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Senior Physicist
R&D

Position

R&D

Employment Type

Job Description

The Physics and Electro-Optics Group is looking for a Senior Physics Engineer reporting to Detector Physics team Leader in the physics Department

Role and Responsibilities:

The Physicist will be part of a team dedicated to IR-detector development in the physics group. He will participate to the conception and development of detectors and accompany its development through the different stages of the projects from conception to inception at customer’s. The physicist will also support the production line and should provide insights from physics perspective to the different functions of the company during the project development: Process teams, material growth, VLSI, Electronics, Mechanics, Marketing. The physicist should will have a system view of the detector with capability to understand the underlying physics process at material level, VLSI, and system level.

The position includes important part of experimental work in laboratory environment, simulations development, data analysis and regular reports to management and project development team.

The lead physicist should demonstrate important autonomy and leadership capabilities.

Background requirements:

Phd in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Electro-Optics, Aeronautical Engineering or related field in engineering.
Msc Candidate with relevant background, achievement and excellent record
At least 3-5 years of relevant experience, an advantage
Strong technical experience in at least two of the following fields:
Semi-conductors, Solid State Physics, Electro-Optics Devices, Lasers, Image Processing, Optics, Simulations, data analysis.

Skillset Requirements:

Proficiency in Matlab is mandatory, Python a strong advantage
Excellent Analytical Skills with Data-Driven Mindset
Creativity and critical thinking
System view
Demonstrated achievement in leading innovation change
Demonstrated leadership capabilities is an important advantage
Excellent communication and presentation skills – MUST
Excellent teamwork and interpersonal skills – MUST
Multi-tasking capabilities

Location: Misgav (Near Karmiel)

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טכנאי/ת פיתוח תהליך
R&D

Position

R&D

Employment Type

Job Description

לחברת SCD המפתחת ומייצרת גלאים לראיית לילה וממוקמת במשגב (ליד כרמיאל) דרוש/ה טכנאי/ת פיתוח תהליכי מיקרואלקטרוניקה.

התפקיד כולל:

עבודה בצוות תהליכי פיתוח טכנולוגיות.

עבודה החל משלבים ראשוניים לבניית תהליכים, פיתוח תהליכים בתחום פוטו, יבשים ורטובים, הרצת ניסיונות פיתוח על מגוון מכונות מהמחלקות השונות.

מעקב ותיעוד אחר תהליכים, מדידות וביצוע אנליזות.

העבודה מתבצעת בחדר נקי.

דרישות:

ניסיון של 5 שנים ומעלה כמפעיל/ת קו בתחום של מיקרואלקטרוניקה- הכרחי.

ניסיון בתהליכים יבשים/רטובים/פוטו- חובה .

אנגלית ובעברית ברמת קריאה וכתיבה- חובה

נדרשת נכונות לביצוע שעות נוספות.

יכולת למידה גבוהה, יכולת הכלה של מידע רב ומספר רב של משימות במקביל.

סדר וארגון.

התמודדות עם משימות לא שגרתיות והוצאתן לפועל.

עבודת צוות ושיתוף במידע.

אקטיביות- לקיחת אחריות על תהליכים “ראש גדול” של הוצאה לפועל של תהליכים.

יכולת של ריכוז גבוה והתעמקות בנושאים שונים.

רצון ומוטיבציה ללמידה ולפיתוח תהליך

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Mixed-Signal Test & Validation Engineer (IR ROIC)
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Position

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Employment Type

Job Description

Scd is Hiring Mixed-Signal Test & Validation Engineer (IR ROIC)

Job Title: Mixed-Signal Test & Validation Engineer (IR ROIC)

Location: SCD Bar-Lev site

Job Type: Full-Time

Job Description:

We are looking for a hands-on Test & Validation (post silicon) Engineer to join our VLSI design group, focusing on Infrared Readout Integrated Circuits (IR ROICs).

This role sits at the intersection of circuit design, silicon validation, and system-level characterization. You will work closely with analog and mixed-signal designers to ensure testability is built into the design from early stages, and later take ownership of silicon bring-up, validation, and electro-optical characterization.

