Senior RF MMIC Test Engineer
Macom
Durham, NC · Posted June 16, 2026
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About the job
Key responsibilities: On-wafer testing of GaN MMICs, including HPAs, switches, multi-function chips, and others as they may arise. These are high power, high frequency MMICs and require careful setup and attention. Independently configure, calibrate and verify test setups to ensure accurate, repeatable measurements. Support designers with probe and test material design and procurement to facilitate testing. Work closely with the design team and operations to ensure a quick flow through testing and facilitate rapid delivery of tested circuits. Develop and debug test software when necessary to support new and unique test requests, new equipment, and improved data analysis, visualization and processing within the test lab. Occasionally perform package level testing as required. Specific test needs and techniques are similar to those performed on-wafer. Required qualifications: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related technical field. 5+ years of hands-on experience in test and evaluation of RF, microwave, and millimeter wave MMICs, both at on-wafer and package level. Familiarity with PNAx or similar vector network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, noise figure analyzers, power meters, bias supplies and other RF test equipment. Proficient in the setup, configuration, calibration, and performance of RF MMIC tests, including S-parameters, power, efficiency, linearity, stability, and noise figure. Broad exposure to various RF technology and circuit types. A strong emphasis on high power, high frequency circuits using GaN technology is preferred. Ability to understand, write and debug test software. Familiarity with C# and python preferred. Should be familiar with GitLab and common best practices for software development. Ability to recognize and debug issues with test setups and identify root cause of test issues. Excellent collaboration and communication skills to work both within the team and across operations, product design, and marketing stakeholders.