Mixed Signal Design Engineer II

Prattwhitney; Goleta (CA); On-site; USD 76,000 - 144,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Parental leave

Flexible work schedules

Achievement awards

Educational assistance

Child/adult backup care

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Raytheon Vision Systems in Goleta, CA is seeking a Mixed Signal Design Engineer II to join our design team. You will collaborate in a fast-paced environment to develop cutting-edge image sensor products and participate in mixed-signal ASIC/ROIC development with cross-functional teams.

The role requires a STEM degree with 2+ years of experience or an advanced degree, experience with CMOS IC design, and proficiency in Cadence, Mentor Graphics, MATLAB, and Python.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a degree in STEM with 2+ years of experience or an advanced degree.
• Experience with CMOS IC design at transistor level using IC design flows and tools.
• Experience with Cadence and Mentor Graphics (Siemens), MATLAB, and Python.

Responsibilities

• Design, development, and verification of read-out ICs (ROICs) for visible and infrared focal plane arrays.
• Evaluate the process flow from design to synthesis, place and route, timing and power use.
• Determine architecture design, logic design, and system interfaces for simulation.
• Design mixed-signal ICs for image sensors, including analog signal chain, digital timing and image processing, and 12–14 bit on-chip ADCs.

Skills

CMOS IC design

Cadence

Mentor Graphics

MATLAB

Python

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Tools

SystemVerilog

Verilog-AMS

Verilog

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-07-21 Country: United States of America Location: US-CA-GOLETA-B01 ~ 6825 Cortona Dr ~ BLDG B01 Position Role Type: Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Security Clearance Type: None/Not Required Security Clearance Status: Not Required

At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world. Raytheon brings the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today’s mission and stay ahead of tomorrow’s threat. We deliver solutions that help our nation and allies defend freedom and deter aggression, creating a safer, more secure world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

Raytheon Vision Systems is seeking a talented Mixed Signal Design Engineer II to join our design team. As part of this team, you will collaborate in a fast-paced multidisciplinary team environment to develop cutting-edge image sensor products. You will participate in mixed-signal ASIC/ROIC development activities with cross-functional teams including chip architecture, specification, design, verification, validation, fabrication, packaging, debugging, test development, failure analysis, and documentation. This position will be onsite in Goleta, CA.

What You Will Do

• Design, development, and verification of read-out ICs (ROICs) for visible and infrared focal plane arrays.
• Evaluate various aspects of the process flow from design to synthesis, place and route, timing and power use.
• Determine architecture design, logic design, and system simulation and define module interfaces for simulation.
• Design mixed-signal integrated circuits for image sensors, including analog signal chain, digital timing and image processing, and low-power 12 - 14 bit on-chip analog to digital converters (ADCs).

Qualifications – You Must Have

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) with a minimum of 2 years of prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field.
• Experience or coursework in CMOS Integrated Circuit (IC) design at the transistor level using IC Design Flows and tools.
• Experience with CAD tools such as Cadence and Mentor Graphics (Siemens), with analysis and programming tools such as MATLAB, and with computer programming or scripting languages such as Python.

Qualifications – We Prefer

• Experience or coursework in ROIC architecture, design concepts, operational control and timing.
• Experience or coursework with high-end UNIX based software design tools for circuit simulation and analysis such as noise analysis and for physical design, automation, and verification.
• Modelling experience or coursework with System Verilog/Real Modelling/Verilog AMS and coding synthesizable RTL.
• Familiarity with semiconductor device physics, semiconductor processing, physical design (including the ability to perform hand layout of critical analog & mixed-signal circuits) and testing.
• Advanced degrees are preferred in STEM discipline such as Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Physics or a related discipline.

What We Offer

A total rewards package that goes above and beyond with compensation; healthcare, wellness, and work/life benefits; career development and recognition programs.

• Parental (including paternal) leave
• Flexible work schedules
• Achievement awards
• Educational assistance
• Child/adult backup care

Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, Innovation, and Safety.

Relocation assistance available.

Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products. This position requires onsite work in Goleta, CA: Welcome to Raytheon in Goleta, CA #LI-TR1 As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on‑site, hybrid or remote.

The salary range for this role is 75,800 USD - 144,200 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to: the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.

This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.

RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

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 or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class.

RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

RTX is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 195,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.