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.
This posting is for an existing vacancy.
Requisition ID: 77285
RF Lab Manager
The individual chosen for this position will be a member of an engineering team responsible for managing a Laboratory. Working with a talented team, you will collaborate across the site to identify and source new component needs, manage multiple calibration schedules, and ensure sufficient inventory of off-the-shelf lab supplies to support the team’s dynamic needs. The successful candidate will be an effective problem solver and a proactive process owner.
Responsibilities
Lab Training & Onboarding (New Hires and Existing Staff)
- Deliver recurring training for new and current engineers on lab rules, equipment-handling expectations, safety requirements, and ESD standards.
- Maintain and update lab documentation, quick‑start guides, and reference materials.
- Serve as the escalation point for lab‑usage concerns and troubleshooting.
Lab Infrastructure & Facilities Management
- Oversee lab space planning and organization.
- Coordinate with Facilities teams on renovations, expansions, reconfigurations, and electrical/HVAC modifications.
- Design and optimize lab layouts for efficiency, safety, and long‑term scalability.
- Lead efforts to standardize lab benches and workstations.
ESD Program Ownership
- Conduct quarterly ESD monitoring and assessments.
- Ensure proper grounding of benches and equipment.
- Enforce ESD compliance through routine audits, signage, and corrective actions.
- Coordinate ESD training for engineers, contractors, and visitors.
- Maintain ESD documentation and audit records.
Lab Safety & Compliance Leadership
- Manage chemical handling and disposal, including maintenance of SDS documentation.
- Maintain safety signage, procedures, and compliance records.
- Coordinate safety inspections, follow-ups, and corrective action plans.
Inventory & Equipment Management
- Manage inventory for small lab items and consumables.
- Oversee equipment loans, tracking, and return processes to ensure accountability and availability.
Additional Responsibilities
- Support correlation activities and other cross-team initiatives as required.
Required Experience and Skills
- Minimum of 6 years of relevant experience
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
- Proven experience managing inventory, equipment, or lab assets.
- Preferably has hands-on, practical experience in a lab or technical environment
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to optimize processes, improve efficiency, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
- Strong critical-thinking and problem solving skills, with a process oriented mindset.
- Ability to operate independently with minimal supervision while managing multiple priorities.
- An understanding of basic RF measurement equipment.
- Experience with the following tools is considered a strong asset:
- RF spectrum analyzers
- Vector network analyzers
- Multimeters
- Power meters
- RF amplifiers
- Power supplies
- Probe stations
- RF sources
- Understanding of RF component characteristics, performance trade offs, and application considerations
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The typical total targeted cash range for this role is currently CAD $92,555 - $120,322 per year. Starting compensation will depend on relevant experience and skills, training and education, business needs, market demands, and the ultimate job duties and requirements. Benefits include access to healthcare, a retirement plan company match, an employee stock purchase plan, paid time off, among others. Certain roles may also be 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, ancestry, place of origin, color, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, record of offences, marital status, family status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. We do not use artificial intelligence to screen or select applicants.
Skyworks welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. We are committed to accommodating the needs of people with disabilities and providing a workplace and recruitment process that is inclusive and accessible to all. Accommodations are available on request for candidates in all aspects of the selection process. Should you require accommodations during the recruitment process, please contact us at accommodations@skyworksinc.com. Any information received relating to accommodations will be treated as confidential.