RF Validation Engineer, Staff - MEMS/SAW Test Innovator

Skyworks Solutions, Inc.; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 109,000 - 227,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k) with company match

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

Skyworks Solutions, Inc. is seeking an RF Validation Engineer - Staff in Irvine to advance RF MEMS device characterization and support R&D and NPI/NTI groups. The role involves developing automated tests, scripting in Python/Matlab, and collaborating with suppliers to achieve high dynamic-range test systems.

The ideal candidate has a BS with 8 years or MS with 6 years in engineering, strong RF theory, and experience in RF characterization. MEMS/SAW/BAW knowledge is highly valued.

Qualifications

• BS with 8+ years or MS with 6+ years; master’s preferred.
• Strong RF knowledge and understanding of electromagnetic theory and circuit design.
• Advanced RF characterization, on-wafer level experience preferred.
• Scripting in Python and/or Matlab; ADS knowledge.
• Experience with semiconductors and/or acoustic devices.
• MEMS technology knowledge desirable.
• Data analytics skills desirable; able to manage large data sets.
• Able to work in a multi-cultural, multi-geographic engineering team with strong communication.
• Proven presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Advance RF MEMS device characterization and analysis (S-parameters, load-pull, IMD, harmonics).
• Develop new test solutions to understand MEMS capabilities and limits.
• Collaborate with suppliers and experts to evaluate test solutions with high dynamic range or low noise floor.
• Specify components to enable advanced measurement systems.
• Create test scripts in Python/ Matlab for automation in on-wafer and PCB testing.
• Support lab activities and procurement of equipment and components.
• Provide technical insights to accelerate BAW/SAW roadmap for smaller, higher-performance devices.

Skills

Strong RF knowledge

RF characterization

Python scripting

Matlab scripting

Data analytics

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Multicultural teamwork

Schematic understanding of EM theory

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Master's degree in engineering

Tools

ADS

Job description

Skyworks Solutions, Inc. is seeking an RF Validation Engineer - Staff in Irvine to advance RF MEMS device characterization and support R&D and NPI/NTI groups. The role involves developing automated tests, scripting in Python/Matlab, and collaborating with suppliers to achieve high dynamic-range test systems.

The ideal candidate has a BS with 8 years or MS with 6 years in engineering, strong RF theory, and experience in RF characterization. MEMS/SAW/BAW knowledge is highly valued.