Responsibilities:

Define and drive DfT for analog/mixed-signal: observability, controllability, test modes, and measurement access
Contribute in design/layout reviews to ensure testability; define validation strategy pre–tape-out
Lead first silicon bring-up; execute block and full-chip validation; debug with design teams
Plan and run characterization across PVT and modes; analyze noise, linearity, DR; correlate sim ↔ silicon
Collaborate with Physics/System teams on electro-optical and radiometric performance of the hybridized ROIC
Build and maintain lab setups; develop automation (Python) for data acquisition and analysis; document methods/results
Perform failure analysis and debug issues to identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
Document test results, methodologies, and procedures for future reference.
Stay updated with the latest advancements in VLSI testing technologies and methodologies.

Qualifications:

Sc. in Electrical Engineering
5+ years in silicon validation / mixed-signal test / lab characterization
Proven experience owning silicon bring-up and leading debug to root cause
Understanding of analog and mixed-signal circuits (biasing, noise, signal chains)
Experience working closely with design teams (schematic/layout awareness, design reviews)
Hands-on expertise with lab equipment: oscilloscopes, SMUs, signal generators, data acquisition systems
Strong debug methodology under ambiguous conditions (first silicon, partial functionality)
Experience with test automation (Python or similar) for measurement and data analysis

Advantages:

Experience with image sensors / IR ROICs / detector-based systems
Familiarity with low-noise and precision measurement techniques
Experience in mixed-signal IC validation (ADC/DAC, analog front-end chains, bias systems)
Understanding of PVT characterization and variability effects
Exposure to electro-optical measurements and radiometric performance analysis
Familiarity with Cadence/Synopsys for design context

Benefits:

Professional development opportunities and continuous learning.
Flexible work hours and remote work options.
Opportunity to work on advanced IR sensing technologies with real-world impact
True contribution to future and safety of Israel.

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Program Manager- RBU Israel
General

Position

General

Employment Type

Job Description

לחברת SCD המפתחת ומייצרת גלאים לראיית לילה דרוש/ה מנהל/ת תוכנית ל: Israel Regional Business Unit

תיאור התפקיד

• ניהול תוכניות בהן יש חוזה/הזמנת לקוח להספקת מוצרים המיוצרים באופן סדרתי ו/או פיתוח מוצרים חדשים תחת חוזה/הזמנת פיתוח .

• סיוע למנהל השיווק בגיבוש הצעות המחיר טרם קבלת ההזמנה לרבות עבודה מול הלקוח ובתוך החברה לרבות בניית SOW בהזמנות פיתוחוזאת עמ”נ להבטיח עמידה בתנאים החוזיים וביעדים העסקיים של העסקה.

• אחריות על ביצוע התוכנית בזמן ובעלות הנדרשים, ריכוז פתרון בעיות, הקמת צוותים ייעודיים לטיפול, ניהול שגרות מובנות למול המו”פ והתפעול (הנדסה, ייצור, תפ”י ורכש), מעקב וניהול התוכנית.

• מעקב וקידום טיפול באירועי איכות ואחר קצב החזרת מוצרים תקולים וייזום פעילות משפרת ומתקנת

• יוזמה ביצירת הזדמנויות עסקיות חדשות

מיקום המשרה- פארק התעשייה בר לב

דרישות:

B.Sc/M.Sc הנדסת חשמל/אלקטרוניקה/מכונות/פיזיקה

5 שנות ניסיון בפיתוח

5 שנות ניסיון ומעלה כמנהל/ת פרויקט/מוצר/Account Manager/מהנדס/ת אפליקציה

ניסיון בחברות מולטידיסיפלינריות – חובה

ניסיון בעבודה מטריציונית- חובה

ניסיון בעבודה מול לקוחות- חובה

אנגלית ברמה גבוהה

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Research Physicist
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Position

R&D

Employment Type

Job Description

The Physics and Electro-Optics Group at SCD is looking for a Research Physicist reporting to Director of Physics and Electro-Optics.

Role and Responsibilities:

The Research Physicist will be part of the Physics R&D Group, working with a team of scientists on a variety of projects in Infrared Detector and Laser Diode technologies. The remit will include the development of modelling, in particular, of IR detectors at pixel level with semiconductor and optical simulations. The successful candidate is also expected to provide theoretical expertise and guidance to members of the Physics R&D Group.

