Section Lead – Layout, CAD, Foundry Services

Job Details

Date Posted:

Country:
United States of America

Location:

US-MA-ANDOVER-AR1 ~ 358 Lowell St ~ AR1 DUKES BLDG

Position:
Engineering Manager – Layout and Foundry Services

Role Type:
Onsite

Citizenship: U.S. citizen required. Security clearance:
DoD Secret clearance required after day 1.

At Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling – to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today’s mission and stay ahead of tomorrow’s threat. This role is a leadership position that leads the Layout and Foundry Services team within the RF Microelectronics / Module Design & Foundry Services Department, supporting RFIC/MMIC designers and driving production tools in our own III‑V semiconductor foundry.

• Lead a team of highly skilled layout and CAD engineers, overseeing design support for RFIC/MMIC product development.
• Create and maintain fully compliant layouts and photomasks using Cadence’s Virtuoso Tool Suite, adhering to engineering specifications.
• Implement, maintain, and improve data management, verification (DRC, LVS), and automation processes to support an efficient design flow.
• Ensure highest standards for layout data preparation, building reticles, and photomask procurement.
• Perform data checks, documentation, and peer reviewing, communicating efficiently with design, production, process development, and modeling teams.
• Manage team development and support department management and functional leadership levels.

• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field.
• Minimum of eight years of relevant experience in semiconductor MMIC layout and CAD.
• Experience in RFIC/MMIC layout, verification, and automation using the Cadence layout suite.
• Experience preparing photomasks with process overhead structures and data generation for III‑V semiconductor foundry equipment.
• Knowledge of III‑V semiconductor processing steps, RF device/circuit characterization, and automated inspection.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance; U.S. citizenship required.

• Proficiency in Cadence suite and integrated circuit layout and physical verification.
• Experience with development and automation of layout tasks and associated software.
• Familiarity with semiconductor processing and manufacturing concepts, e.g., GaAs, GaN, SOI.
• Project scheduling and management experience.
• Previous experience with a defense contractor or government agency.
• Current DoD Secret level security clearance.

Salary range: $107,500 – $204,500 USD. Pay structure and benefits based on location.

Eligible benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off and holidays. Specific benefits depend on the business unit and collective‑bargaining agreement. Eligible for short‑term and/or long‑term incentive compensation programs based on level and agreement. This role is U.S.

-based. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

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