Senior Principal MMIC Design Engineer
- US citizenship
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About the job
## Be visionary Teledyne Technologies Incorporated provides enabling technologies for industrial growth markets that require advanced technology and high reliability.
These markets include aerospace and defense, factory automation, air and water quality environmental monitoring, electronics design and development, oceanographic research, deepwater oil and gas exploration and production, medical imaging and pharmaceutical research. We are looking for individuals who thrive on making an impact and want the excitement of being on a team that wins. ## Job Description Lead innovation in RF and microwave technology.
Teledyne Microwave Solutions has over 50 years of experience in designing and manufacturing advanced microwave/RF components and integrated assemblies for aerospace, defense, and communications. Our products support critical missions across global markets, including aviation, radar, Satcom, space, and electronic warfare.
If you’re passionate about cutting-edge design and want to work for a trusted leader in high-tech solutions, this role is for you. ## What you’ll do - Design, simulate, layout, and validate advanced GaN and GaAs MMIC products for high-power amplifiers and RF/microwave subsystems - Define MMIC specifications based on system-level requirements and trade-off analyses - Use industry-standard tools (ADS, AWR, HFSS, Sonnet, AXIEM) for linear, nonlinear, and EM analysis - Support lab validation including S-parameters, output power, efficiency, noise figure, and linearity measurements - Mentor junior designers and provide technical leadership - Collaborate with cross-functional teams throughout the product development cycle - Assist in proposals, system architecture studies, and R&D planning - Document design activities and ensure compliance with company and industry standards ## What you need - BSEE with 18+ years or MSEE with 15+ years in RF/MMIC design (required) - Proven track record of MMIC product releases for high-frequency/high-power applications (X-, K-, Ka-band preferred) - Expertise in nonlinear simulation, load-pull analysis, and stability techniques - Strong knowledge of GaAs pHEMT and GaN-on-SiC HEMT technologies - Familiarity with advanced RF packaging and hybrid module design - Excellent communication and documentation skills - Must be a U.S. citizen and able to obtain and maintain a security clearance (required) ## What we offer - Competitive pay and comprehensive health benefits - 401(k) with company match and retirement plans - Paid time off and flexible work arrangements - Professional development and training opportunities - Employee wellness programs and assistance resources - A collaborative environment working on mission-critical technology ## What happens next Apply online through Teledyne’s careers page.
If your qualifications align, our team will contact you for interviews and guide you through the clearance process. Teledyne is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
Employment is contingent on background checks and compliance with applicable regulations. ## Salary Range $161,300.00-$215,100.000 ## Pay Transparency The anticipated salary range listed for this role is only an estimate.
Actual compensation for successful candidates is carefully determined based on several factors including, but not limited to, location, education/training, work experience, key skills, and type of position. Teledyne and all of our employees are committed to conducting business with the highest ethical standards. We require all employees to comply with all applicable laws, regulations, rules and regulatory orders.
Our reputation for honesty, integrity and high ethics is as important to us as our reputation for making innovative sensing solutions. Teledyne is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other characteristic or non-merit based factor made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws.
From Teledyne's job posting, checked 7 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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Teledyne's space work: the Launch Vehicle Stage Adapter for NASA's Space Launch System in Huntsville, and imaging sensors and instruments for space in California and the UK.
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