Silicon Physical Design and Layout Engineer - TeraWave
$130k/y-$182k/y
Blue Origin2 days ago
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OnsiteFull-timeSenior
Summary
Blue Origin is seeking a Silicon Physical Design and Layout Engineer for their TeraWave satellite communications network in Los Angeles, CA. The role focuses on designing and developing advanced integrated circuits to enable high-speed data transmission globally.
About the Role
As a Silicon Physical Design and Layout Engineer, you will execute the physical design and layout of ASICs for satellite communication systems, implement complex mixed-signal designs, perform timing closure and signal integrity analysis, and collaborate with front-end designers. Your work will ensure that the ASICs meet stringent performance standards and are optimized for reliability in space environments.
About You
Required:
- B.S. degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.
- 5+ years of experience in physical design and layout of ASICs.
- Demonstrated expertise in digital and analog layout techniques.
- Experience with industry-standard EDA tools for physical design (Cadence, Synopsys, or Mentor).
- Knowledge of semiconductor fabrication processes and design rules.
- Understanding of timing closure and signal integrity challenges.
- Experience with power analysis and optimization techniques.
Preferred:
- Experience with mixed-signal or RF layout techniques.
- Knowledge of radiation-hardened design methodologies.
- Experience with advanced process nodes (16nm and below).
- Background in high-speed digital design (>1GHz).
- Experience with 3D packaging or chiplet technologies.
- Understanding of thermal considerations in ASIC design.
- Familiarity with space qualification requirements for electronic components.
- Experience with low-power design techniques for battery or solar-powered systems.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance.
- Paid parental leave.
- Short and long-term disability.
- 401(k) with a company match of up to 5%.
- Education Support Program.
- Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year and up to 14 company-paid holidays.
Blue Origin
We are building a road to space for the benefit of Earth, humanity’s blue origin. Our team is focused on radically reducing the cost of access to space and harnessing its vast resources while mobilizing future generations to realize this mission. Blue Origin builds reusable rocket engines, launch vehicles, in-space systems, and lunar landers. Discover more at BlueOrigin.com. We hope you engage with us and our community. However, we reserve the right to remove derogatory or off-topic comments from our social media accounts. Thank you for understanding.
Los Angeles, CA