Director of Engineering - MMIC

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Job description

From communications networks and critical national security systems to life-saving diagnostic imaging, quantum computing and more, our client supports the world's most innovative companies in building RF, microwave and millimeter wave technology. They offer a generous compensation package and benefits as well as growth opportunity. They have been experiencing aggressive growth over the last couple of years and have no plans to stop!

Direct the design and develop RF & Microwave circuits, components and sub-assemblies, focused on power amplifier MMICs, high frequency MMICs, and innovative packaging techniques for high-performance and multi-function devices. Modify existing designs to improve performance, quality, manufacturability, production yields, etc.

Accountable for implementing a device perturbation and sensitivity analysis process to insure highest possible production yields, meeting deadlines and resolving performance issues along the way.

Develop design plans and determine design specifications based on customer objectives and requirements.

Develop performance criteria, including parasitic effects and process variations that affect the high frequency behavior of active components.

Develop and assist in documenting robust product development techniques and processes for MMIC design.

Direct and manage the performance of the groups circuit & component analysis and simulation effort using industry ADS, HFSS and other CAD tools.

Research & utilize latest techniques & approaches, analyze user input, and identify and establish performance standards. Develop processes and procedures to verify and validate designs through simulations, tests and reliability studies.

Serve as technical support to Production & Marketing departments on new and existing designs.

Prepare application notes, technical articles & catalog specs for publication.

Interface with Operations, Quality Assurance, Reliability and Strategic Sourcing groups to guide device and material qualification efforts and manufacturability reviews. Responsible for ensuring products not only meet performance requirements, but are reliable and manufacturable as well.

Evaluate components, materials & suppliers.

Lead and actively participate in design review meetings.

Prioritize major initiatives within the MMIC Group.

Provide technical support directly to customers.

Promote the Patent/IP Program.

Solve technical, operational and group issues.

Provide engineering execution excellence of design and development projects.

Ensure deadlines are met and team members are held accountable.

Provide guidance and execution on product roadmap.

Work with the MMIC BU Leader to define yearly budget for CapEx, personnel and development expenses for the Carlsbad MMIC Design Center; track and execute to the defined budget.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Manage the Carlsbad MMIC Group to support multiple projects simultaneously with competing priorities.

Supervise, train, direct and mentor Design Engineers, Product Engineers and Test Engineers.

Define objectives and track results for team members.

Organize and lead the work of the Group by delegating assignments, provide guidance to achieve projects objectives in accordance with established timelines and policies.

Determine development tools and systems to organize, track and monitor and report on projects.

Responsible for determining the skills, workload expectations, performance rewards for all new and current group members.

Keep projects focused and manageable.

Prepare and present project status to Senior Management including project deliverables such as performance, scheduling, budgeting and costs.

Manage rigorous documentation during the design effort, including design documentation, qualification test and validation reports, supporting analysis in accordance with the company's quality standards.

Provide technical vision and direction to ensure the development team is aligned with the strategy of the MMIC Business Unit and company.

The duties, responsibilities and expectations described above are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the member, within the scope of the position.

Qualifications:

BSEE with minimum of 10 years' related design and management experience OR;

MSEE with minimum of 8 years' related design and management experience preferred.

Must have experience managing a multi-functional engineering development group and have demonstrated ability to manage a team of engineers to create & support the activities during the life cycle. of products, from conception through production within stated time frames.

Minimum of 5 years' relevant experience in microwave circuit design.

Minimum of 5 years' relevant experience utilizing MMIC devices and knowledge of typical MMIC amplifier architectures.

MMIC design experience is preferred but not mandatory if a deep understanding of semiconductor devices is demonstrated.

Familiarity with circuit simulation and both 2.5D and 3D EM simulation techniques.

Professional and positive approach, self-motivated, strong in building relationships, team player, dynamic, creative with the ability to work on own initiative.

Demonstrated strong oral and written communication skills.

Past experience working for an ISO company that practices LEAN manufacturing.

Must be a US Citizen or US Permanent Resident (Green Card Holder) due to ITAR compliance.

Additional Requirements/Skills:

"Out of the box thinking is key; contributes to the products roadmap and is willing to take innovative product risk while balancing the roadmap for on-time deliverables.

Strong relationship management, strategy development, project management, problem solving and change management skills.

Must have the ability to build relationships and work successfully with members outside of those within their direct reporting structure.

Manage diverse, simultaneous projects of varying complexities.

Comply, understand, and support corporate safety initiatives to ensure a safe work environment.

Occasional travel, some overnight, as required (up to 30%).

Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for our associates, which includes a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, and EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services.

Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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