Engineer II - Systems

FHLB Des Moines; Colorado; On-site; USD 70,000 - 143,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellness & Medical Benefits

Quarterly Cash Bonus Plan

Restricted Stock Grant

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

401K Retirement Savings Plan

Paid Time Off

10 Paid Holidays

Job summary

Microchip Technology Inc. in Boulder, CO is seeking an Engineer II-Systems to lead and contribute to R&D programs in timing and communications.

You will work with hardware, software, FPGA, and mechanical teams to deliver robust solutions that meet customer requirements and support system integration at client sites worldwide. Applicants should have a STEM bachelor’s degree with 2.5–5 years in systems engineering, experience in Python or MATLAB for data analysis, and familiarity with digital

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in STEM from an accredited university.
• 2.5–5 years in Systems Engineering: requirements, design, verification and test.
• Experience with Python and/or MATLAB for data processing and analysis.
• Familiarity with digital test equipment such as oscilloscope, spectrum analyzer.
• Strong written and verbal communication; US citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Engineer embedded systems and algorithms for time, position, and RF communications.
• Collaborate with hardware, software, FPGA, and mechanical engineers.
• Coordinate with Manufacturing and Quality to introduce new products.
• Assist System Integration with installation at customer sites worldwide.
• Travel up to 15%.

Skills

Python

MATLAB

Linux

DSP

Communications

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Tools

Oscilloscope

Spectrum Analyzer

Multimeter

FPGA

Job description

Are you looking for a unique opportunity to be a part of something great? Want to join a 17,000-member team that works on the technology that powers the world around us? Looking for an atmosphere of trust, empowerment, respect, diversity, and communication? How about an opportunity to own a piece of a multi-billion dollar (with a B!) global organization? We offer all that and more at Microchip Technology Inc. People come to work at Microchip because we help design the technology that runs the world. They stay because our culture supports their growth and stability. They are challenged and driven by an incredible array of products and solutions with unlimited career potential. Microchip’s nationally-recognized Leadership Passage Programs support career growth where we proudly enroll over a thousand people annually. We take pride in our commitment to employee development, values-based decision making, and strong sense of community, driven by our Vision, Mission, and 11 Guiding Values; we affectionately refer to it as the Aggregate System and it’s won us countless awards for diversity and workplace excellence. Our company is built by dedicated team players who love to challenge the status quo; we did not achieve record revenue and over 30 years of quarterly profitability without a great team dedicated to empowering innovation. People like you.

Microchip Technologies, Inc (NASDAQ: MCHP), Frequency and Timing Systems is a world leader in precise time solutions and sets the world's standard for time. The company generates, distributes and applies precise time for the communications, aerospace/defense, IT infrastructure, and metrology industries. Microchip's customers, from communications service providers and network equipment manufacturers to governments and their suppliers worldwide, are able to build more reliable networks and systems by using the company's advanced timing technologies, atomic clocks, services, and solutions. Microchip products support today's precise timing standards, including GPS-based timing, IEEE 1588 (PTP), Network Time Protocol (NTP), and Synchronous Ethernet. Frequency and Timing Systems is expanding with new contracts in the areas of digital signal processing, satellite communications, airborne timing, and navigation systems. Our Government Systems group in Boulder, CO is seeking an Engineer II-Systems to manage and contribute to R&D programs in the field of timing and communications systems. This position is a fit for someone that enjoys technical achievement, cooperative research, never ending chances to learn, and a friendly team environment. You will participate in a wide variety of projects. The opportunity requires the candidate to be a self-motivated person who is proactive and goal oriented. Join our team and be a part of the fast-growing, cutting-edge technology.

Essential Responsibilities

• Engineer embedded systems and algorithms for time, position, and RF communications using the systems design methodology of requirements definition, design, implementation, and validation of the system
• Collaborate with hardware, software, FPGA, and mechanical engineers to develop solutions that meet or exceed customers’ requirements
• Coordinate with Manufacturing and Quality Engineers to introduce and release new products
• Work with System Integration to help with installation of equipment at customer sites worldwide
• Up to 15% Travel

Job Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) discipline from an accredited university 2.5 - 5 years’ experience in the Systems Engineering process, including requirements definition, design, implementation, verification, and test Established track record of technical leadership and detailed individual contribution Experience with simulation, data processing, and analysis using Python and/or MATLAB Familiarity with digital test equipment (i.e. Oscilloscope, Spectrum Analyzer, Multi-Meter) Great written and verbal communication skills Great interpersonal skills US Citizenship Required

Preferred Qualifications

• Established expertise in digital signal processing, control system design, linear system analysis, or statistical classification algorithms
• Ability to efficiently operate in a Linux/Unix environment
• Knowledge of microprocessors, memory devices, and logic devices
• Familiarity with precise timing applications and components including oscillators, time measurement circuits, and GPS receivers
• Experience successfully executing government programs with formal documentation and review deliverables, including System Requirements Review, Preliminary Design Review, Critical Design Review, and Test Readiness Review
• Current TS/SCI and/or DoD Top Secret clearances are strongly preferred

Physical Attributes

Carrying, Feeling, Handling, Hearing, Other, Reaching, Seeing, Talking, Works Alone, Works Around Others

Physical Requirements

70% sitting; 15% walking; 15% standing; 100% in doors; Usual business hours

Travel Time

0% - 25%

Pay Range

The annual base salary range for this position, which could be performed in the US, is $70,304 - $143,000.* *Range is dependent on numerous factors including job location, skills and experience.

Benefits

• Wellness & Medical Benefits effective on your First Day of Employment
• Gold Standard in Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental & Vision Benefits
• Quarterly Employee Cash Bonus Plan
• Restricted Stock Grant
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 401K Retirement Savings Plan
• Spending Accounts
• Life Insurance
• Long Term Care
• Legal Employee Assistance Plan
• Paid Time Off Vacation Pay Absence Time - "Sick Pay"
• 10 Paid Holidays

Export Controls Requirements

This job requires access to technology, materials, software or hardware that is controlled by the export laws of the United States. Candidates are required to provide proof of either US citizenship, Permanent US residency or classification as a protected individual as defined in 8 USC 1324b (a) (3). Travel Time: 0% - 25% Physical Attributes: Carrying, Feeling, Handling, Hearing, Other, Reaching, Seeing, Talking, Works Alone, Works Around Others Physical Requirements: 70% sitting; 15% walking; 15% standing; 100% in doors; Usual business hours

Company Culture

At Microchip, employees are our greatest strength. As one of the top performing semiconductor companies in the world, we are led by a set of guiding values and a mission to empower innovation to enhance the human experience. We work tirelessly to create a company culture that highlights how important every employee is to our mission.

Application Window

Application window will remain open until qualified candidates have been identified.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Microchip Technology Inc is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information on applicable equal employment regulations, please refer to the Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal Poster.

Recruitment Agency Notice

To all recruitment agencies: Microchip Technology Inc. does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our recruiting team or other Microchip employees. Microchip is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

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