Senior Photonics IC Design Engineer for RF-Photonic Systems

Prattwhitney; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 95,500 - 181,700; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) match

Flexible work schedules

Parental leave

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Prattwhitney is seeking a Senior Photonics Integrated Circuit Design Engineer in San Diego, CA. The role involves designing and testing integrated photonic components and collaborating across teams. Ideal candidates should have a STEM degree and at least 5 years of relevant experience.

The position offers a competitive salary range from $95,500 to $181,700, alongside a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and 401(k) matching.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant experience in integrated photonic design.
• Experience with photonic chips and foundry processes.
• Strong collaborative skills in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Design, model, and layout integrated photonic components.
• Conduct architectural trade studies on RF and electronic-photonic components.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and communicate technical decisions.

Skills

Designing integrated photonic circuits

Hands-on experience with silicon photonics platforms

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor’s in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM)

Advanced degree (MS or PhD)

Tools

Ansys Lumerical

Synopsys OpticCompiler

KLayout

Job description

Prattwhitney is seeking a Senior Photonics Integrated Circuit Design Engineer in San Diego, CA. The role involves designing and testing integrated photonic components and collaborating across teams. Ideal candidates should have a STEM degree and at least 5 years of relevant experience.

The position offers a competitive salary range from $95,500 to $181,700, alongside a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and 401(k) matching.