Senior RF Engineer: Frequency Synthesis & PLL/VCO Design

Viasat; Carlsbad (CA); On-site; USD 141,500 - 224,000; Full time

Job summary

Viasat in Carlsbad is searching for an experienced RF Engineer specializing in frequency synthesis. The role involves designing PLLs, VCOs, and low phase-noise oscillators, ensuring compliance with performance standards.

Ideal candidates will possess a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and over 8 years of RF engineering experience. This position offers a comprehensive salary range starting at $141,500 and may vary based on experience and skills.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of RF engineering experience supporting frequency synthesis hardware.
• Strong experience with clocking systems, frequency generation, and signal integrity.
• Ability to work independently on defined technical problems with minimal instruction.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop frequency synthesis architectures, including PLLs and VCOs.
• Perform RF analysis, simulation, and validation for performance compliance.
• Lead schematic capture and design implementation for frequency generation circuits.

Skills

PLL design

VCO design

Reference oscillator selection/integration

RF performance analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Job description

Viasat in Carlsbad is searching for an experienced RF Engineer specializing in frequency synthesis. The role involves designing PLLs, VCOs, and low phase-noise oscillators, ensuring compliance with performance standards.

Ideal candidates will possess a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and over 8 years of RF engineering experience. This position offers a comprehensive salary range starting at $141,500 and may vary based on experience and skills.