Principal Power Management Apps Engineer

Skyworks; Richardson (TX); On-site; USD 123,000 - 255,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k) match

Employee stock purchase plan

Paid time off

Incentive plan

Stock awards

Job summary

Skyworks Solutions, Inc. in Richardson, TX seeks an Applications Engineer to support RF GaN/GaAs biasing ICs used in radar, SATCOM and high‑performance systems. You will help customers integrate bias controllers and develop evaluation platforms that demonstrate device performance and key features.

The role emphasizes design‑in support, documentation, and collaboration with design, validation, and product teams to drive future products.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field required.
• 12+ years of experience in analog, mixed-signal IC and power supply applications and design.
• Strong lab skills for testing, characterizing, and debugging analog circuits.
• Familiarity with I²C/SPI interfaces, Python test automation, and PCB design tools.
• Soldering and PCB rework skills.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design evaluation boards for GaN/GaAs bias controllers and power solutions
• Own and drive creation of datasheets, evaluation results, customer presentations, and other technical collateral
• Collaborate with design, validation, and product teams to influence future product development
• Support system-level applications including gate/drain sequencing, pulsed bias control, and telemetry
• Work directly with customers and field teams to provide design-in and debug support
• Support silicon validation

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Analog IC design

Power supply design

Lab testing

I2C/SPI interfaces

Python test automation

PCB design

Soldering

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

PCB Design Tools

Job description

Job Title: Principal Power Management Apps Engineer

Posting Start Date: 10/29/26

Job Location(s): TX, Campbell Rd

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.

Job Description:

Description

Skyworks is seeking an Applications Engineer to support our next-generation RF GaN and GaAs biasing ICs used in radar, SATCOM, and high-performance communication systems. In this role, you will help customers integrate our bias controller products into their designs and develop evaluation platforms that demonstrate device performance and key features. Skyworks products include both biasing and power supply solutions.

Responsibilities

• Design evaluation boards for GaN/GaAs bias controllers and power solutions
• Own and drive creation of technical documentation such as datasheets, evaluation results, customer presentations, and other technical collateral.
• Collaborate closely with design, validation, and product line teams to influence future product development
• Support system-level applications including gate/drain sequencing, pulsed bias control, and telemetry
• Work directly with customers and field teams to provide design-in and debug support
• Support silicon validation

Required Experience and Skills

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
• 12+ years of experience or an equivalent combination of an advanced degree and experience in analog, mixed-signal IC, and power supply applications and design
• Strong lab skills for testing, characterizing, and debugging analog circuits
• Familiarity with I²C/SPI interfaces, Python test automation, and PCB design tools
• Soldering and PCB rework skills
• Good written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field
• Hands-on experience with GaN or GaAs biasing, RF power amplifier systems, and power management circuits

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).

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The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is currently USD$122,900 -$255,200 per year. Starting base pay will depend on relevant experience and skills, training and education, business needs, market demands, the ultimate job duties and requirements, and work location. Skyworks has different base pay ranges for different work locations in the U.S. Benefits include access to healthcare benefits (including a premium-free medical plan option), a 401(k) plan and company match, an employee stock purchase plan, paid time off (including vacation, sick/wellness, parental leave), among others. Employees are eligible to participate in an incentive plan, and certain roles are also 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, 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].