Specific responsibilities will also include:

Accompany development projects with simulation and modelling support
Contribute to development of analytical solutions to complex problems
Collaborate actively with other disciplines and groups in the organization, providing feedback and support from a physics perspective
Closely cooperate with other physicists in the Physics Group
Conduct experimental measurements in a laboratory environment and characterize devices to improve agreement between simulation and experiment
Contribute to Physics Group strategy development
Adhere to high quality standards and attention to detail in reporting and presentation of results

Background requirements:

PhD in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Electro-Optics / Optoelectronics or a related field in science and engineering
Very strong theoretical background and analytical skills
An MSc-qualified candidate with a relevant background, exceptional achievement and excellent track record may be considered
At least 3-5 years of relevant experience
Solid technical experience in at least three of the following fields:
Semiconductors, Solid State Physics, Electro-Optics, Optoelectronic Devices, Semiconductor Lasers, Device Simulation, Data Analysis.

Skillset Requirements:

Proficiency in Matlab is mandatory, Python an advantage

Simulation experience using industry-grade software-advantage

Outstanding analytical skills with a data-driven mindset

Creativity and critical thinking

Holistic view of problems at system level
Demonstrated achievement in leading innovation and change
Convincing leadership capabilities
Strong presentation skills and ability to create high-quality visualization of results and trends

Excellent teamwork, communication and interpersonal skills

Extensive multi-tasking capabilities
Ability to work under pressure and to rigid deadlines

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R&D Project Manager
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Position

R&D

Employment Type

Job Description

לחברת SCD המפתחת ומייצרת גלאים לראיית לילה וממוקמת במשגב דרוש/ה מנהל/ת פרויקט גלאים.

• ניהול מטריציוני של צוות עבודה מקצועי.

• ניהול פרויקטי פיתוח בכל השלבים מתחילת הפיתוח ועד סופו, תוך עמידה בלוחות זמנים, תקציב ומפרט איכות, כולל קביעת עדיפויות, פתרון בעיות טכניות וניהוליות

• הנדסת מערכת של המוצר המפותח, בכלל זה הגדרת דרישות, אישור מפרטים וקבלת החלטות טכניות

• הגדרת מפרט המוצר ותכולות הפרויקט, תוך שיתוף פעולה עם מנהל התוכנית, מנהל המוצר, הלקוח וקבוצות מקצועיות באגף המו”פ.

• קשר טכני שוטף עם הלקוח לאורך הפרויקט

• גיבוש תכנית עבודה מפורטת (גאנט), כולל ניהול סיכונים.

• ניהול פיננסי שוטף של הפרויקט ודיווח שוטף להנהלה.

דרישות התפקיד:

יחסי אנוש טובים וניסיון בניהול מהנדסים בעבודה מטריציונית

• B.Sc בהנדסת חומרים/כימיה/פיזיקה/ חשמל/מחשבים – חובה

M.Sc/MBA יהווה יתרון משמעותי

5 שנות ניסיון לפחות, בפיתוח תהליכי Semiconductors גלאים/מוצרים מולטידיספלינאריים -חובה

