Mgr, Design Engineering

Qorvo, Inc.; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Qorvo, Inc. in Apopka, FL, seeks a Filter Design Engineering Manager to lead RF filter designers in the development of BAW/SAW and other filters for wireless applications.

You will oversee multi‑chip modules and work across radar, GPS, space, and defense programs, balancing innovation with aggressive schedules. The role requires advanced electrical engineering degrees and 3+ years in acoustic filter design and design management, plus RF theory and tool familiarity (AWR Microwave Office, HFSS).

Qualifications

• PhD, master's or bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or physics.
• 3+ years direct acoustic filter design experience (BAW/SAW) preferred.
• 3+ years in design management for SAW/BAW filter design.
• Strong RF/Microwave theory knowledge.
• Experience with RF design tools (AWR/HFSS) is preferred.
• Understanding of microelectronics fabrication and high-volume manufacturing.
• Proven problem-solving skills and self-driven, energetic attitude.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of RF Filter Design Engineers for new product development and sustaining engineering.
• Provide leadership to align tactical work with strategic goals.
• Collaborate with Marketing, Applications, Test, Quality, PM, and Research teams.
• Analyze data and specifications to judge feasibility of proposals.
• Track progress and manage project budgets and schedules.
• Prepare weekly status reports and technical updates.
• Mentor team members and drive skill development and design knowledge.

Skills

RF theory

Acoustic design

Leadership

Mentoring

Education

PhD, Master’s or Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering or Physics

Tools

AWR Microwave Office

HFSS

Job description

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Experience Level: Management

Job Type: Regular

Location: Apopka, FL, US, 32703

Requisition ID: 10408

Qorvo (Nasdaq: QRVO) supplies innovative semiconductor solutions that make a better world possible. We combine product and technology leadership, systems-level expertise and global manufacturing scale to quickly solve our customers' most complex technical challenges. Qorvo serves multiple high-growth segments of large global markets, including consumer electronics, smart home/IoT, automotive, EVs, battery-powered appliances, network infrastructure, healthcare and aerospace/defense. Visitwww.qorvo.com to learn how our innovative team is helping connect, protect and power our planet.

SUMMARY

As a Filter Design Engineering Manager, you will lead a team of RF filter designers in the development of filter products using Bult Acoustic and Surface Acoustic Wave technologies, as well as non-acoustic filter technologies. Products include single function filters as well as multiple filters in integrated, multi-function, multi-chip modules, which may include other technologies such as GaN, GaAs, SOI, etc. The managed team supports a business unit focused on a variety of wireless communication applications, such as Radar, Electronic Warfare, GPS, Space, SatCom, Fixed Wireless, and other Defense or Wireless Infrastructure applications. Applying the latest RF design techniques and using Qorvo’s unique process portfolio makes it an exciting task to supply our customers with real added value from our components and modules. Balancing the needs of innovation and aggressive scheduling, the candidate will play a major role in growing Qorvo’s business.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage and lead a team of RF Filter Design Engineers to support new product development, as well as sustaining engineering
• Provide leadership and management of your Design Engineering team in support of both tactical and strategic organization goals
• Work closely with Product Marketing, Product, Applications, Test and Quality Engineering as well as Project Management and Research teams
• Analyze research data and proposed product specifications to determine feasibility of product proposals
• Confer with research personnel to clarify or resolve problems that arise during the development process
• Track progress of different ongoing projects to ensure timely completion
• Assist in the preparation of the departmental budgets
• Analyze test data and reports to determine if design meets functional and performance specifications
• Generate weekly status reports and technical program updates as needed
• Conduct yearly performance assessment, goal definition and increased individual team member skill development and design knowledge
• Continuously improve design flow, cycle time, and schedule.

QUALIFICATIONS

• PhD, master’s or bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or physics with a minimum of 3-8+ years of experience dependent upon degree
• 3+ years direct experience in acoustic design (BAW or SAW) is preferred.
• 3+ years of design management experience in Filter design, preferably in SAW and/or BAW
• Knowledge of RF/Microwave theory
• Knowledge of AWR-Microwave Office and HFSS design tools is preferred.
• Understanding of microelectronic fabrication and high-volume manufacturing is preferred.
• Proven problem-solving skills
• Self-driven, highly motivated and high energy individual.

WORK AUTHORIZATION

• US permanent residency (green card) or citizenship required.

JOB LOCATION

• This position is located in Apopka, Florida.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship by the Company.

MAKE A DIFFERENCE AT QORVO

We are Qorvo. We do more than create innovative RF and Power solutions for the mobile, defense and infrastructure markets – we are a place to innovate and shape the future of wireless communications. It starts with our employees. As a unified global team, we bring a commitment to excellence, growth and a passion for creating what's next. Explore the possibilities with us.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcome all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable law, including race, color, religion, sex (as defined by law), national origin, age, military or veteran status, genetic information, or disability.