SiTime Corporation, the market leader in MEMS (Microelectromechanical system oscillators) timing, expanded its global footprint to support its rapid growth with the opening of a new Center of Excellence at 2830 Baker Road in Dexter, Michigan.

A wholly owned subsidiary of MegaChips Corporation, SiTime said it offers MEMS-based silicon timing solutions that replace legacy quartz products.

"SiTime's mission is to solve the most difficult timing challenges for our customers," said Rajesh Vashist, CEO of SiTime. "To fulfil our mission, SiTime's strategy is to deliver leading-edge solutions by employing the best talent in communities that offer the highest quality of life.”

“Our Michigan Center is near many world-class universities. The rich talent pool in the region, especially in engineering, will help us accelerate our product development. Additionally, Michigan is at the forefront of connected and autonomous vehicle innovation, which is of strategic importance to SiTime. Our proximity and collaborative cooperation with the industry will extend our leadership in automotive timing solutions. We look forward to SiTime Michigan becoming a key contributor to our success,” Vashist said.

"The Ann Arbor region is a unique place where business intersects with advanced research, out-of-the-box thinkers, abundant financial resources, vibrant economic development and an immense talent pool," said Paul Krutko, President & CEO, Ann Arbor SPARK. "We are thrilled to work with SiTime to help them get settled and to find the talent that will fuel their continued growth, while further energizing our technology sector."