4שנות ניסיון ומעלה כמנהל/ת פרוייקט/מהנדס/ת מערכת – חובה

ניסיון בניהול תקציב, לו”ז, גאנטים, עבודה מול ממשקים – חובה

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    - IR Search & Track
    - Missile Warning System
    - Persistent Surveillance
    - Situational Awareness
  - HLS
    - Perimeter SecuritySCD’s high-end, XBn (HOT) and InSb detectors were specially developed for applications where 24/7 operation is a must. These cooled detectors are successfully integrated into Perimeter Security systems thanks to their superior performance, high reliability and endurance to harsh environmental conditions.
    - Long Range SurveillanceSCD’s detectors are used in long range surveillance thermal cameras. Thanks to the detectors’ high resolution imaging, these cameras are successfully used in any environment from heavy fog to complete darkness and for 24/7 situational awareness and long-range recognition and identification of targets.
    - Public Safety & TransportationThermal cameras are one of the most suitable solutions for making public transportation safer. Public transportation passengers rely on trains, metros or trams to bring them safely and timely to their destination and accidents caused by fire or objects lying on secured areas (areas which should be free of objects) can lead to delays as well as severe personal damage. Thermal imaging cameras can detect many of these incidents in time and therefore help public transportation operators take the appropriate measures in advance. SCD’s wide portfolio of cooled and uncooled detectors, cover the entire infrared spectrum and are consistently integrated into these cameras in order to improve the everyday public safety of transportation.
    - Border & Coastal Security
    - Critical Infrastructure Protection
    - Fire Detection
    - Law Enforcement
  - Missile
    - Missile SeekersSCD’s Pelican-D JT is an MWIR detector specially designed for missile applications. The FPA is InSb based, having a digital Readout Integrated Circuit (ROIC) in a format of 640 x 512 with 15μm pitch. Pelican-D JT has a unique structure of Dewar which enables very fast cool down time and hence quick mission readiness using a Joule-Thomson (JT) cooler. Due to the low heat load on the focal plane, the detector achieves long mission duration, a basic requirement for missile applications.
  - Land
    - Armor Vehicles & MBTsSCD’s cooled and uncooled detectors have been integrated into different military applications for over forty years. Thanks to SCD’s battle proven experience, SCD’s SWIR, MWIR and LWIR detectors have been successfully integrated into different armor vehicle applications, such as gunner sights, commander sights, driver night enhancement systems, remote weapon systems and more.
    - Counter Drone SystemsSCD’s low SWaP detectors are now integrated into counter drone systems that detect, locate, track, identify and defeat small UAVs. Counter drone systems provide the right solution to combat the growing threat of hostile drones and near-peer air threats thanks to SCD’s MWIR detectors.
    - Driver Vision EnhancementSCD’s uncooled detectors (SWIR and VOX Bolometers) are used in driver vision enhancement systems to enhance a driver’s viewing capabilities while operating during degraded visual conditions, such as darkness, fog, smoke or dust. These systems are mainly used in armored vehicles, providing their drivers with full visibility so they can safely maneuver their vehicles in battlefields full of obstacles and/or at low visual conditions.
    - DronesFor many years, Semi Conductor Devices has developed tens of thousands of SWIR, MWIR and LWIR detectors, which are already deployed in military and commercial drones. SCD’s low SWaP cooled and uncooled detectors are specially designed for integration in portable systems where low weight, size and power are required.
    - Hand Held Thermal ImagersFor over forty years, Semi Conductor Devices has developed and manufactured tens of thousands of SWIR, MWIR and LWIR detectors, which have been integrated into Hand Held Thermal Imagers. SCD’s low SWaP cooled and uncooled detectors are specially designed for integration into portable systems where low weight, size and power are required.
    - Long Range SurveillanceSCD’s detectors are used in long range surveillance thermal cameras. Thanks to the detectors’ high resolution imaging, these cameras are successfully used in any environment from heavy fog to complete darkness and for 24/7 situational awareness and long-range recognition and identification of targets.
    - Missile Warning SystemSCD’s SWIR, MWIR and LWIR detectors are successfully used in Missile Warning Systems (MWS) to enable detection of attacking missiles. Advanced missile warning systems and countermeasures against IR-guided missiles have become critical for survivability and this is why Semi Conductor Devices has developed infrared detector technology for the entire spectral range, to meet every MWS requirement.
    - ReconnaissanceSCD’s SWIR, MWIR and LWIR detectors have been integrated into thermal imagers and military targeting devices for use at reconnaissance and target land missions. Thanks to the high-resolution infrared detectors, it is possible to accurately observe surroundings, both during day and night, and identify potential threats at an early stage.
    - Remote Weapon SightSCD’s cooled and uncooled infrared detectors are used in remote weapon sight systems which are mounted in different armored vehicles. The highest performance of SCD’s detectors enable the remote weapon sights to perform military missions at night or during adverse weather conditions and to operate under extreme conditions of shock and vibration.
    - Situational AwarenessSCD’s low SWaP detectors are successfully used in situational awareness systems which are the perfect solution for search and rescue missions because they can rapidly gather information from inaccessible or unsafe locations, thus increasing safety and rapidity of interventions. Thanks to the low weight, size and power of these detectors, Semi Conductor Devices provides the ultimate solution for both, low SWaP and high-end systems used for situational awareness missions.
  - Naval
