Principal / Senior Principal Microelectronics Modeling Engineer
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Ownership of model development including mentoring for junior engineers Ownership of device test data including coordination of testing, analysis of data,
Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Chemistry,
The Northrop Grumman Microelectronics Center (NGMC) of Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is seeking an exceptionally talented, motivated, and creative Microelectronics Modeling Engineer for our Space Park Foundry Lab (SPF) located in Manhattan Beach, California - where we design, manufacture, and test semiconductor products for internal and commercial production customers as well as emerging technology programs.
Northrop Grumman’s SPF is a unique capability supporting a range of compound microelectronic devices (Gallium Arsenide, Gallium Nitride, Silicon Carbide, Indium Phosphide) and providing leading-edge technology development in microelectronics. Our devices enable several Northrop Grumman’s ground-based radars, avionic radars, and space systems. Join us for the chance to work with an amazing, experienced, and talented team while helping serve your country. Enjoy the opportunity to grow and learn with a variety of challenging projects in R&D, ongoing long-term programs, and new programs targeting future commercial and military platforms. Our multidisciplinary foundry team enables activities from development to sustainment process engineering. SPF is responsible for all aspects of semiconductor technology including design, mask making, wafer fabrication, test, and assembly. The candidate must be a strong team participant, have excellent communication skills, and be resourceful and multitalented. A strong understanding of semiconductor technology and microelectronic modeling methodologies is essential.
The candidate will own the development of models across a multitude of technologies. This role involves leadership responsibilities such as coordination of device testing and technical leadership of adapting new modeling techniques. Additionally, this role will partner closely with our Microelectronics Products & Services team and the layout team.
Responsibilities
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Ownership of model development including mentoring for junior engineers
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Ownership of device test data including coordination of testing, analysis of data, and parameter extraction to support modeling efforts
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Support integration of models into PDKs
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Support and shape modeling opportunities in foundries
This requisition may be filled as a Principal Microelectronics Modeling Engineer or Senior Principal Microelectronics Modeling Engineer.
Requirements
~3 min readBachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Chemistry, Physics or other related STEM discipline with 5 years of relevant experience (3 years with a Master’s degree and 0 with a PhD).
Experience with semiconductor device modeling
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to analyze measurement data and understand its relationship to the device
Experience with Computer Aided Design (CAD) tools
Has a programming background
Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance
US Citizenship Required
Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Chemistry, Physics or other related STEM discipline with 8 years of relevant experience (6 years with a Master’s degree and 3 with a PhD).
Experience with semiconductor device modeling
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to analyze measurement data and understand its relationship to the device
Experience with Computer Aided Design (CAD) tools
Has a programming background
Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance
US Citizenship Required
- Experience with High Electron Mobility Transistor (HEMT) or Heterojunction Bipolar Transistor (HBT) modeling
- Subject matter expert in modeling principles and device physics, who can pioneer new models and modeling methods
- ADS or AWR PDK Development experience
- ADS, AWR, Calibre, or Assura DRC and LVS Development experience
- Innovation in model development including design of modeling devices, and development of modeling test methods
- Leadership or mentorship experience
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- October 8, 2026
- Last seen
- October 8, 2026
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