident (aka green card holder) (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. 1157 or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. 1158 or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.
SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race color religion gender national origin/ethnicity veteran status disability status age sexual orientation gender identity marital status mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceXs Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full Time
