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Microwave Plasma Systems Engineer

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Gyga Force · San Francisco Bay Area

Full-Time Mid_senior RFaiatedepositiongan
Posted
1d ago
Category
Manufacturing
Experience
Mid_senior
Country
United States
Our client, a rapidly growing advanced materials and semiconductor technology company, is developing next-generation manufacturing platforms used in high-performance computing, advanced power electronics, and next-generation wireless infrastructure applications.

They are seeking a highly technical Microwave / Plasma Systems Scientist to help design and optimize specialized plasma-based processing equipment used in advanced materials manufacturing. This position involves a combination of applied physics, RF/microwave engineering, plasma diagnostics, experimentation, and hardware development within a highly interdisciplinary engineering environment.


RESPONSIBILITIES:

Design microwave components and systems used in plasma-enhanced CVD reactors and related process equipment
Model plasma and microwave behavior within reactor components to improve equipment performance and overall understanding
Develop diagnostics for plasma and reactor monitoring and control, including implementation within manufacturing environments
Design and conduct experiments to better understand the impact of hardware on plasma behavior and growth processes, particularly as it relates to microwave components and sources


REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

5+ years of industry experience
Ph.D. in Engineering, Applied Physics, or a related field with expertise in high-power microwave-frequency systems
Hands-on experience with RF/microwave equipment used in the testing of microwave sources and components (VNAs, signal generators, diodes, etc.)
Experience with high-vacuum systems and plasma-based equipment
Proficiency with full-wave electromagnetic design tools such as HFSS, CST MWS, COMSOL, or similar platforms, along with familiarity with additional circuit design/layout tools


‘BONUS’ QUALIFICATIONS (NOT REQUIRED):

Experience with semiconductor process or deposition equipment
Familiarity with plasma-enhanced CVD systems
Background working with manufacturing or production environments
Experience with reactor diagnostics, monitoring, or process control
Familiarity with vacuum or RF power delivery systems

INCENTIVES & BENEFITS:

Base salary up to $220K
Annual performance bonus
Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage
Flexible spending and retirement savings plans
PTO and paid holidays
Opportunity to work on highly advanced next-generation technology platforms within a rapidly growing organization


For a list of all our openings, please visit www.gygaforce.com
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