Characterize high-power GaN transistor products for base station applications by operating RF test equipment, handling and biasing devices, capturing RF data, and performing limited data processing. Design and lay out an impedance matching network, then support its fabrication, assembly, soldering, and tuning on the RF bench.
Requirements overview
Applicants must be pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Electrical Engineering and have a strong interest in RF/microwave engineering and semiconductor devices, supported by relevant coursework or laboratory work. The role also requires willingness to work hands-on testing RF devices and assembling and testing RF PCBs, along with attention to detail and strong documentation skills.
Key skills
RF Device CharacterizationRF and Microwave EngineeringSemiconductor DevicesRF Test Bench OperationDigital Predistortion TestingDevice BiasingRF Data Capture and ProcessingImpedance Matching Network DesignMWO or ADSAutoCADRF PCB AssemblySolderingCircuit TuningLaboratory TestingTechnical Documentation
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MACOM designs and manufactures RF, microwave, millimeter wave solutions and optoelectronics for Data Center, Telecommunication, Industrial and Aerospace and Defense applications. Headquartered in Lowell, Massachusetts, MACOM has offices throughout North America, Europe and Asia. MACOM is certified to the ISO9001 international quality standard and ISO14001 environmental management standard.
MACOM has more than 75 years of application expertise with multiple design centers, GaN, Si, GaAs and InP fabrication, manufacturing, assembly and test, and operational facilities worldwide. In addition, MACOM offers foundry services that represents a key core competency within our business.
MACOM sells and distributes products globally via a sales channel comprised of a direct field sales force, authorized sales representatives and leading industry distributors. Our sales team is trained across all of our products to give our customers insights into our entire portfolio.
MACOM (NASDAQ: MTSI) is a global leader in the design and manufacture of advanced semiconductor products across a diverse range of end markets, including Data Centers, Telecommunications, Industrial and Aerospace and Defense. We develop innovative, cutting-edge technologies and products across the spectrum of radio frequency (RF), microwave, millimeter wave, photonics and high-speed analog technologies. Our solutions support critical network infrastructure applications like artificial intelligence, high performance computing, satellite communications, radar, unmanned aerial vehicles, medical equipment, test and measurement and advanced wireless networks.
MACOM has more than 75 years of expertise in semiconductor process development, wafer fabrication, circuit design, advanced packaging, systems architecture and applications engineering. We are committed to our customers’ success. We partner with customers to help solve their most challenging problems by providing semiconductor solutions that are at the forefront of the highest power, highest frequency and/or highest data rates.
Leading technologies, innovative products and driven employees. Come be a part of MACOM and help advance the next generation of connectivity infrastructure!
GaN RF Power Amplifier Intern
Job Description:
The engineering intern will be working at the Morgan Hill CA Design Center alongside a highly knowledgeable team of RF engineers and will initially be tasked with device characterization of MACOM’s high power GaN transistor products geared towards Base Station market. As an intern you will learn to operate the RF test bench software and Digital Predistortion testers, handling RF devices, biasing devices, capturing accurate RF data, and performing a limited amount of data processing. This device characterization activity will be in support of current product development and R&D activities.
A follow-on activity will task the intern to design an impedance matching network for a GaN device, using either MWO or ADS design software, in order to match the device to a 50 ohm environment. The intern will be expected to layout the impedance matching network in AutoCAD, have it fabricated and will be tasked to assemble, solder components, and tune the circuit on the RF bench.
Qualifications:
• Working towards a BS or MS in Electrical Engineering
• Strong interest in RF/microwave and semiconductor devices; relevant coursework and/or lab work a must
• Willing to work hands-on in the lab to test RF devices and assemble and test RF PCB's
• Attention to detail and strong documentation skills
During the 12 weeks each Intern will:
• Be given an individual and well-defined project with set outcome goals
• Gain hands on experience
• Receive excellent training and ongoing supervision
• Be invited to attend an intern webinar series
• Attend networking/social events
• Attend and present at Poster Session about each Interns project successes and pitfalls
• Receive formal, written feedback
The Hourly Range for this position is $20 – $47 per hour. Actual salary offered to candidate will depend on several factors, including but not limited to, work location, relevant candidates’ experience, education, and specific knowledge, skills, and abilities.
EEO:
MACOM is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse workforce. MACOM will not discriminate against any worker or job applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, military service, marital status, or any other category protected under applicable law.
Reasonable Accommodation:
MACOM is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you have a disability and are in need of a reasonable accommodation with respect to any part of the application process, please call +1-978-656-2500 or email HR_Ops@MACOM.com. Provide your name, phone number and the position title and location in which you are interested, and nature of accommodation needed, and we will get back to you. We also work with current employees who request or need reasonable accommodation in order to perform the essential functions of their jobs.