Application Engineer - MMIC Products

MACOM designs and manufactures semiconductor products for Data Center, Telecommunication and Industrial and Defense applications. Headquartered in Lowell, Massachusetts, MACOM has design centers and sales 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 65 years of application expertise with multiple design centers, Si, GaAs and InP fabrication, manufacturing, assembly and test, and operational facilities throughout North America, Europe, and Asia. Click here to view our facilities. 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.

Applications Engineer - MMIC Products

Do you find RF and microwave engineering exciting? Do you spend your free time exploring radio-related topics? If so, you might be the rare engineer we’re looking for! Our Application Engineering Team supports customers working with a diverse portfolio of MMIC devices—from low-frequency passives to products operating to 100 GHz, with new innovations launching regularly. As an Application Engineer - MMIC Products, you’ll be an important contributor to this dynamic team and gain hands-on experience through on-the-job training.

Responsibilities:

• Setting up and testing MACOM parts in the lab using advanced microwave test equipment (PNA-X, VNAs, Spectrum Analyzers, Power Meters).
• Learning complex lab setups and designing custom application-specific PCBs.
• Investigating and answering customer technical questions.
• Creating application engineering collateral such as evaluation boards, reference designs, and technical presentations.
• Analyzing production data and updating datasheets.
• Collaborating across teams—from design to reliability engineering—to deliver confidence-building technical support.
• Organize and track incoming requests.
• Communicate expected response times.
• Provide excellent technical assistance (with mentoring from senior engineers). This responsibility offers great visibility within the company and helps you develop strong customer-facing skills.
• Organize and manage the technical ticket database.
• Communicate with internal teams to establish response timelines.
• Create a positive experience for customers while resolving technical questions.
• Perform RF testing on PNA-X and probe stations.
• Design and build supporting hardware (evaluation boards, reference designs).
• Update datasheets with application-related information.
• Attend and contribute to design reviews and technical meetings.
• Develop technical presentations and collateral for customers.

We're a dynamic team working on a variety of technologies, supporting a diverse customer base.

• You’ll work in a cooperative, fast-paced environment with a team that values mentorship and growth.
• You’ll gain hands-on experience with cutting-edge RF and microwave technology.
• You’ll have opportunities to contribute to technical discussions and design reviews early in your career.

The applications team requires a relentless can-do attitude, a growth mindset, an eagerness to win business, and an attitude that meshes well with MACOM’s core values.

Qualifications:

• Education: BSEE or BSECE (MS is a plus).
• Preferred: Coursework or experience in RF & Microwave engineering.
• Familiarity with RF/microwave lab testing is a plus.
• Strong communication skills for interfacing with internal teams and customers.
• Creative, collaborative, and eager to solve technical problems.
• Curious, persistent, and passionate about RF & Microwave technology.

The Salary Range for this position is $59,500 – $96,000. 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, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, veteran status, military obligations, or membership in 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 [email protected]. 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.

Benefits: This position offers a comprehensive benefits package including but not limited to:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Employer-sponsored 401(k) plan.
• Paid time off.
• Professional development opportunities.