MMIC Design Engineer

As a MMIC Design Engineer at Filtronic, you'll collaborate with our RF and systems engineering teams to design and layout a diverse range of MMICs on substrates like GaAs, GaN, and InP. Your primary responsibilities will include designing LNAs, up-converters, down-converters, gain blocks, and power amplifiers, verifying designs through simulation and measurement, and ensuring that all production specifications are met.

To be considered for the MMIC Design Engineer role at Filtronic, candidates are expected to have a relevant degree, ideally a Masters or PhD, alongside 5+ years of experience in the semiconductor industry. Expertise in designing RF amplifiers and frequency converter circuits using GaAs or GaN MMIC HEMT technology is essential, as are hands-on measurement skills with RF testing equipment.

Filtronic is committed to the growth of its MMIC Design Engineers by offering a robust training and development program. This includes opportunities to stay updated with the latest trends, technologies, and practices in the RF and semiconductor fields, ensuring your skills remain cutting-edge and relevant.

At Filtronic, the work environment for MMIC Design Engineers is collaborative and innovative, filled with experienced RF and systems engineers who share a passion for cutting-edge technologies. The company promotes a culture of teamwork, encouraging engineers to engage in design reviews, share insights, and tackle challenges together.

A MMIC Design Engineer at Filtronic can expect a comprehensive benefits package including pension plans, life assurance, generous leave, options for remote work, and continuous professional development to advance your expertise and career.

In your answer, focus on specific projects where you designed MMICs, detailing the technology used, such as GaAs or GaN. Explain the challenges you faced and how you overcame them to achieve successful outcomes.

Discuss your approach to quality assurance, including verification processes, simulation tools, and testing methods you employ. Highlight any specific metrics or standards that you rely upon to assure the performance of your designs.

Share your strategies for continuous learning, such as subscribing to technical publications, attending webinars or industry conferences, and participating in professional networks, demonstrating your commitment to remaining knowledgeable and innovative.

Provide a specific example of a challenging project that involved MMIC design, detailing your individual contributions, the problem-solving techniques you employed, and the resulting impact on the project's success.

Be prepared to discuss the specific simulation software and documentation tools you have used in your previous roles. Emphasize how these tools have assisted you in creating effective designs that meet specified performance criteria.

Illustrate your time management skills and ability to prioritize tasks effectively. Talk about specific scenarios where you've successfully met deadlines without compromising the quality of your designs.

Explain your collaborative style and provide examples of how you've worked with other engineers, perhaps in RF or systems engineering, to ensure alignment in design objectives and efficiency in the design process.

Discuss the importance of thermal analysis in MMIC design, showcasing your understanding of its implications on performance and reliability. Provide any specific examples of how you've conducted thermal analysis in past projects.

Share your experience in recognizing features or techniques in your designs that could be patented. Discuss the process you followed to document these opportunities and how they contributed to your organization.

Reflect on potential technological advancements as well as market demands that could influence MMIC design practices. Your insights can demonstrate your long-term vision and adaptability in this rapidly changing field.