RF Characterization Co-op — Winter/Spring 2027

Skyworks Solutions, Inc; Thousand Oaks (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Skyworks Solutions, Inc. in Newbury Park invites students to join a 6-month Characterization Engineering Winter/Spring Co-Op (Jan–Jun 2027).

This role offers hands-on experience with RF front-end modules, state-of-the-art instrumentation, and software tools for test automation in a fast-paced engineering environment. Responsibilities include developing automated test systems, hardware integration, debugging RF setups, and data-driven reporting.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in electrical/computer engineering or related field.
• Strong fundamentals in engineering, analytics, and problem-solving.
• Coursework in controls, signals/systems, analog circuits, RF engineering or related areas.
• Clear written and verbal communication; eagerness to learn in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Support development and maintenance of automated test systems for RF product characterization and validation.
• Assist with hardware integration, debugging, and evaluation of RF test setups.
• Develop and enhance software tools for test automation, data collection, and analysis.
• Perform characterization and design verification testing of RF front-end modules and related components.
• Analyze test data and generate reports to support engineering decisions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve test coverage, efficiency, and product quality.
• Document test procedures, results, and system improvements.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Curiosity and initiative

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical/Computer Engineering or related

Tools

Python

MATLAB

LabVIEW

C/C++

Job description

Skyworks Solutions, Inc. in Newbury Park invites students to join a 6-month Characterization Engineering Winter/Spring Co-Op (Jan–Jun 2027).

This role offers hands-on experience with RF front-end modules, state-of-the-art instrumentation, and software tools for test automation in a fast-paced engineering environment. Responsibilities include developing automated test systems, hardware integration, debugging RF setups, and data-driven reporting.