Principal Engineer - Systems

Microchip • Boulder, CO

2d • $88,000 - $232,000

About The Position

Microchip Technologies, Inc (NASDAQ: MCHP), Frequency and Timing Systems is a world leader in precise time solutions and sets the world's standard for time. The company generates, distributes and applies precise time for the communications, aerospace/defense, IT infrastructure, and metrology industries. Microchip's customers, from communications service providers and network equipment manufacturers to governments and their suppliers worldwide, are able to build more reliable networks and systems by using the company's advanced timing technologies, atomic clocks, services, and solutions. Microchip products support today's precise timing standards, including GPS-based timing, IEEE 1588 (PTP), Network Time Protocol (NTP), and Synchronous Ethernet.

Frequency and Timing Systems is expanding with new contracts in the areas of digital signal processing, satellite communications, airborne timing, and navigation systems. Our Government Systems group in Boulder, CO is seeking a Principal Systems Engineer to manage and contribute to R&D programs in the field of timing and communications systems. This position is a fit for someone that enjoys technical achievement, cooperative research, never ending chances to learn, and a friendly team environment. You will participate in a wide variety of projects. The opportunity requires the candidate to be a self-motivated person who is proactive and goal oriented. Join our team and be a part of the fast-growing, cutting-edge technology.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) discipline from an accredited university
• Typically 10+ years’ experience in the Systems Engineering process, including requirements definition, design, implementation, verification, and test
• Established track record of technical leadership and detailed individual contribution
• Experience with simulation, data processing, and analysis using Python and/or MATLAB
• Familiarity with digital test equipment (i.e. Oscilloscope, Spectrum Analyzer, Multi-Meter)
• Great written and verbal communication skills
• Great interpersonal skills
• US Citizenship Required

Nice To Haves

• Established expertise in digital signal processing, control system design, linear system analysis, or statistical classification algorithms
• Ability to efficiently operate in a Linux/Unix environment
• Knowledge of microprocessors, memory devices, and logic devices
• Familiarity with precise timing applications and components including oscillators, time measurement circuits, and GPS receivers
• Experience successfully executing government programs with formal documentation and review deliverables, including System Requirements Review, Preliminary Design Review, Critical Design Review, and Test Readiness Review
• Active TS/SCI clearance or ability to obtain one

Responsibilities

• Engineer embedded systems and algorithms for time, position, and RF communications using the systems design methodology of requirements definition, design, implementation, and validation of the system
• Collaborate with hardware, software, FPGA, and mechanical engineers to develop solutions that meet or exceed customers’ requirements
• Coordinate with Manufacturing and Quality Engineers to introduce and release new products
• Work with System Integration to help with installation of equipment at customer sites worldwide

Benefits

• We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry. It consists of competitive base pay, restricted stock units, and quarterly bonus payments.
• In addition to these components, our package includes health benefits that begin day one, retirement savings plans, and an industry leading ESPP program with a 2 year look back feature.
• Benefits of working at Microchip

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level