Senior BAW RF Filter Architect

Starlink; Bastrop (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX is seeking a Senior BAW Filter Design Engineer to lead the design and development of MEMS-based BAW filters for Starlink systems. You will model, simulate, and validate filters from concept to production, ensuring high performance and manufacturability.

The role requires strong EM simulation skills, hands-on testing experience, and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver cutting-edge RF solutions for a global satellite network.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of RF filter design experience focused on BAW or SAW
• Experience with EM simulation tools (HFSS, CST, ADS, or COMSOL)
• Experience with RF test equipment (spectrum analyzers, VNAs)

Responsibilities

• Design and develop BAW filters from concept to production, including specification definition, simulation, characterization, front-end and back-end testing, architecture design, and performance optimization
• Perform advanced EM simulations to model BAW filter performance, optimize designs, and ensure manufacturability
• Design RF modules integrating BAW filters, including layout, packaging, and integration with other RF components
• Optimize filter performance for insertion loss, return loss, bandwidth, and out-of-band rejection within size and cost constraints
• Collaborate with process engineers, layout designers, and system architects for seamless integration
• Develop test plans, perform RF measurements, and validate filter performance using network and spectrum analyzers
• Create detailed design reports, simulation results, and technical documentation for reviews and handoff
• Stay updated on industry trends and advancements in BAW technology

Skills

RF design

Team collaboration

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering

Tools

HFSS

CST

ADS

COMSOL

Job description

SpaceX is seeking a Senior BAW Filter Design Engineer to lead the design and development of MEMS-based BAW filters for Starlink systems. You will model, simulate, and validate filters from concept to production, ensuring high performance and manufacturability.

The role requires strong EM simulation skills, hands-on testing experience, and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver cutting-edge RF solutions for a global satellite network.