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Leonardo DRS

Scientist II

Dallas, TX · On-site

Job Summary The Leonardo DRS RAPID Laboratory is looking for a confident, highly motivated Scientist with semiconductor materials and device modeling experience to join our Research and Development ...

Leonardo DRS

Scientist II

Dallas, TX

Job Summary The Leonardo DRS RAPID Laboratory is looking for a confident, highly motivated Scientist with semiconductor materials and device modeling experience to join our Research and Development ...

STMicroelectronics

MEMS Device & Design Engineer

Austin, TX · On-site

$99K - $135K/yr

As a global semiconductor company, our advanced technologies and chips form the hidden foundation ... The ideal candidate will work at the intersection of fabrication processes, device modeling and ...

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How much do semiconductor device modeling jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 26, 2026, the average yearly pay for semiconductor device modeling in Texas is $83,648.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $57,800.00 and $103,400.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the typical daily tasks for someone working in Semiconductor Device Modeling?

Professionals in Semiconductor Device Modeling typically spend their days developing and refining computer models of electronic devices, running simulations to predict device behavior, and analyzing data to optimize designs. Collaborating closely with design engineers, process engineers, and fabrication teams is common to ensure models accurately reflect real-world device performance. Additionally, you may be responsible for documenting your findings, preparing technical reports, and presenting your results to cross-functional teams. This dynamic role often requires multitasking between project requirements and ongoing collaboration to meet tight development timelines.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Semiconductor Device Modeling position, and why are they important?

To excel in Semiconductor Device Modeling, candidates generally need advanced knowledge of semiconductor physics, device operation principles, and a degree in electrical engineering or a related field. Familiarity with simulation tools such as TCAD, SPICE, and MATLAB, as well as programming skills in Python or C++, is highly valuable. Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and effective teamwork set top performers apart in this role. These qualifications are crucial because device modeling directly influences product design, manufacturing efficiency, and the innovation of new semiconductor technologies.

What is a Semiconductor Device Modeling job?

A Semiconductor Device Modeling job involves developing mathematical and computational models to simulate the electrical, thermal, and physical behavior of semiconductor devices. Engineers in this role use tools like TCAD, SPICE, and numerical solvers to analyze device performance, optimize designs, and support technology development. They work closely with process engineers, circuit designers, and researchers to improve semiconductor fabrication and ensure accurate representation of device behavior under various conditions.

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Senior Scientist - Semiconductor Device Physicist

Senior Scientist - Semiconductor Device Physicist

Leonardo DRS

Dallas, TX

$83K - $113K/yr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 22 days ago

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Company rating: 8.0 out of 10

Based on 55 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

Job ID: 112966 

Location: Onsite in Dallas TX

Schedule: 9/80

The Electro-Optical Infrared Systems (EOIS) line of business within DRS has locations in Dallas and Austin, TX, Melbourne, FL, and Cypress, CA.  EOIS develops, manufactures, and supports infrared and electro-optical solutions for soldiers, ground vehicles, and airborne platforms.  We offer an exciting and challenging work environment, a competitive salary and benefits package, and a business culture that rewards performance. 

 Employing the world's brightest. Supporting the world's bravest.

Job Summary

Leonardo DRS is looking for a confident, highly motivated Scientist with semiconductor materials and device modeling experience to join our Research and Development team. We are looking for a strong candidate with experience in modeling direct and indirect bandgap semiconductors, dark current, carrier generation/recombination and lifetimes, carrier transport, and other key properties of photodiodes.  As a Scientist, you will be an integral part of DRS' new product and technology development efforts in infrared sensors. You will interface with other team members representing a wide range of disciplines, including material science, process engineering, device fabrication, test engineering, and system design.  You will have direct responsibility for modeling the performance of current and novel device architectures for a variety of characteristics and aid in the optimization of device designs that both meet aggressive performance targets and are manufacturable. To that end, you will work in a team with other scientists and engineers including fabrication specialists and product/process engineers to optimize device designs for yield and manufacturability. In addition, you will be the technical and/or project lead on critical development projects guiding both technical direction as well as coordination of key technical resources. This position is in our RAPID Laboratory. 
 

Job Responsibilities

    Drive highly complex projects both technically as well as meeting financial and schedule objectives.
    Design device architectures and understand device design parameters and specification requirements.
    Understand advanced semiconductor device physics to comprehend the effects process, fabrication, and integration have on final device performance and communicate technical requirements to engineers and scientists to ensure success.
    Construct and coordinate experimental plans to solve problems. Identify key input and output variables and provide analysis of results.
    Responsible for identifying optimal device architecture which will best achieve the device design goals.
    Participate and contribute to multi-disciplinary project teams.
    Organize, interpret, and present results to technical peers as well as to upper management or customers.
    Accept responsibility and accountability.

Qualifications

   Education:  Doctorate (PhD) Degree in relevant discipline such as Materials Science, Physics, or Electrical Engineering.
   Experience:  5+ years in semiconductor device physics and modeling
   Strong coding skills to maintain, modify, and create device performance models for a variety of solid-state device architectures and phenomenology.
   Ability to understand and analyze data related to semiconductor device performance.
   Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
   The candidate must be organized, proactive, and able to communicate to both highly technical and programmatic audiences with equal ease.
   U.S citizenship is required.  Must be able to meet security standards and able to obtain a secret clearance.

Preferred Skills and Experience

   10+ years of semiconductor device physics experience. 
   Knowledge and experience with a variety of semiconductor fabrication processes. 
   MATLAB, MathCAD/PRIME, Lumerical FDTD, LabView, JMP, SpotFire, MiniTab and other relevant engineering software packages to perform modeling and/or analyze data.

U.S. Citizenship required. This position requires an active DOD security clearance or the ability to obtain such clearance within a reasonable time after commencement of employment.

Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours. 
*Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only

Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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