RF Design & Systems Architect - Principal Scientist

Qorvo, Inc.; Richardson (TX); On-site; USD 170,300 - 221,500; Full time

Job summary

Qorvo, Inc. in Richardson, TX is seeking a Principal Research Scientist (RF Designer/Architect) to lead RF, analog and digital circuit design for advanced radio systems within the Advanced Research Group.

You will define next‑generation specifications, perform simulations, oversee PCB layout and assembly testing, and collaborate with engineering, marketing and product teams; travel up to 25% is expected.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in electrical engineering or related field.
• Extensive experience in RF/microwave circuit design.
• Strong background in analog and digital circuitry for RF systems.
• Experience with embedded controller hardware and data acquisition.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional engineering teams to design and develop RF assemblies.
• Develop specifications and perform simulations for next-generation products.
• Oversee PCB layout, BOM and testing plans for assemblies.
• Provide design reviews and documentation for production deployment.
• Collaborate with Marketing, Product and partner teams to meet customer requirements.
• Travel within the US to visit customers and design centers up to 25%.

Skills

RF circuit design

Analog design

Digital logic

Power management design

Embedded controller hardware design

Schematic capture

PCB layout

Thermal analysis

Time-domain simulations

RF/microwave design

Data acquisition

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

MSEE minimum, PhD preferred

Tools

Spice simulations

Schematic capture

PCB layout

Oscilloscopes

AWGs

Job description

Qorvo, Inc. in Richardson, TX is seeking a Principal Research Scientist (RF Designer/Architect) to lead RF, analog and digital circuit design for advanced radio systems within the Advanced Research Group.

You will define next‑generation specifications, perform simulations, oversee PCB layout and assembly testing, and collaborate with engineering, marketing and product teams; travel up to 25% is expected.