Senior RF MMIC Test Engineer

MACOM; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Employer-sponsored 401(k) plan

Paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

MACOM, located in Durham, NC, is seeking a Senior RF MMIC Test Engineer to perform on-wafer testing of high power, high frequency GaN MMICs. This position involves configuring and calibrating test setups, developing test software, and collaborating closely with design teams to ensure rapid testing and delivery cycles.

The ideal candidate should have a degree in Electrical Engineering and significant hands-on experience in RF testing, along with skills in software development for testing purposes. Join MACOM to drive advancements in connectivity infrastructure.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on experience in test and evaluation of RF, microwave, and millimeter wave MMICs.
• Proficient in the setup, configuration, calibration, and performance of RF MMIC tests.
• Ability to recognize and debug issues with test setups.

Responsibilities

• On-wafer testing of GaN MMICs including HPAs and multi-function chips.
• Independently configure, calibrate and verify test setups.
• Support designers with probe and test material design.

Skills

Test and evaluation of RF MMICs

Firmware programming in C# and Python

Usage of RF test equipment

Collaboration with design teams

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

PNAx or similar vector network analyzers

Spectrum analyzers

Oscilloscopes

Noise figure analyzers

Job description

Company Overview

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!

Job Description

MACOM is looking for a Senior RF MMIC Test Engineer to play a critical role in characterization and screening of high power, high frequency GaN MMICs. You will perform on‑wafer screening and new product test evaluation on a side array of HPA, Switch, and Multi‑function MMICs designed by MACOM’s industry‑leading design team as well as external customers through our foundry service.

This role requires experience in the test of RF MMIC circuits. Specifically, you will be performing on‑wafer probe testing of MACOM prototype circuits, low‑rate production circuits, and foundry designs from external customers across a wide range of power levels, frequencies, and applications. You will provide data analysis and reporting on the results. This role in a high‑mix lab where test stand reconfiguration is common, and you will be responsible for the setup, verification and tear down of test stands in order to accommodate a steady and varied flow products.

This job is located at our Durham, NC location.

Come help drive RF test and characterization on state‑of‑the‑art, high power GaN MMICs and help lead MACOM in its next chapter of technology leadership and excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• On‑wafer testing of GaN MMICs, including HPAs, switches, multi‑function chips, and others as they may arise. These are high power, high frequency MMICs and require careful setup and attention.
• Independently configure, calibrate and verify test setups to ensure accurate, repeatable measurements.
• Support designers with probe and test material design and procurement to facilitate testing.
• Work closely with the design team and operations to ensure a quick flow through testing and facilitate rapid delivery of tested circuits.
• Develop and debug test software when necessary to support new and unique test requests, new equipment, and improved data analysis, visualization and processing within the test lab.
• Occasionally perform package level testing as required. Specific test needs and techniques are similar to those performed on‑wafer.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related technical field.
• 5+ years of hands‑on experience in test and evaluation of RF, microwave, and millimeter wave MMICs, both at on‑wafer and package level.
• Familiarity with PNAx or similar vector network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, noise figure analyzers, power meters, bias supplies and other RF test equipment.
• Proficient in the setup, configuration, calibration, and performance of RF MMIC tests, including S‑parameters, power, efficiency, linearity, stability, and noise figure.
• Broad exposure to various RF technology and circuit types. A strong emphasis on high power, high frequency circuits using GaN technology is preferred.
• Ability to understand, write and debug test software. Familiarity with C# and Python preferred. Should be familiar with GitLab and common best practices for software development.
• Ability to recognize and debug issues with test setups and identify root cause of test issues.
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills to work both within the team and across operations, product design, and marketing stakeholders.

Equal Employment Opportunity (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.

ITAR Compliance

Due to ITAR regulations, only candidates who are U.S. Persons (U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents, or individuals granted asylum or refugee status) will be considered for this position.

RSU Eligible

This position is eligible to receive restricted stock unit (RSU) awards and cash bonuses, solely at MACOM’s discretion, subject to individual and company performance.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Employer‑sponsored 401(k) plan.
• Paid time off.
• Professional development opportunities.