Mini-Circuits · 7 hours ago
Senior Product Engineer
Hialeah, Florida
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$140K/yr - $150K/yr
8+ years expMini-Circuits designs, manufactures and distributes integrated circuits, modules, and sub-systems for high-performance radio frequency (RF) and microwave applications. The Senior Product Engineer is a manufacturing-focused technical leader responsible for managing a product engineering team focused on New Product Introductions (NPI) of RF components and modules, ensuring manufacturability, yield, reliability, and process robustness.
ComputerElectronicsHardwareManufacturing
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Lead and mentor a team of Product Engineers responsible for Ceramic-based RF component and module NPIs
Support the end-to-end NPI and productization process, from requirements definition and feasibility through pilot builds, yield ramp, qualification, and production release
Translate customer and market requirements into clear technical specifications with an emphasis on manufacturability, cost targets, and process capability
Provide technical oversight of RF designs with focus on manufacturable architecture, robust tolerances, and process capability
Review RF simulations and designs to ensure compliance with performance requirements within the boundaries of the manufacturing process capabilities
Drive Design for Manufacturability (DFM), Design for Assembly (DFA), Design for Test (DFT), and Design for Reliability (DFR) best practices specific to LTCC and other Ceramic processes
Define acceptable design margins and tolerances considering the manufacturing process capabilities
Partner with R&D to transition new designs and technologies into repeatable manufacturing processes
Act as the primary engineering interface to manufacturing, characterization, validation and verification for all µCeramIQ NPI projects
Establish process flows, control plans, and key process parameters to ensure consistent electrical and mechanical performance
Lead yield improvement, scrap reduction, and cost-down initiatives during pilot and production ramp phases
Drive structured root cause analysis (e.g., SPC, DOE, 8D) for yield, reliability, or performance excursions
Support supplier and vendor selection, development, and qualification for new and existing technologies and critical outsourced processes
Define and execute electrical, mechanical, environmental, and reliability qualification plans with strong linkage to manufacturing risks and failure modes
Ensure process capability and reliability targets are met prior to full production release
Oversee failure analysis and corrective actions for qualification and production-related issues
Ensure products and processes meet applicable regulatory, quality, and customer-specific requirements (e.g., aerospace, defense, automotive standards)
Support customer technical discussions, design-in activities, and post-launch technical support as needed
Contribute to product roadmaps and technology development plans aligned with business strategy
Drive NPI schedules with focus on manufacturing readiness, yield maturity, and on-time production release
Identify and mitigate manufacturing and supply chain risks early in the development cycle
Support value engineering, cost reduction, and process simplification initiatives across the product lifecycle
Ensure robust documentation, configuration control, and engineering change management for manufacturing execution
Own and drive key manufacturing KPIs for new and released products, including first-pass yield, final yield, scrap rate, rework rate, cycle time, and cost of poor quality (COPQ)
Establish process capability targets (e.g., Cp/Cpk) for critical fabrication, assembly, and test processes
Track and report NPI maturity metrics such as pilot yield trends, qualification pass rates, and production readiness indicators
Lead data-driven continuous improvement initiatives using KPI trends to prioritize actions and investments
Qualification
Required
BSc.EE or MSc.EE with Microwave Theory coursework
8+ years of experience in RF/microwave product engineering, manufacturing engineering, or NPI roles
Demonstrated experience productizing RF products and leading NPIs from concept through stable production in a manufacturing environment
Significant hands-on experience with RF component and module testing, characterization, and data analysis
Proven experience creating and releasing RF test plans, block diagrams, and test specifications for production test and customer-facing datasheets or catalog specifications
Demonstrated success correlating RF test performance across different manufacturing sites, test platforms, or external partners
Proven track record of improving yield, reliability, and cost through process and test optimization
Strong understanding of RF and microwave theory as applied to passive component and module manufacturing and test
Expert-level understanding of RF test equipment and measurement techniques for components and modules, including multi-port S-parameter measurements, Power Handling, and others (i.e IP3, P1dB, Harmonic Rejection, Noise Figure, ACPR, EVM, Phase Noise etc.)
Proven experience developing RF test plans, block diagrams, and detailed test specifications for both high-volume production environments and customer-facing catalog specifications
Demonstrated expertise in test setup validation, measurement uncertainty analysis, and correlation of RF test results across multiple sites, test systems, or external laboratories
Solid understanding of manufacturing process control, SPC, DOE, and Root Cause analysis methodologies
Working knowledge of quality systems, Phase Gate Processes (PGP) and/or Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) and NPI frameworks, PPAP concepts, and product qualification methodologies
Proven technical leadership and ability to guide complex, factory-facing, cross-functional development efforts
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven approach to yield, test, and process improvement
Ability to define, standardize, and enforce RF test methodologies across manufacturing and customer-facing environments
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical and test-related concepts to diverse audiences including customers
Ability to balance technical depth with schedule, cost, yield, and business considerations
High level of ownership, accountability, and attention to detail
Familiarity with Statistical Analysis tools (i.e JMP, Minitab, Tableu, Matlab)
Experience with RF/EM simulation tools (e.g., HFSS, ADS, CST or equivalent) is a plus
Familiarity with CAD tools, product lifecycle management (PLM) systems, and standard laboratory equipment
Experience supporting aerospace, defense, satellite, or automotive-qualified RF products
Exposure to high-reliability or harsh-environment applications
Understanding of supply chain and cost drivers associated with ceramic-based RF components
US Citizen or US Permanent Resident (Green Card Holder)
Comply, understand, and support corporate safety initiatives to ensure a safe work environment
Ability and willingness to abide by Company's Code of Conduct
Preferred
Prior experience mentoring or leading engineering teams is strongly preferred
Benefits
Paid time off
Medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k)
Comprehensive Medica, Dental and Vision Plans
401k and Profit -Sharing Programs
Disability Insurance
Life Insurance
Employer-Sponsored Wellness Plans
Commuter Benefits
Hospital & Accident Indemnity Insurance
Employee Benefit Advocate &Employee Assistance Program
Company
Mini-Circuits
Mini-Circuits is a global leader in the design, manufacture, and distribution of RF/IF, and microwave products.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Jin Bains
Chief Executive Officer
Kai Lo
Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
2025-04-03
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