RF Product Modeling Intern

MACOM; Morrisville (NC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

MACOM is a global leader in RF, microwave, and photonics technologies with over 75 years of expertise. The RF Product Modeling Intern will support development and validation of packaged RF product models used in circuit simulation and design.

The role offers hands-on experience with EM simulation tools, small-signal and large-signal models, RF measurement equipment, and model validation techniques, collaborating with experienced engineers during a 12-week program in Morrisville, NC.

Qualifications

• Pursuing BS/MS/PhD in Electrical Engineering, RF Engineering, Physics, or related field.
• Understanding of S-Parameters, impedance matching, transmission lines, and RF Power Amplifiers.
• Experience with Keysight ADS and/or AWR Microwave Office EDA software.
• Experience with EM simulation tools such as HFSS, RFPro, AXIEM.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and validation of packaged RF Product Models.
• Perform EM simulations of passive structures including package, bondwires, and matching networks.
• Correlate simulated model performance with measured S-Parameters and Large Signal data.
• Develop and present Model Validation Reports.

Skills

S-parameters

Impedance matching

RF Power Amplifiers

RF engineering

Analytical skills

Education

BS/MS/PhD in EE

Tools

Keysight ADS

AWR Microwave Office

HFSS

RFPro

AXIEM

Job description

MACOM (NASDAQ: MTSI) is a global leader in the design and manufacture of advanced semiconductor products across a diverse range of end markets, including Data Centers, Telecommunications, Industrial and Aerospace and Defense. We develop innovative, cutting-edge technologies and products across the spectrum of radio frequency (RF), microwave, millimeter wave, photonics and high-speed analog technologies. Our solutions support critical network infrastructure applications like artificial intelligence, high performance computing, satellite communications, radar, unmanned aerial vehicles, medical equipment, test and measurement and advanced wireless networks.

MACOM has more than 75 years of expertise in semiconductor process development, wafer fabrication, circuit design, advanced packaging, systems architecture and applications engineering. We are committed to our customers' success. We partner with customers to help solve their most challenging problems by providing semiconductor solutions that are at the forefront of the highest power, highest frequency and/or highest data rates.

Leading technologies, innovative products and driven employees. Come be a part of MACOM and help advance the next generation of connectivity infrastructure!

RF Product Modeling Intern

We are seeking a highly motivated Product Modeling Intern to support the development and characterization of RF product models used in circuit simulation and product design. The successful candidate will work closely with experienced modeling and characterization engineers to develop accurate models for RF and microwave power amplifiers. This role provides hands‑on experience with EM simulation tools, small‑signal and large‑signal models, RF measurement equipment, and model validation techniques.

This position offers a unique opportunity to apply RF theory in a practical engineering environment while gaining experience with EDA and EM simulation tools.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and validation of packaged RF Product Models.
• Perform EM simulations of passive structures including package, bondwires, and matching networks.
• Correlate simulated model performance with measured S-Parameters and Large Signal data.
• Develop and present Model Validation Reports.

Required Qualifications

• Pursuing BS/MS/PhD in Electrical Engineering, RF Engineering, Physics, or related field.
• Understanding of S-Parameters, impedance matching, transmission lines, and RF Power Amplifiers.
• Experience with Keysight ADS and/or AWR Microwave Office EDA software.
• Experience with EM simulation tools such as HFSS, RFPro, AXIEM.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Hands on VNA experience calibrating and validating test bench setup.
• Experience with S-Parameter and Large Signal measurements.

During the 12 weeks each Intern will:

• Be given an individual and well‑defined project with set outcome goals
• Gain hands‑on experience
• Receive excellent training and ongoing supervision
• Be invited to attend an intern webinar series
• Attend networking/social events
• Attend and present at Poster Session about each Interns project successes and pitfalls

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 [phone] or email [e-mail]. 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.