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SpaceX · 2 days ago

RFIC Layout Designer (Silicon Engineering)

Redmond, WA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$100K/yr - $120K/yr

1+ years exp

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. In this role, you will be part of the IC design team, focusing on layout for custom analog and RFIC designs, working on multiple silicon projects for deployment in space and ground infrastructures.

Advanced MaterialsAerospaceManufacturingNational SecuritySpace Travel

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Work with the integrated circuit designers and chip leads to determine the chip floor plan; this includes strategies for power and ground distribution as well as working with packaging engineer to determine pad locations

Accurately estimate the schedule for the layout work and identify areas of complexity that need early investigation

Perform layout of custom RF and analog circuit blocks with attention to matching and minimizing parasitic capacitance in the layout

Perform design rule checking, electrical rule checking and layout versus schematic checks and resolve errors

Perform top-level layout integration with electrostatic discharge structures and pad assembly and perform final tape out (including density fill, running design for manufacturability checks and sharing GDS with the foundry)

Work with EDA suppliers to trial new tools and features

Generate guides and demos for others in the team to showcase improvements in layout technique

Qualification

Analog layout skillsIC layout designRF circuit layoutAdvanced node IC layoutsSkill programmingShell scriptingPython programmingRevision control systemsCircuit designLinux knowledgeIndependent problem solvingCommunication

Required

Bachelor's degree in electrical or computer engineering and 1+ years of professional experience as an IC layout designer; OR 3+ years of professional experience with integrated circuit layout design in lieu of a degree

Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed to meet critical milestones