Senior RF Design Engineer

Booster; San Mateo (CA); On-site; USD 170,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in drone technology is seeking a skilled wireless design engineer to innovate and enhance wireless solutions. This role offers the chance to work on cutting-edge RF frameworks and technologies, contributing to the development of intelligent flying machines. You will tackle engineering challenges and make a significant impact on product performance. Join a diverse and inclusive team dedicated to pushing the boundaries of aerial mobility and enjoy competitive compensation, equity options, and comprehensive benefits. If you are passionate about wireless technology and ready to take on exciting challenges, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Paid vacation time

Sick leave

Holiday pay

401K savings plan

Relocation assistance

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in wireless design and desense evaluation.
• Knowledge of analog, digital, and mixed-signal circuit design.
• Experience with debugging and optimizing wireless products.

Responsibilities

• Enhance Skydio’s wireless solution and extend range.
• Develop new designs across multiple bands of operations.
• Support EMI optimization and system certification efforts.

Skills

Wireless Design

Desense Evaluation

Analog Circuit Design

Digital Circuit Design

Mixed-Signal Circuit Design

PCB Layout Design

Debugging Wireless Products

EMI/EMC Best Practices

Simulation Tools

Radio Technologies (WiFi, LTE, Bluetooth, GPS)

Education

MS in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Ansys

Keysight ADS

Network Analyzers

CMW500

Spectrum Analyzers

Power Meters

Near Field Probes

Job description

Skydio is the leading US drone company and the world leader in autonomous flight, the key technology for the future of drones and aerial mobility. The Skydio team combines deep expertise in artificial intelligence, best-in-class hardware and software product development, operational excellence, and customer obsession to empower a broader, more diverse audience of drone users. From utility inspectors to first responders, soldiers in battlefield scenarios and beyond.

About the role:

Our radio system connects the end-users with our autonomous systems. As intelligent flying machines gain more independence, the demand for range and for bandwidth are increasing. There is a huge opportunity to innovate and develop within various wireless architectures to bring an incredible, highly-engineered product to market, and to define the next generation of RF frameworks and technologies. Skydio’s highly integrated electromechanical systems provide a rich set of engineering challenges and a huge opportunity to make an impact!

How you’ll make an impact:

• You will enhance and improve Skydio’s wireless solution, extending the range.
• You will participate in the development of new designs spanning across multiple bands of operations.
• You will work across multiple wireless communications standards to include WLAN and 5G-LTE.
• You will support EMI related optimization and reduce de-sense for the various systems in the design.
• You will participate in module and system certification efforts across various regulatory domains.
• You will support modular and system level manufacturing efforts and help deploy those.

What makes you a good fit:

• MS in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in wireless design and desense evaluation of consumer grade products associated with one or multiple wireless standards.
• Knowledgeable in analog, digital, and mixed-signal circuit design and analysis.
• Excellent technical understanding of one or more of the following radio technologies: WiFi, LTE, Bluetooth, and GPS.
• Good understanding of physics of radiated noise coupling mechanisms.
• Experience with PCB layout design and schematic.
• Experience in debugging and optimizing wireless products.
• Experience using simulation tools such as Ansys and Keysight ADS.
• Experience with lab equipment such as network analyzers, CMW500, spectrum analyzers, power meters, near field probes, etc.
• Experience with best design practices for EMI/EMC, ESD, and RF signal routing.
• Experience with performing TRP, TIS, and Rate Vs Range measurements is preferred.
• Proven ability to work independently.

Compensation Range: At Skydio, our compensation packages for regular, full-time employees include competitive base salaries, equity in the form of stock options, and comprehensive benefits packages. Compensation will vary based on factors, including skill level, proficiencies, transferable knowledge, and experience. Relocation assistance may also be provided for eligible roles. The annual base salary range for this position is $170,000 - 240,000*. Fundamentally, we believe that equity is the key to long-term financial growth, and we ensure all regular, full-time employees have the opportunity to significantly benefit from the company's success. Regular, full-time employees are eligible to enroll in the Company’s group health insurance plans. Regular, full-time employees are eligible to receive the following benefits: Paid vacation time, sick leave, holiday pay, and 401K savings plan. This position and all associated benefits are subject to applicable federal, state, and local laws, as well as the Company’s policies and eligibility criteria.

*For some positions the pay may be dependent upon the individual's regional location.

Diversity and Inclusion: At Skydio, we believe that diversity drives innovation. We have created a multidisciplinary environment that embraces the power of diverse perspectives to create elegant solutions for complex problems. We are committed to growing our network of people, programs, and resources to nurture an inclusive culture.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local anti-discrimination laws.

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