Layout Support Engineer

Prattwhitney; Andover (MA); On-site; USD 68,900 - 131,100; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Job summary

Prattwhitney is looking for a Layout Support Engineer in Andover, MA, to provide design support in RF Microelectronics. Candidates must have a university degree and at least 2 years of experience in integrated circuit layout and physical verification. U.S. citizenship and an ability to maintain a DoD Secret security clearance are required.

The role involves layout support for the design team, including verification and data checks. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience in integrated circuit layout and physical verification.
• Ability to obtain and maintain U.S. security clearance (DoD Secret).
• U.S. citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Provide layout support to MMIC/RFIC Design Team.
• Perform verification using Design Rule Checking (DRC) and Layout Versus Schematic (LVS).
• Handle reticle building and photomask ordering.
• Conduct data checks, documentation, and peer reviewing.

Skills

Cadence Virtuoso tools

Python

Linux operating system

Communication skills

CAD software

Education

University degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Position

Layout Support Engineer – RF Microelectronics/Module Design & Foundry Services Department.

Location: Andover, MA (Onsite). U.S. citizenship required. Security clearance: DoD Secret required (existing active clearance after day 1).

What You Will Do

• Provide layout support to MMIC/RFIC Design Team.
• Verification using Design Rule Checking (DRC) and Layout Versus Schematic (LVS).
• Reticle building and photomask ordering.
• Data checks, documentation, and peer reviewing.

Qualifications – Required

• University degree or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 2 years experience in integrated circuit layout and physical verification.
• Ability to obtain and maintain U.S. security clearance (DoD Secret). U.S. citizenship required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Cadence Virtuoso tools.
• Knowledge of semiconductor processes such as GaAs, GaN, SOI.
• Programming skills (Python, scripting).
• Linux operating system experience.
• Teamwork, strong communication skills, detail-oriented.
• Experience with CAD software and Microsoft Office.

Compensation and Benefits

Salary range: $68,900 - $131,100 USD.

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term and long‑term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Eligibility for incentive compensation programs may apply.

Equal Opportunity Employer

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class. RTX provides affirmative action for qualified individuals with a disability and protected veterans.