RF Engineer

HRL Laboratories; Calabasas (CA); On-site; USD 132,000 - 166,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in advanced technology is seeking to hire an experienced engineer to contribute to the design and testing of next-generation RF/mmW components and subsystems. The candidate will join a skilled team, engaging in schematic/layout generation, RF testing, and device modeling. A strong knowledge of RF circuits and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment are essential. Candidates must possess a degree in Electrical Engineering and U.S. citizenship or permanent residency.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in RF/mmW circuit design.
• Strong knowledge in RF device and circuit modeling is required.
• Familiarity with silicon and/or III-V MMIC process design kits.

Responsibilities

• Contribute expertise to RF/mmW components design and testing.
• Maintain process design kits and perform RF testing.
• Interact with team and manage integrated circuit analyses.

Skills

RF circuit/module design

RF testing

Device modeling

Integration of RF modules

RF passive and active circuits

High frequency simulation tools

Education

B.S. or M.S. in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Cadence Virtuoso

ADS

MWO

HFSS

CST

Job description

Essential Duties:

Contribute technical expertise and work within a fast-paced team of scientists and engineers on the development of next generation RF/mmW components and Subsystems.

The research staff will be responsible for RF and mmW components design/test.

Job functions include schematic/layout generation, RF testing, maintain process design kits (PDK), device modeling, and RF system design.

Required Skills:

Minimum 3 years of experience with RF & mmW circuit/module design, integration, and testing

Experience with RF schematic and layout generation – layout in Cadence Virtuoso is a plus

Experience with RF device and circuit modeling

Experience with RF testing, both on and off wafer

Strong knowledge of RF passive and active circuits, components or modules and RF test is required

Knowledge of RF device and circuit modeling is required

Knowledge of advanced microelectronic packaging as well as RF module integration is required

Knowledge of high frequency and RF simulation tools (e.g. ADS, MWO, Cadence) for schematic and layout and electromagnetic simulation tools (e.g. HFSS, CST) is required.

Familiarity with silicon and/or III-V MMIC process design kit (PDK) is desired

Applicant must be able to interact professionally with program managers, co-workers, and customers

Perform detailed analyses of integrated circuits, and prepare written and oral presentations.

Ability to work well in a team and independently.

Must be willing to travel and work in a team of highly skilled engineers on complex projects

Willingness to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Required Education:

B.S. or M.S. in Electrical Engineering

Physical Requirements:

Operate complex electronic equipment

Special Requirements:

U.S. citizenship or permanent resident status required.

Compensation:

The base salary range for this full-time position is $132,765 - $165,983 + bonus + benefits.

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