Engineering Technician Winter/Spring Co-Op
Date: Nov 5, 2025
Location: Newbury Park, 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 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: 76523
Description
As a Co-op at Skyworks Solutions, you will have the exciting opportunity to gain hands-on knowledge and experience in highly integrated RF circuits while working as part of the product development team. The successful candidate will work closely with design engineers to develop cutting edge RF modules used in mobile devices.
Our culture is designed to promote fast decision making, uninhibited sharing of best practices, and a sense of individual ownership, so we can create unparalleled products and respond quickly to customer needs. These values lead to business agility and customer centricity - essential ingredients for success.
Co-op duration January to June 2026
Responsibilities
Responsibilities include operating automated testers, running automated calibration routines, perform basic manual RF tests, evaluating standard RF devices, including but not limited to couplers, filters, duplexers, amplifiers, isolator, building fixtures, building RF test setups, building harnesses, mounting RF chips on evaluation boards using soldering iron and hot plate. Technician will review test results with engineers, make modification of prototypes and retest until performance meets specifications. Technician will take an active role in the development of products by making tuning decisions, participating in meetings, and being a team player.
Required Experience and Skills
- Associate Degree and above
- Ability to understand schematics and diagrams
- Experience with MS-Office and Windows OS
- Ability to interpret data, basic understanding of DC and RF data: voltage, current, power, insertion loss, return loss
- Excellent communication skills, ability to follow verbal and written instructions
- Excellent organizational skills
- Must have team-oriented attitude, accountability and ownership
Desired Experience and Skills
- Knowledge and hands on experience with RF test equipment: multi-meter, spectrum analyzer, VNA, oscilloscope, signal generators, power meter, power supplies, etc.
- Familiarity with handling RF chip devices in an ESD environment
- Soldering skills, experienced in using soldering iron, hot plate
- Proficiency in bench level/trouble shooting electronic equipment
- Assembly experience
- Preferably with some knowledge with C/C++ or similar
The typical pay range for an Engineering intern across the U.S. is currently USD $26.00 - $47.50 per hour and for a Non-Engineering intern across the U.S. is currently USD $22.50 - $42.00 per hour. Starting pay will depend on level of education, the ultimate job duties and requirements, and work location. Skyworks has different pay ranges for different work locations in the U.S.
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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Nearest Secondary Market: Oxnard
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