Micro-electromechanical Systems (MEMS) Engineer

Full-time on-site MEMS engineer contractor with the U.S. Army Research Laboratory in Adelphi, MD, contributing to MEMS research and development in design, modeling, and characterization; U.S. citizenship is required for security clearance.

Location: Adelphi, MD (onsite)

Responsibilities

• Act as the Principal Investigator for the development of a novel MEMS RF power detector.
• Design and model tunable RF filters across multiple technologies, including acoustic, electromagnetic, transmission-line, and cavity-based approaches.
• Develop automated Finite Element Analysis models in COMSOL across various fabrication processes, device technologies, and simulation domains.
• Assist in integrating these automated models into a broader research workflow automation system.
• Collaborate with team members and external partners to advance MEMS and RF sensor technology; participate in design reviews to enhance quality and performance.
• Make engineering observations, perform advanced data and simulation analyses, document modeling procedures and results, and present findings at appropriate scientific venues.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship with the ability to obtain a security clearance; Secret clearance preferred.
• Master's degree or PhD in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, physics, or a closely related field.
• Expert-level experience with COMSOL (or similar FEA software) and proficiency in MATLAB or Python for automation and data analysis.
• Deep understanding of RF and circuit design principles (acoustic, electromagnetic, transmission-line, and cavity-based approaches) and MEMS transduction mechanisms.
• Proven ability to act as a project lead or PI.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Interest in advancing national security technologies.
• Minimum of 3 years of semiconductor or MEMS design experience (preferred).

Technologies

• COMSOL
• MATLAB
• Python
• Finite Element Analysis (FEA)

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Relocation assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance