Staff RF Engineer

2 days ago


Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States Skyworks Solutions Full time
About Skyworks Solutions

Skyworks Solutions is a leading innovator of high-performance analog semiconductors, powering the wireless networking revolution. Our broad technology expertise and extensive product portfolio enable us to connect everyone and everything, all the time.

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced RF Engineer to join our Cedar Rapids design team. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for designing multi-chip modules, power amplifiers, and low noise amplifiers. You will work closely with our multi-discipline team to develop cutting-edge products for global markets.

Responsibilities
  • Participate in all phases of product development, including product definition, architecture, system budget, transistor-level circuit design, MCM design, layout/layout supervision, lab debug, and production support.
  • Drive the front-end design and work with a multi-discipline team to develop PA, RF switches, LNA, acoustic filters to achieve optimum module performance for the high volume and fast-paced cellular handset market.
  • Interact with customers to provide Pin I/O, size, performance spec, and suggest solutions.
  • Own floor-planning, including module pinouts, package size, signal flows plan, package technology, link budget, etc.
  • Take the lead on new technology/architecture suggestions with comprehensive and accurate analysis.
  • Drive front-end module design methodologies to improve accuracy and efficiency.
  • Drive the module design review and tapeout.
  • Get involved and support new package technology development.
  • Engage in EDA design tool development.
Qualifications
  • Strong understanding of RF/microwave fundamentals, including impedance matching, passive RLC and resonant circuits, noise, linearity, circuit stability, and Electromagnetic theory.
  • Solid understanding of module building blocks, including Power Amplifiers, Low Noise Amplifiers, RF Switches, and Couplers, Filters, and Multi-Chip Module.
  • Relevant experience in multi-chip module (MCM), PA, LNA, RF switch design, or passive circuit design, such as integrated passive devices, couplers, BAW/SAW filters, and baluns.
  • Strong circuit simulation skills utilizing Agilent ADS, 2.5/3D EM tools, such as ADS Momentum/EMX, HFSS, and Cadence, and ability to translate between the model, simulation, physical implementation, and measured performance.
  • Basic lab skills in data collection/analysis, lab debug/tuning, and product troubleshooting.
  • A self-starter and team player with strong desire to learn on the job, strong desire and commitment to take product from concept to volume production.
  • Good communication skills, both verbal and written, and logic/reasoning skills, capable of breaking down complex problems, setting priorities, reporting progress, and executing to schedule.
  • Masters Degree in Electrical Engineering + 6 years' experience or PhD + 3 years.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Good understanding of RF systems and familiarity with wireless standards, including 3GPP cellular 2/3/4/5G/LTE, WiFi, GPS, Bluetooth.
  • Solid understanding of device and process technologies.
  • Experience in system architecture, circuit topology, and MCM floorplan.
  • Experience in FEM product development and customer interaction.
  • Good understanding of acoustic filters, such as SAW, BAW filters.
  • Experience in co-sim of multiple technologies, such as digital, analog, and RF circuit.
  • Familiarity with lab instruments, including Network Analyzers, Spectrum Analyzers, Signal Generators, RF Probe Stations, Noise Figure Analyzers, and Load-pull Tuners.
Benefits

Skyworks Solutions offers a competitive salary range of $110,600 - $210,600 per year, depending on relevant experience and skills, training and education, business needs, market demands, the ultimate job duties and requirements, and work location. Benefits include access to healthcare benefits, a 401(k) plan and company match, an employee stock purchase plan, paid time off, and others. Employees are eligible to participate in an incentive plan, and certain roles are also eligible for additional awards, including recognition and stock.

Skyworks Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.


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