Development Engineer, MMIC Characterization

• Characterize MMICs and RFICs in the micro- and millimeter-wave range (>100 GHz)


• Carry out on-wafer measurements using wafer probers such as MPI


• Set up, operate, and optimize RF measuring stations, including VNA with extender, probe stations, and load-pull/noise equipment when necessary


• Carry out and evaluate S-parameter, power, and linearity measurements, including IP3 and P1dB


• Apply calibration and de-embedding procedures, including TRL, SOLT, and LRM


• Analyze and interpret measurement results and derive design feedback


• Automate measurement sequences and data evaluation using Python and MATLAB


• Support silicon bring-up and validation of new designs


• Coordinate with internal design and test teams and external partners when necessary


• Work in a high-end RF laboratory environment with substantial practical laboratory work


• Collaborate in an experienced development environment and quickly become familiar with the role

Requirements

• Degree in electrical engineering, RF technology, microelectronics or physics or comparable training


• Several years of experience (approx. 5-8 years) in the characterization of MMICs / RFICs


• Sound knowledge of RF and millimeter wave measurement technology (>100 GHz)


• Practical experience with wafer probers and on-wafer measurements


• Confident handling of VNA measurements incl. extenders


• Experience with calibration and de-embedding techniques


• Experience in measurement automation (Python and/or MATLAB)


• Independent, structured way of working


• Nice-to-have: Experience with load-pull, noise measurements or power amplifier characterization


• Nice-to-have: Knowledge of III-V technologies (GaAs, GaN, InP)


• Nice-to-have: Experience in dealing with test houses

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in RF and millimeter-wave measurement technology, including on-wafer measurements and calibration techniques. Proficient in measurement automation using Python and MATLAB, with a strong background in characterizing MMICs and RFICs.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• MMIC Characterization


• RFIC Characterization


• VNA Measurements


• Measurement Automation


• Calibration Techniques

Hard Skills

• On-Wafer Measurements


• S-Parameter Measurements


• Power Measurements


• Linearity Measurements


• De-Embedding Procedures


• Measurement Analysis


• Data Evaluation


• Python Programming


• MATLAB Programming


• Load-Pull Measurements

Soft Skills

• Independent Working


• Structured Approach


• Collaboration

Industry Keywords

• RF Technology


• Microelectronics


• Millimeter-Wave Range


• III-V Technologies


• GaAs


• GaN


• InP

Tools & Technologies

• Wafer Probers


• VNA with Extender


• Probe Stations


• Noise Equipment