Principal MMIC Design Engineer

Qorvo, Inc.; Richardson (TX); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Qorvo, Inc. is seeking a Principal MMIC Design Engineer in Richardson, TX to lead MMIC projects using GaN and GaAs technologies. You will drive design, verification, and integration of RF/microwave modules within a cross-functional team across marketing, programs, and manufacturing.

The role emphasizes mentorship, publication, and patent activity, with responsibilities spanning concept through production in a demanding, government-led environment.

Qualifications

• BS Electrical Engineering with 12+ years of experience.
• MS Electrical Engineering with 10+ years of experience.
• PhD Electrical Engineering (RF/Microwave focus) with 6+ years of experience.
• Strong written and oral communication skills and leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Technical lead role for MMIC based product development.
• MMIC design using linear/nonlinear models and 2.5D/3D EM simulators.
• Integrate MMICs into single or multichip modules.
• Manage product checkout, optimization, and DVT in Microwave Lab.
• Execute DVT analysis and present results to customers.
• Support product through lifecycle stages from concept to production.
• Mentor others in design concepts and best practices.
• Publish novel design work and submit invention disclosures for patents.

Skills

MMIC design

GaN/GaAs

FET behavior

ADS/MWO

EM simulators (2.5D/3D)

Microwave measurements

Education

BS Electrical Engineering (12+ yrs)

MS Electrical Engineering (10+ yrs)

PhD Electrical Engineering (RF/Microwave) (6+ yrs)

Tools

ADS

Microwave Office (MWO)

SONNET

Axiem

Momentum

HFSS

Job description

Principal MMIC Design Engineer

Experience Level: Professional

Job Type: Regular

Location: Richardson, TX, US, 75081

Requisition ID: 10315

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. Visit www.qorvo.com to learn how our innovative team is helping connect, protect and power our planet.

Principal MMIC Design Engineer for the World’s Premier Compound Semiconductor Company

Qorvo is all around you! We make a better world possible by providing innovative Radio Frequency (RF) solutions at the center of connectivity. We combine product and technology leadership, systems‑level expertise and global manufacturing scale to quickly solve our customers’ most complex technical challenges.

Through innovation and market leadership, we have established our technology and product leadership in Gallium Nitride (GaN), expanding its use from defense radar and electronic warfare to commercial markets including 5G base stations and broadband cable networks.

We are looking for a Principal MMIC designer responsible for the development of innovative, leading‑edge GaN and GaAs‑based RF/Microwave products. This will involve design and development of MMIC‑based RF/Microwave products using advanced GaN and/or GaAs technologies. Depending on experience, a significant portion of time could involve mentoring other team members in contributing new design ideas. You will be a key member of an integrated product development team that includes marketing, program management, mechanical engineering, product engineering, package engineering, test engineering, applications engineering, manufacturing, operations, quality and reliability, and senior management.

• Technical lead role for MMIC based product development.
• MMIC design using linear and nonlinear models and 2.5D and 3D electromagnetic simulators.
• Integrate MMIC(s) into single or multichip modules.
• Manage product checkout, optimization, and design verification testing (DVT) in the Microwave Lab.
• Execute DVT analysis and present results to the internal and/or external customer.
• Support product through critical lifecycle stages including concept/feasibility, development, qualification, and production.
• Mentor others in design concepts and best practices.
• Publish novel design work internally or externally (IMS, BCICTS, GOMAC, etc.) to promote Qorvo’s technology and design capabilities. Submit invention disclosures for potential patents where applicable.

Required Technical Skills and Experience

• Recent and relevant experience designing microwave/millimeter‑wave MMIC amplifiers, switches, phase shifters, attenuators, time‑delay units (TDUs), hybrid multichipmodules, or transmit/receive front‑end modules (FEMs).
• Experience in advanced III‑V compound semiconductor technologies, specifically GaN and GaAs.
• Expert‑level understanding of FET behavioral characteristics is desired.
• Expert‑level user of either ADS or Microwave Office (MWO) nonlinear simulators; and one or more of the following 2.5D or 3D EM simulation tools: SONNET, Axiem, Momentum, or HFSS.
• Strong understanding of microwave measurements and calibration methods: S‑parameters, power, efficiency, source/load pull, noise figure, linearity, and intermodulation distortion.
• Strong written and oral communication skills with the ability to concisely summarize highly technical concepts.

Desired Experiences

• Design of high‑performance millimeter‑wave GaAs or GaN MMIC power amplifiers with simultaneous power, bandwidth, efficiency, and linearity requirements.
• SiGe and/or CMOS‑based RFIC/MMIC, analog, and mixed signal design experience is a plus.
• Published author in technical journals and/or magazines.
• Strong ability to meet customer technical needs and schedules.

Required Education & Experience

• BS Electrical Engineering with 12 or more years of experience.
• MS Electrical Engineering with 10 or more years of experience.
• PhD Electrical Engineering (with RF/Microwave focus) with 6 or more years of experience.

Work Location

Preferred location: Richardson, TX; or other options available pending candidate’s experience.

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

This position requires work on US Government contracts. Applicants must be a US Person (US citizen, permanent resident, asylee or refugee).

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.