Lead/Principal MMIC Design Engineer

About the role

The MMIC Technology Center within Honeywell Aerospace Inc. in Richardson, TX, seeks a Lead MMIC Design Engineer to join their team. This position involves developing innovative, leading-edge GaN/GaAs technology MMICs for various applications including radar, electronic warfare, and space.

Responsibilities

• Perform line-up analysis, floor planning, FET device selection, and circuit topology studies to meet customer requirements.
• Conduct circuit simulation, analyses, and layout as part of the design flow methodology.
• Model and simulate circuits using foundry PDK models (linear, non-linear, and EM).
• Create 3D models and simulations for packaging MMICs, collaborating with drafters and PCB designers.
• Use Cadence/AWR AXIEM 3D planar EM and Analyst 3D FEM tools for simulations.
• Perform analyses to ensure reliability and manufacturing compliance.
• Prepare for design reviews and ensure manufacturing and test readiness.
• Perform RF/Microwave measurements in the lab using PNA-X and related equipment.
• Lead engineers in planning, reporting, and meeting performance, cost, and schedule objectives on programs.
• Identify and implement improvements in the design methodology flow.
• Engage and forge relationships with foundries, advanced processes, and packaging suppliers to advance capabilities.
• Aid in business development pursuits to shape customer requirements and system architecture trades.
• Prepare flow-down specifications and floor planning requirements.
• Prepare project status reports for Program Management and Engineering Manager.
• Contribute to IR&D roadmaps and lead IR&D projects.
• Identify and participate in continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support Engineering team in customer support activities and prepare technical reports.
• Lead and collaborate in team meetings and activities.

Qualifications

• BSEE plus ten (10) years of MMIC design experience using GaAs or GaN technologies, or MSEE plus eight (8) years of design experience.
• Coursework relating to RF design or Electromagnetics (RF theory).
• Knowledge in active device theory fundamentals (FETs and diodes).
• Expert use of design tools such as AWR or ADS simulation software.
• Advanced knowledge and experience in microwave measurement theory and hands-on experience in the lab.
• Advanced knowledge in FET transistor and circuit theory.
• Experience with AutoCAD or Ansys Solidworks.
• DOD work experience.

About Us

Join a company that's reinventing itself for the aviation community, building technology that helps pilots navigate with confidence, aircraft operate more efficiently, and operators stay ahead of change. With systems on board 90% of the world's aircraft, your work here has reach that's rare to find anywhere else. Focusing on our customers, investing in innovation, and building a culture of accountability and performance is how we're shaping what comes next. Every horizon. Every mission. Every day.

Benefits

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