Alana Salkeld

Microfabrication Process Engineer at Rakon

Alana Salkeld is a Microfabrication Process Engineer at Rakon since March 2020, with a robust background in electrical and electronics engineering. Prior experience includes roles as a Postdoctoral Researcher at both the University of Canterbury and the University of Michigan College of Engineering, focusing on the fabrication and characterization of electrical devices on metal oxide semiconductors. Alana's academic journey includes a PhD in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from the University of Canterbury, complemented by roles as a tertiary teaching assistant and student supervisor for outreach programs. Additionally, early career experiences include engineering student internships at Fisher & Paykel Appliances and SWITCHBUILD LIMITED, along with retail positions.

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Auckland, New Zealand

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Rakon

Rakon Limited is a technology company that designs and manufactures frequency control solutions. The Company's segments include NZ, UK, France, China-T'maker, India-Centum Rakon and Other. The Company's product range consists of low stability Crystal Oscillators (XO), Voltage Controlled Crystal Oscillators (VCXOs) and crystal products, through to high volume precision Temperature Compensated Crystal Oscillators (TCXOs), Oven Controlled Crystal Oscillators (OCXOs), Digital Pulse Compression Sub-Systems (DPCSS), Surface Acoustic Wave (SAW) oscillators and specialized products. It offers a product portfolio, including technology advanced products for the telecommunications, positioning, and space and defense markets. It has approximately six manufacturing plants, including over three joint venture plants and approximately eight research and development centers. Its subsidiaries include Rakon America LLC, Rakon Financial Services Limited and Rakon UK Holdings Limited, among others.


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501-1,000

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