    - IR Search & TrackThousands of SCD’s cooled and uncooled detectors are used in search and track applications for detecting and tracking objects which emit infrared radiation. Unlike radars, infrared search and track systems (IRST) are totally passive, insensitive to jamming, and guarantee absolute discretion for land missions.
    - Long Range SurveillanceSCD’s detectors are used in long range surveillance thermal cameras. Thanks to the detectors’ high resolution imaging, these cameras are successfully used in any environment from heavy fog to complete darkness and for 24/7 situational awareness and long-range recognition and identification of targets.
    - Missile Warning SystemSCD’s SWIR, MWIR and LWIR detectors are successfully used in Missile Warning Systems (MWS) to enable detection of attacking missiles. Advanced missile warning systems and countermeasures against IR-guided missiles have become critical for survivability and this is why Semi Conductor Devices has developed infrared detector technology for the entire spectral range, to meet every MWS requirement.
    - ReconnaissanceSCD’s SWIR, MWIR and LWIR detectors have been integrated into thermal imagers and military targeting devices for use at reconnaissance and target naval missions. Thanks to the high-resolution infrared detectors, it is possible to accurately observe surroundings, both during day and night, and identify potential threats at an early stage.
    - Remote Weapon SightSCD’s cooled and uncooled infrared detectors are used in remote weapon sight systems which are mounted in different armored vehicles. The highest performance of SCD’s detectors enable the remote weapon sights to perform military missions at night or during adverse weather conditions and to operate under extreme conditions of shock and vibration.
    - Situational AwarenessSCD’s low SWaP detectors are successfully used in situational awareness systems which are the perfect solution for search and rescue missions because they can rapidly gather information from inaccessible or unsafe locations, thus increasing safety and rapidity of interventions. Thanks to the low weight, size and power of these detectors, Semi Conductor Devices provides the ultimate solution for both, low SWaP and high-end systems used for situational awareness missions.
- Commercial
  - Aviation SafetySCD has been a market leader in the field of cooled and uncooled detectors used in Enhanced Vision Systems (EVS) for Aviation Safety. These systems allow aircraft to safely land and takeoff in adverse weather conditions such as fog, snow or heavy rain.
  - Furnace Temperature MappingOne of SCD’s commercial applications of SWIR and LWIR uncooled detectors is furnace temperature mapping. By using thermal infrared cameras it is possible to establish a temperature mapping model which helps to measure the molten iron temperature. The temperature measurement of blast furnace (BF) molten iron is a mandatory requirement in the iron-making process, and the molten iron temperature is significant in estimating the molten iron quality and control blast furnace condition.
  - Gas Leak DetectionSCD’s cooled and uncooled detectors have been successfully integrated into thermal cameras used for detecting gas leakage which the human eye can’t see. If gas leakage isn’t discovered early, companies could face not only financial losses, but also negative environmental impact and personnel safety issues.
  - Hyperspectral ImagingSCD’s SWIR detectors are successfully used in hyperspectral imaging applications in order to obtain the spectrum for each pixel in the image of a scene, with the purpose of finding objects, identifying materials, or detecting processes.
  - Industrial InspectionsSCD’s cooled and uncooled detectors are integrated into thermal cameras for use in Industrial inspections. These cameras are powerful, non-invasive tools that can be used to monitor and diagnose problems in a variety of industrial systems. Any system that generates heat can be observed with the camera and fluctuations in that heat can indicate potential problems such as loss of energy, a damaged component or areas in need of maintenance.
  - Laser Beam ProfilerWith many years of development experience, SCD has become an established supplier of high-power laser bar and stack products in a broad wavelength range from 750 nm to 1100 nm, primarily for DPSSL Pumping Applications. Built upon SCD’s RobustHead™ Packaging Technology and proprietary chip design, our laser diode arrays can be assembled in different configurations for QCW operation with peak powers in the kilowatt range. Special designs are available for CW operation and high-quality beam collimation with precision optics.
  - MedicalAbnormal body temperature is a natural indicator of illness. Infrared thermography is a fast, non-contact and non-invasive alternative method for monitoring body temperature and to map body surface temperature remotely. Infrared thermography has been successfully used in the diagnosis of breast cancer, diabetes neuropathy and peripheral vascular disorders. It has also been used to detect problems associated with gynecology, kidney transplantation, dermatology, heart, neonatal physiology, fever screening and brain imaging. SCD’s detectors provide a perfect solution to thermal cameras which are intended to be used on medical applications.
  - Non Destructive TestingSCD’s unmatched portfolio of SWIR, MWIR and LWIR cooled and uncooled detectors are integrated into thermal cameras for use in non-destructive testing. These cameras are powerful, non-invasive tools that can be used to monitor and diagnose problems in a variety of industrial systems. Any system that generates heat can be observed with the camera and fluctuations in that heat can indicate potential problems such as loss of energy, a damaged component or areas in need of maintenance.
  - Semiconductor InspectionsSCD’s SWIR and MWIR detectors are integrated into thermal cameras used for semiconductor inspection. These cameras are powerful, non-invasive tools that can be used to detect physical defects and particles on wafers.
  - ThermographySCD’s cooled and uncooled detectors have been successfully integrated into thermography cameras which help detect failures in equipment which are signaled by heat patterns in the infrared spectrum and are not visible to the human eye.
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