Technical Director

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Date: Mar 31, 2025

Location: Andover, MA, US

Company: Skyworks

 

If you are looking for a challenging and exciting career in the world of technology, then look no further. Skyworks is an innovator of high-performance analog semiconductors whose solutions are powering the wireless networking revolution. Through our broad technology expertise and one of the most extensive product portfolios in the industry, we are Connecting Everyone and Everything, All the Time.

 

At Skyworks, you will find a fast-paced environment with a strong focus on global collaboration, minimal layers of management, and the freedom to make meaningful contributions in a setting that encourages creative thinking. We are excited about the opportunity to work with you and glad you want to be part of a team of talented individuals who together are changing the way the world communicates.

Requisition ID: 75310 

Job Description

Skyworks Inc. is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Radio Systems Engineering Lead to join our innovative team. We are seeking a seasoned engineer to lead the analysis and help architect radio systems of multiple wireless market segments. The candidate will work with their cross functional leads, within and outside of the business unit to take projects from initial definition, through design implementation cycles, and launch the projects to mass production.

 

The candidate will be responsible to guide the balance between creativity and design risk management while working closely with the advanced technology team to plan out the technology roadmap.  You will be responsible for advancing our Radio ecosystem that includes RF Front-End Modules (RF-FEM), RF and antenna systems, Automotive, IoT, SatCom and Space & Defense solutions.  Mentoring is a key cornerstone of Skyworks’ culture, as senior member of the technical community, you are expected to mentor junior members of the team.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the Product Definition of new designs to achieve best-in-class performance/cost trade-off
  • Interface definitions of the RF Front-End and peripheral components such as antenna systems and control circuitry
  • Define customer needs and requirements.
  • Providing technical support and guidance to team members
  • Educating the team and company on System Architectural nuances
  • Design, control, and implement electrical systems and products.
  • Manage engineering projects and deliver them on time.
  • Collaborate with engineers and technicians to design and apply new system processes.
  • Perform quality and performance analysis on new and legacy RF sub-systems
  • Examine needs for new equipment, calculate costs, and assist in preparing budgets
  • Lead Brainstorming sessions targeted to advance the system architecture state-of-the-art

Required Experience and Skills

  • MSc (PhD preferred) in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Electromagnetics or related subject
  • 10 years industry experience
  • Hands on design experience in designing multiple RF and mmWave products
  • Low to high power PAs; LNAs; Switches; IPDs
  • Packaged laminate module design
  • Extensive expertise in mathematical modelling tools such as MatLab.
  • Extensive expertise in circuit and EM simulation tools such as ADS, HFSS, Method-of-Moments,..
  • Hands-on RF and mmWave measurement and calibration techniques
  • In depth experience with RF and mmWave measurement equipment (e.g. Spectrum Analyzers, Vector Network Analyzers, Oscilloscopes, etc..)
  • Strong analytical approach and research methods
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills

Desired Experience and Skills

  • Antenna Design experience
  • Over-the-Air antenna measurements
  • In-depth knowledge of Bias circuits for , Signal Processing, and Micro-electronics.
  • Ability to perform risk assessments and ensure compliance with safety standards and electrical engineering codes
     

 

The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is currently USD $166,600 - $333,100 per year. Starting base pay will depend on relevant experience and skills, training and education, business needs, market demands, the ultimate job duties and requirements, and work location. Skyworks has different base pay ranges for different work locations in the U.S. Benefits include access to healthcare benefits (including a premium-free medical plan option), a 401(k) plan and company match, an employee stock purchase plan, paid time off (including vacation, sick/wellness, parental leave), among others. Employees are eligible to participate in an incentive plan, and certain roles are also eligible for additional awards, including recognition and stock. These incentives and awards are based on individual and/or company performance. 

 

Skyworks 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. Skyworks strives to create an accessible workplace; if you need an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at accommodations@skyworksinc.com.


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