Based in Southern California with locations in Malibu, Calabasas, Westlake Village and Camarillo; HRL has been on the leading edge of technology, conducting pioneering research and advancing the state of the art.
Essential Duties:
HRL Laboratories offers an industry leading suite of high performance GaN device technologies and is seeking to expand our team. The successful candidate will help define the next generation of GaN based semiconductor devices and introduce new process capabilities. Typical activities include:
Research and Development of advanced compact models for MMIC design using GaN HEMT technologies
Collaborate with process, RF test, CAD, and EDA engineers to develop, test, document, and release MMIC PDKs in Keysight ADS and Cadence AWR
Develop non-linear compact modeling including parameter extraction and validation techniques; Experience with field effect transistor models such as MVSG, ASM-HEMT, Angelov
Support internal and external MMIC design teams in performing accurate and efficient simulations of MMICs and modules and establish best-practices for MMIC design
Support the research, development, and maturation of advanced GaN technologies, including device and process engineering
Assist or lead with writing proposals for contracted research and development program capture
Required Skills:
PhD in electrical engineering or related field, preferably with experience in GaN HEMTs. This experience should span functions including design, modeling, processing, and characterization of GaN HEMTs.
Specific requirements include:
Practical and theoretical understanding of RF electronic devices
Deep understanding of non-linear compact modeling including parameter extraction and validation techniques
Hands-on experience with writing, winning and executing research projects. Must have authored scientific publications and given technical presentations.
Able to pursue difficult technical subjects independently, design experiments, analyze data, and provide solutions.
Able to produce technical presentations and reports, and communicate effectively with colleagues and customers. Excellent written and verbal communications skills.
Physical Requirements:
Able to work within a semiconductor cleanroom environment.
Special Requirements:
U.S. citizen or Permanent Resident status required.
Compensation:
The base salary range for this full-time position is $132,765 - $165,983 + bonus + benefits.
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HRL offers a generous and very competitive total compensation and benefits package. Our Regular/Full Time benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401K match, gym facilities, PTO, growth potential, and an exciting and challenging work environment (https://www.hrl.com/careers/benefits).
HRL Laboratories is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and does not discriminate in recruiting, hiring, training or promoting, on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, medical condition, age, U.S. military or protected veteran status, union membership, or political affiliation. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.
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This position must meet Export Control compliance requirements, therefore a "U.S. Person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 is required. "U.S. Person" includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.
What We Do
HRL's scientists and engineers are on the leading edge of technology, conducting pioneering research, providing real-world technology solutions, and advancing the state of the art. We continue to be recognized as one of the world's premier physical science and engineering research laboratories.
Why Work With Us
Our success is the result of our collaborative team of researchers, many of whom are the leading experts in their fields. Through their insights in support for our customers, we are finding the unique opportunities in technology.
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