Senior RF MMIC Test Engineer

Company Overview

MACOM (NASDAQ: MTSI) is a global leader in the design andmanufacture of advanced semiconductor products across a diverse range of endmarkets including Data Centers Telecommunications Industrial and Aerospaceand Defense. We develop innovative cutting-edge technologies andproducts across the spectrum of radio frequency (RF) microwave millimeter wavephotonics and high-speed analog technologies. Our solutions support critical network infrastructureapplications like artificial intelligence high performance computingsatellite communications radar unmanned aerial vehicles medical equipment testand measurement and advanced wireless networks.

MACOM has more than 75 years of expertise in semiconductor processdevelopment wafer fabrication circuit design advanced packaging systemsarchitecture and applications engineering. We are committed to our customerssuccess. We partner with customers to help solve their most challengingproblems by providing semiconductor solutions that are at the forefront of thehighest power highest frequency and/or highest data rates.

Leading technologies innovative products and drivenemployees. Come be a part of MACOM and help advance the next generation ofconnectivity infrastructure!

Job Description

MACOM is looking for a Senior RF MMIC Test Engineer to play a critical role in characterization and screening of high power high frequency GaN MMICs. You will perform on-wafer screening and new product test evaluation on a side array of HPA Switch and Multi-function MMICs designed by MACOMs industry leading design team as well as external customers through our foundry service.

This role requires experience in the test of RF MMIC circuits. Specifically you will be performing on-wafer probe testing of MACOM prototype circuits low-rate production circuits and foundry designs from external customers across a wide range of power levels frequencies and applications. You will provide data analysis and reporting on the results. This role in in a high-mix lab where test stand reconfiguration is common and you will be responsible for the setup verification and tear down of test stands in order to accommodate a steady and varied flow products.

This job is located at our Durham NC location.

Come help drive RF test and characterization on state-of-the-art high power GaN MMICs and help lead MACOM in its next chapter of technology leadership and excellence.

Key responsibilities:

• On-wafer testing of GaN MMICs including HPAs switches multi-function chips and others as they may arise. These are high power high frequency MMICs and require careful setup and attention.
• Independently configure calibrate and verify test setups to ensure accurate repeatable measurements.
• Support designers with probe and test material design and procurement to facilitate testing.
• Work closely with the design team and operations to ensure a quick flow through testing and facilitate rapid delivery of tested circuits.
• Develop and debug test software when necessary to support new and unique test requests new equipment and improved data analysis visualization and processing within the test lab.
• Occasionally perform package level testing as required. Specific test needs and techniques are similar to those performed on-wafer.

Required qualifications:

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Electrical Engineering or a related technical field.
• 5 years of hands-on experience in test and evaluation of RF microwave and millimeter wave MMICs both at on-wafer and package level.
• Familiarity with PNAx or similar vector network analyzers spectrum analyzers oscilloscopes noise figure analyzers power meters bias supplies and other RF test equipment.
• Proficient in the setup configuration calibration and performance of RF MMIC tests including S-parameters power efficiency linearity stability and noise figure.
• Broad exposure to various RF technology and circuit types. A strong emphasis on high power high frequency circuits using GaN technology is preferred.
• Ability to understand write and debug test software. Familiarity with C# and python preferred. Should be familiar with GitLab and common best practices for software development.
• Ability to recognize and debug issues with test setups and identify root cause of test issues.
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills to work both within the team and across operations product design and marketing stakeholders.

EEO:

MACOM is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse workforce. MACOM will not discriminate against any worker or job applicant on the basis of race color religion sex gender identity sexual orientation national origin age disability genetic information veteran status military service marital status or any other category protected under applicable law.

Reasonable Accommodation:

MACOM is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you have a disability and are in need of a reasonable accommodation with respect to any part of the application process please call 1- or email Provide your name phone number and the position title and location in which you are interested and nature of accommodation needed and we will get back to you. We also work with current employees who request or need reasonable accommodation in order to perform the essential functions of their jobs.

ITAR

Due to ITAR regulations only candidates who are U.S. Persons (U.S. citizens U.S. nationals lawful permanent residents or individuals granted asylum or refugee status) will be considered for this position.

RSU Eligible

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

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.

Required Experience:

Senior IC