Microelectronics Layout & Process Design Kit (PDK) Engineer

0090 CORP-Corporate Office; United States; On-site; USD 91,800 - 137,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life and disability insurance

Savings plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Northrop Grumman’s Microelectronics Center seeks a talented PDK Engineer to contribute to space-grade foundry work at the SPF in Manhattan Beach, CA. You will develop Process Design Kits across ADS, AWR, and Cadence, and support model integration and automated flows for layout.

Qualifications include a BS in Electrical Engineering or related STEM field, CAD/PDK experience, programming skills, and the ability to obtain a DoD Secret clearance. Relocation assistance may be available.

Qualifications

• BS in Electrical Engineering or related STEM field with 2 years of relevant experience (MS = 0 years).
• Experience with CAD tools and PDK development.
• Programming background and strong problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Develop PDKs across platforms (ADS, AWR, Cadence).
• Support model development and integration into PDKs.
• Create DRC/LVS runsets across ADS, AWR, Cadence.
• Create scripts to improve layout and PDK infrastructure.
• Create mask layouts using Cadence.

Skills

Programming

Analytical problem solving

U.S. Citizenship

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or related STEM field

Master’s degree in related field (preferred)

Tools

CAD tools

PDK development

Cadence/AWR/ADS tools

Job description

Overview

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people’s lives around the world today and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation’s history—from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean to stealth bombers to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage, and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity, and bringing your whole self to work—and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history; they are making history.

Relocation Assistance

Relocation assistance may be available.

Clearance

No clearance required for start. Clearance type: Secret.

Travel

Yes, 10% of the time.

Job Description

The Northrop Grumman Microelectronics Center (NGMC) of Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is seeking an exceptionally talented, motivated, and creative Microelectronics Layout & Process Design Kit (PDK) Engineer for our Space Park Foundry Lab (SPF) located in Manhattan Beach, California. The SPF supports a range of compound microelectronic devices (Gallium Arsenide, Gallium Nitride, Silicon Carbide, Indium Phosphide) and provides leading‑edge technology development in microelectronics. Our devices enable several of Northrop Grumman’s ground‑based radars, avionic radars, and space systems. Join us for the chance to work with an experienced team while helping serve your country and growing your career through R&D and long‑term programs.

Responsibilities

• Develop Process Design Kits (PDKs) across multiple platforms (ADS, AWR, Cadence)
• Support model development and integration into PDKs
• Create DRC, LVS runsets across multiple platforms (ADS, AWR, Cadence)
• Create scripts and automated flows to improve our mask layout and PDK infrastructure
• Create mask layouts using Cadence

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, or other related STEM discipline with 2 years of relevant experience (0 years required with a Master’s degree)
• Experience with Computer Aided Design (CAD) tools
• Experience with Process Design Kit (PDK) development
• Programming background
• Strong problem‑solving skills
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance
• U.S. Citizenship required

Preferred Qualifications

• Mask layout experience
• SKILL or AEL programming experience
• ADS or AWR PDK development experience
• ADS, AWR, Calibre, or Assura DRC and LVS development experience
• Semiconductor device modeling experience
• RF design experience
• Leadership or mentorship experience

Salary

Primary Level Salary Range: $91,800.00 - $137,600.00. This range is a general guideline; factors such as scope, responsibilities, experience, education, skills, and market conditions influence the final offer. Eligible employees may receive overtime, shift differential, discretionary bonuses, long‑term incentives, and other benefits.

Benefits

Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, company‑paid holidays, and paid time off for vacation and personal business.

Equal Opportunity & EEO

Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.