Principal Applications Engineer

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Job Description :

Microchip a forward-thinking semiconductor company at the forefront of GaN MMIC innovation is seeking a Principal Applications Engineer to support and drive the development and testing of our industry-leading RF Power Amplifiers . This position plays a pivotal role in advancing products for applications in Communications Radar Satellite and Instrumentation markets.

Reporting to the Senior Manager - Product Line you will be responsible for a range of Evaluation Boards also known as Development Tools or Dev Tools that enable customers to evaluate Microchips high performance MMICs in an optimized application assembly. You will be supported by the local development team that develops MMICs and designs the respective evaluation circuits.

New Dev Tools are assembled and tested in Belfast and once established are produced in larger quantities by approved overseas subcontractors. You will be equipped with your own state of the art RF test bench running IQSTAR software to produce test reports for standard and custom Dev Tools that are assembled in Belfast.

Why Join Microchip

At Microchip youll work alongside a team of experts on next-generation RF MMIC technologies . Youll have access to state-of-the-art equipment and tools autonomy in your work and opportunities to influence high-impact products in defence satellite and telecoms industries.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and execute test solutions for advanced MMIC-based RF power amplifiers across 1100 GHz frequency range and medium to high power levels .

Conduct in-depth characterization and validation of amplifiers including CW / Pulsed Power S-parameters ACPR EVM and other complex modulation measurements.

Utilize cutting-edge software / hardware platforms (e.g. AMCAD / IQSTAR ) to build robust and efficient automated test solutions.

Maintain and enhance test platforms introducing new capabilities and innovations for both engineering and production environments.

Prepare detailed test reports datasheets and technical documentation to support product development and customer engagement.

Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including Design Quality Manufacturing Reliability and Supply Chain to ensure seamless product delivery and quality.

Troubleshoot and resolve test-related issues involving hardware setup calibration and test condition optimization.

Lead by example to uphold a culture of ethics accountability and technical excellence .

Requirements / Qualifications :

A successful candidate should possess some or all of the following balance of skills;

Bachelors degree in Engineering (Electrical RF or related field) with 8 years experience in RF / microwave testing and applications engineering.

In-depth knowledge of RF components especially Power Amplifiers with hands-on device-level test and characterization experience.

Proficient in operating RF test equipment : VNA Spectrum Analyzer Signal Generator Power Meter etc.

Familiarity with RF testing techniques including CW / Pulsed S-parameters IMD NF Power Sweeps etc.

Experience in microelectronics packaging processes (die attach wire bonding SMT PCB materials).

Strong software skills for data manipulation in Microsoft Excel presentation creation in PowerPoint and automation using tools such as Python MATLAB or C .

Ability to manage technical projects and meet tight development timelines.

Strong interpersonal communication and teamwork skills in a fast-paced collaborative environment.

Travel Time : 0% - 25%

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Required Experience :

Staff IC

Key Skills

Design,Academics,AutoCAD 3D,Cafe,Fabrication,Java

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1