Hardware Systems Engineering Co-Op (Winter/Spring 2027)

Skyworks Solutions, Inc; Hillsboro (OR); On-site; USD 36,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Skyworks Solutions, Inc in Hillsboro, OR invites a Winter/Spring 2027 Hardware Systems Engineering Co-Op to work within the SOC and systems applications teams on RF and wireless audio hardware. This internship offers hands-on design review, bench testing, and collaboration with chip, software, and wireless teams, with opportunities to learn from world-class analog/digital designers.

You will gain exposure to RF testing, schematic capture, PCB layouts, and scripting in Python or LabVIEW,

Qualifications

• Must be an undergraduate or postgraduate student pursuing Electrical or Computer Engineering.
• Basic understanding of RF, microwave and wireless systems theory.
• Some knowledge of analog and mixed-signal electronic design.
• Proficient with MS Office and willing to learn company software.
• Strong communication and documentation skills; self-motivated.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and review board level electronic system designs, schematics and layouts.
• Interface with chip/SOC, software, and wireless teams.
• Support RF link validation including bench, field and wireless coexistence testing.
• Debug customer hardware and system performance issues.
• Perform RF bench testing and evaluate development hardware.

Skills

RF theory

Wireless systems

MS Office

Self-starter

Communication skills

Education

Electrical or Computer Engineering degree

Tools

Schematic capture

PCB layout tools

Job description

Job Title

Hardware Systems Engineering Co-Op (Winter/Spring 2027)

Job Location(s)

Hillsboro

Job Description

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 is a Winter/Spring co-op position (Jan - June 2027) for an engineering student who's interested in becoming a hardware systems engineer in the field of RF Engineering and Wireless Audio.

We at Skyworks AIS are a passionate and dedicated team of world-class analog, mixed-signal and digital designers committed to building the next generation of innovative ICs for wireless gaming and home audio applications. We believe that by working at Skyworks Solutions, you will be joining the brightest, most diverse and ambitious talent in the Semiconductor Industry. You will find a fast-paced environment with a strong focus on execution, global collaboration and the freedom to make meaningful contributions in a setting that encourages creativity and out-of-the-box thinking.

Responsibilities

• Your role will be within our SOC and systems applications teams.
• You will be involved in maintaining and reviewing board level electronic system designs, schematics, and layouts.
• You will interface with other engineering teams within the business unit, including our chip/SOC development team, our software development team and our wireless team.
• You will support RF Link validation including performing and automating bench, field, and wireless coexistence testing.
• You will help debug customer hardware and system performance issues.
• You will perform RF bench testing and evaluation of customer and Skyworks development hardware.

Required Experience and Skills

• Must be undergraduate or postgraduate student working towards an Electrical or Computer Engineering degree.
• Basic understanding of RF, microwave and wireless communication systems theory and technologies.
• Some knowledge of analog and mixed mode electronic design.
• Proficient in the use of MS Office (Excel and Word) and have an aptitude for quickly learning other company-specific software.
• Self-starter with a strong work ethic and love challenges. Ability to take ownership with moderate supervision and ask for help when needed.
• Good communication, organization, and documentation skills

Desired Experience and Skills

• Basic knowledge of digital data and audio transports (SPI, I2C, USB, I2S, UART)
• Experience using lab test equipment such as oscilloscope, DMM, DC power supplies, spectrum analyzer, etc.
• Prior experience with schematic capture and PCB layout tools.
• Developing software for automating audio tests, scripting using Python, C and LabVIEW is nice to have but not necessary.
• Experience with soldering SMT components.

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 [e-mail].