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Applications Engineer RF Power

Comet


Job Location:

San Jose, CA - USA

Yearly Salary: USD 140000 - 155000
Posted: 29 September 2026 (Yesterday)
Application Deadline: 27 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

To complement our team we are looking for a customer- and teamoriented individual for our division Plasma Control Technologies at the San Josesite as a

Applications Engineer - RF Power

For over 75 years we have been following our curiosity. It drives us and has made Comet a leading Swiss technology company worldwide. Curiosity and the spirit of research have allowed us to become and remain innovative. For a better and sustainable world.

We develop and produce innovative high-tech components and systems based on X-ray and radio-frequency technology. Our developments make an important contribution to safer more efficient and more sustainable production mobility and communication.

In the Plasma Control Technologies (PCT) division we manufacture specialized components that are required for the precise control of plasma processes and are used in the production of memory chips or touch screens for sensors smartphones or tablets.

Summary:

  • Provide advanced RF engineering support for integration optimization and troubleshooting of RF Matching Networks RF Generators and related RF subsystems.
  • Utilize hands-on fabrication machining and mechanical engineering capabilities to support fixturing prototype development and practical problem- solving during customer tool integration.

What you will do:

  • Integrate RF subsystems into semiconductor manufacturing equipment and verify performance.
  • Perform RF characterization impedance matching and power delivery optimization.
  • Design modify or fabricate fixtures brackets mechanical interfaces and test assemblies to support lab evaluation or customer integration (including the operation of machine shop tools such as (mill lathe drill press band saw) for quick-turn prototyping.
  • Build assemble or modify mechanical components required for RF experiments or tool fit checks.
  • Conduct lab testing data analysis and troubleshooting including root-cause investigation combining RF and mechanical considerations.
  • Support pre-sales and post-sales efforts with technical presentations demonstrations and customer training.
  • Provide actionable customer feedback to R&D for both RF and mechanical interface improvements.
  • Generate documentation application notes build instructions and technical illustrations.
  • Provide on-site and remote customer support including hands-on adjustments and mechanical modifications.
  • Mentor junior engineers in both RF and practical fabrication techniques.

What you bring:

  • Bachelors or masters degree in electrical engineering RF Engineering Mechanical Engineering Mechatronics or related discipline.
  • 3 years of experience in RF applications or semiconductor equipment plus hands-on fabrication experience.
  • Practical machining or fabrication experience (milling turning CNC manual tools).
  • Familiarity with mechanical drawings tolerances GD&T and fixture design (preferred).
  • Understanding of Smith charts S-parameters RF circuit design and RF test fundamentals.
  • Experience with rapid prototyping fixturing or mechanical modification for testing environments (preferred).

The target salary range for this job is approximately $140000 to $155000 annually.

*Job summaries account for a range of qualifications skills and experience that can be considered. We

are committed to making fair and equitable job offers based on a number of factors including but not

limited to the job scope market conditions and candidate skill level and depth of experience.


Why join us Break new ground with us:

  • Work on innovative solutions for global technical challenges
  • Benefit from flexible working options
  • Take part in Comets success through profit sharing
  • Work with international colleagues and grow as a team
  • Enjoy our diverse educational and career opportunities
  • Enjoy a competitive compensation package with comprehensive benefits including medical dental and vision care tuition reimbursement a 401(k) plan and a generous paid-time-off package

We are curious about you and look forward to receiving your complete online application and will be happy to answer any questions you may have.

For this vacancy we only consider direct applications. Submissions from recruitment agencies will not be considered.

Comet Technologies USA Inc.
541 E. Trimble Road
San José CA 95131
United States
Experience:

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About Company

Comet is a globally leading Swiss technology firm. For more than 70 years, we have been developing and producing innovative high-tech components and systems based on x-ray and radio frequency. Consistently able to take advantage of global trends and developments, we grow continually.

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