RF Characterization Engineer Co-op — Winter/Spring

Skyworks; Thousand Oaks (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 66,000; Part time

Job summary

Skyworks is seeking motivated students for a 6‑month Co‑op in the Winter/Spring window. You will work with engineers to develop hardware and software for RF front‑end modules, and to characterize, validate, and verify designs using state‑of‑the‑art instrumentation.

You’ll gain hands‑on experience with RF/microwave instrumentation, learn test automation and data analysis, and collaborate across teams in a fast‑paced environment that rewards initiative and creativity.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in a technical field (EE, CE, SE, physics, etc).
• Strong fundamentals in engineering, analytical thinking, and problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Assist engineers in hardware and software solutions for RF front-end modules, filters, LNAs, and PAs.
• Develop and maintain 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 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

Python

MATLAB

LabVIEW

C/C++

Test automation

Data analysis

RF engineering

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in electrical engineering, computer engineering, systems engineering, physics, or related technical discipline

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Spectrum analyzers

Network analyzers

Signal generators

Power supplies

Job description

Skyworks is seeking motivated students for a 6‑month Co‑op in the Winter/Spring window. You will work with engineers to develop hardware and software for RF front‑end modules, and to characterize, validate, and verify designs using state‑of‑the‑art instrumentation.

You’ll gain hands‑on experience with RF/microwave instrumentation, learn test automation and data analysis, and collaborate across teams in a fast‑paced environment that rewards initiative and creativity.