Principal RF Engineer

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Date: Dec 2, 2024

Location: Milpitas, CA, 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 value open communication, mutual trust, and respect. 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: 74690 

Principal RF Engineer

Our Space and Defense division in Milpitas is seeking a highly technical, motivated, and experienced Engineer for RF component development and design and RF circuit design support, specifically with expertise in component, circuit and system design for Receivers and Transmitters in High Reliability Aerospace and Defense applications.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITY: Designs, develops, modifies and evaluates electronic parts, components or integrated circuitry for electronic equipment and other hardware systems. Determines design approaches and parameters. Analyzes equipment to establish operating data, conducts experimental tests and evaluates results. Selects components and equipment based on analysis of specifications and reliability. May also review vendor capability to support product development.

 

Note: Due to the nature of the business, candidates need to be either US citizens or Green card holders to be considered for this position. 

 

Job Responsibilities:

  • In this hands-on leadership role, the RF Engineer will be responsible for planning, product development, analysis, simulation, characterization, verification, documentation, support, and release to production of RF component devices and front-end modules for wireless Defense and Space applications.
  • The Sr. RF Engineer will be a key contributor in defining and prioritizing our product roadmap and resulting engineering by interfacing with customers as well as business development, sales channels, and marketing.
  • Activities will include assessing product lines for technical capability to utilize in high-reliability markets, defining specifications, bench testing and characterization, packaging review, validation and verification, product optimization, and product release with support for production and manufacturing.
  • Must have the ability to schedule, manage and execute a project to meet deadlines and communicate program and technical goals to management and customers. 

Minimum requirements

  • BSEE required with 10+ years of experience in RF product development and design
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Demonstrated leadership skills
  • Excellent organization and supervisory skills
  • A passion to win/contribute
  • Ability to work and thrive in a team environment
  • High-Reliability product engineering experience and knowledge of MIL-PRF-38534 and MIL-PRF-38535 desirable

 

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The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is currently USD $126,500 - $241,700 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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