We are seeking a skilled Electrical Engineer to join our Space and High Reliability Oscillator ... Quartz crystal oscillator experience * Experience with worst case circuit analysis * Mechanical ...
We are seeking a skilled Electrical Engineer to join our Space and High Reliability Oscillator ... Quartz crystal oscillator experience * Experience with worst case circuit analysis * Mechanical ...
We are seeking a skilled Electrical Engineer to join our Space and High Reliability Oscillator ... Quartz crystal oscillator experience * Experience with worst case circuit analysis * Mechanical ...
We are seeking a skilled Electrical Engineer to join our Space and High Reliability Oscillator ... Quartz crystal oscillator experience * Experience with worst case circuit analysis * Mechanical ...
Senior Engineer I - Process
Beverly, MA · On-site
$115.30K - $158.40K/yr
Requires BS/MS Electrical Engineering and 5-7.5 years of relevant experience in hardware design ... Crystal oscillator design experience is preferred. U.S. Export Controls Requirements: This job ...
Senior Engineer I - Process
Beverly, MA · On-site
$115.30K - $158.40K/yr
Requires BS/MS Electrical Engineering and 5-7.5 years of relevant experience in hardware design ... Crystal oscillator design experience is preferred. U.S. Export Controls Requirements: This job ...
Senior Engineer I - Process
Beverly, MA · On-site
$115.30K - $158.40K/yr
With the Hardware Engineering Manager, guide and mentor a focused group of electrical engineers on ... Crystal oscillator design experience is preferred. U.S. Export Controls Requirements: This job ...
Senior Engineer I - Process
Beverly, MA · On-site
$115.30K - $158.40K/yr
With the Hardware Engineering Manager, guide and mentor a focused group of electrical engineers on ... Crystal oscillator design experience is preferred. U.S. Export Controls Requirements: This job ...
RF Technician I-V
Orlando, FL · On-site
... crystal, and cavity-based filters. * Is a basic oscillator set up for frequency and output power ... RF Technician IV: * All functions of RF Technician III * Works with process / design engineering to ...
RF Technician I-V
Orlando, FL · On-site
... crystal, and cavity-based filters. * Is a basic oscillator set up for frequency and output power ... RF Technician IV: * All functions of RF Technician III * Works with process / design engineering to ...
Sr. Principal Test Engineer
Austin, TX · On-site
$143K - $286.40K/yr
In this role you will lead specific test development efforts for mixed signal clock and oscillator ... Experience with timing products such as clocks, buffers, oscillators, crystals Team player with ...
Sr. Principal Test Engineer
Austin, TX · On-site
$143K - $286.40K/yr
In this role you will lead specific test development efforts for mixed signal clock and oscillator ... Experience with timing products such as clocks, buffers, oscillators, crystals Team player with ...
Sr. Principal Test Engineer
$143K - $286.40K/yr
In this role you will lead specific test development efforts for mixed signal clock and oscillator ... Experience with timing products such as clocks, buffers, oscillators, crystals Team player with ...
Sr. Principal Test Engineer
$143K - $286.40K/yr
In this role you will lead specific test development efforts for mixed signal clock and oscillator ... Experience with timing products such as clocks, buffers, oscillators, crystals Team player with ...
Project Manager - New Product Introduction
Burlington, WI · On-site
$90K - $100K/yr
... noise crystal oscillators. Founded in 1986, NEL has established itself as a key player in the ... Ensure DFM/DFA considerations are integrated by engineering teams to support scalable ...
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Project Manager - New Product Introduction
Burlington, WI · On-site
$90K - $100K/yr
... noise crystal oscillators. Founded in 1986, NEL has established itself as a key player in the ... Ensure DFM/DFA considerations are integrated by engineering teams to support scalable ...
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| Industry usage | Consumer electronics, communication devices | Wireless, radar, satellite systems |
| Common search intent | Designing stable frequency sources | Designing RF communication circuits |
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Full-time
Posted 15 days ago
Microchip Technology rating
8.1
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40th of 137 rated electronics manufacturers
Job description
People come to work at Microchip because we help design the technology that runs the world. They stay because our culture supports their growth and stability. They are challenged and driven by an incredible array of products and solutions with unlimited career potential. Microchip's nationally-recognized Leadership Passage Programs support career growth where we proudly enroll over a thousand people annually. We take pride in our commitment to employee development, values-based decision making, and strong sense of community, driven by our Vision, Mission, and 11 Guiding Values; we affectionately refer to it as the Aggregate System and it's won us countless awards for diversity and workplace excellence.
Our company is built by dedicated team players who love to challenge the status quo; we did not achieve record revenue and over 30 years of quarterly profitability without a great team dedicated to empowering innovation. People like you.
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Job Description:
Microchip is a leading innovator in the field of electronics design and manufacturing. We specialize in creating cutting-edge products for a variety of industries, including consumer electronics, automotive, aerospace, and medical devices. Our commitment to excellence has positioned us as a key player in the market, and we are now looking to expand our talented team.
The Microchip Frequency and Timing Systems business unit is a world leader in precise time solutions and sets the world's standard for time. Our work produces, distributes, and applies precise time for the communications, aerospace/defense, IT infrastructure, and measurement industries.
Our VOP group located in Mount Holly Springs, PA is a market leader specializing in Quartz Precision Oscillators and Frequency Control Solutions. We are seeking a skilled Electrical Engineer to join our Space and High Reliability Oscillator Engineering team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in RF design, with a keen eye for detail and a passion for creating cutting edge, high-quality oscillator products.
This is an onsite position that will report to the Mount Holly Springs facility.
Responsibilities:
- Ownership of the design, starting with concept and architecture, followed by schematic design and layout, coordinating prototype assembly with in-house manufacturing, defining required testing, completing circuit analysis and releasing designs to manufacturing.
- Supporting quote activity for new designs by, developing new specifications with customers, working with the Product Line Manager on new designs and concepts, and building and testing of compliant prototypes on schedule.
- Provide electrical design support to cross functional team members from layout, supply chain, process engineering, reliability engineering, manufacturing, and quality engineering.
Requirements/Qualifications:
Required:
- US Person
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or electronic technology
- 5+ years design experience in RF electronics industry
- Strong knowledge of electronics theory, specifically analog and digital circuits and components used within RF signal generation and wave shaping
- Ability to use electronic simulation software for the design of circuits
- Basic knowledge of test equipment that includes environmental chambers, power supplies, oscilloscopes, frequency counters, spectrum analyzers, etc.
- Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office software (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
- Self-driven to lead and complete projects within established commitment times
- Strong interpersonal skills to facilitate interaction with cross functional teams
Preferred:
- Quartz crystal oscillator experience
- Experience with worst case circuit analysis
- Mechanical thermal and mechanical simulation experience
- Familiarity with relevant military and space standards (MIL-PRF-55310, MIL-PRF-38534, MIL-STD-883)
- Experience with radiation effects of RF components
U.S. Export Controls Requirements: This job requires access to technology, materials, software or hardware that is controlled by the export laws of the United States. Candidates are required to provide proof of either US citizenship, Permanent US residency or classification as a protected individual as defined in 8 USC 1324b (a) (3).
Travel Time:
0% - 25%
Physical Attributes:
Hearing, Seeing, Talking, Works Alone, Works Around Others
Physical Requirements:
80% sitting, 10% standing, 10% walking, 100% inside
Microchip Technology Inc is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
For more information on applicable equal employment regulations, please refer to the Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal Poster.
To all recruitment agencies: Microchip Technology Inc. does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our recruiting team or other Microchip employees. Microchip is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
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Headquarters location
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Year founded
1989