Sr. Analog Design Engineer

Skyworks Solutions; Thousand Oaks (CA); On-site; USD 87,000 - 183,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k) plan with company match

Employee stock purchase plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Skyworks Solutions, Inc. seeks an experienced Analog Design Engineer to lead design and development of CCAs for SSPAs and high-power RF systems. You will handle electrical design, analysis, integration, verification, and production support across mixed-signal hardware in demanding environments.

You will collaborate with RF, systems, mechanical, thermal, firmware, test, and manufacturing teams from concept to sustainment, driving robust analog solutions.

Qualifications

• BS in Electrical Engineering or related discipline with 5+ years of experience
• MS in Electrical Engineering (Analog Design focus) with 3+ years of experience
• PhD in Electrical Engineering with Analog Design focus

Responsibilities

• Design and develop analog, RF, and mixed-signal CCAs for SSPA and high-power RF amplifier products
• Design and integrate bias, control, and monitoring circuits
• Perform circuit simulations to ensure performance and reliability
• Collaborate with PCB layout engineers to optimise RF grounding, power distribution and EMI/EMC

Skills

Analog/digital design

Circuit analysis

PCB/CCA design

RF fundamentals

Signal conditioning

EMI/EMC mitigation

Troubleshooting hardware

Documentation

Education

BS in Electrical Engineering

MS in Electrical Engineering (Analog Design)

PhD in Electrical Engineering (Analog Design)

Tools

LTspice

PSpice

VNAs

Oscilloscopes

Spectrum Analyzers

Signal Generators

Power Meters

Job description

Job Location(s): Newbury Park, TX,Campbell Rd

If you are looking for a challenging and exciting career in the world of technology, then look no further. Skyworks is an innovator of high-performance analog semiconductors whose solutions are powering the wireless networking revolution.Through our broad technology expertise and one of the most extensive product portfolios in the industry, we are Connecting Everyone and Everything, All the Time.

At Skyworks, you will find a fast-paced environment with a strong focus on global collaboration, minimal layers of management, and the freedom to make meaningful contributions in a setting that encourages creative thinking. We are excited about the opportunity to work with you and glad you want to be part of a team of talented individuals who together are changing the way the world communicates.

Job Description:

Description

Skyworks is seeking an experienced Analog Design Engineer to join the Defense & Aerospace High-Power RF Solutions (HPRF) product development team. This engineer will lead the design and development of circuit card assemblies (CCAs) for solid-state power amplifiers (SSPAs) and other high-power RF systems. This role is responsible for the electrical design, analysis, integration, verification, and production support of complex mixed-signal and analog hardware operating in demanding environments. The successful candidate will have a strong background in RF and analog electronics, power conversion, and board-level design. This engineer will work closely with RF, systems, mechanical, thermal, firmware, test, and manufacturing teams throughout the product lifecycle from concept development through production and sustainment.

Responsibilities

Position Responsibilities:

• Design and develop analog, RF, and mixed-signal CCAs for SSPA and high-power RF amplifier products
• Design and integrate circuits including RF amplifier bias and control circuits, GaN power amplifier support circuitry, power conditioning and power distribution networks, RF detector and monitoring circuits, health monitoring & fault protection circuits, and high-current analog interfaces
• Perform circuit simulations and analyses using tools such as LTspice, PSpice, or equivalent to ensure performance, robustness, and reliability
• Collaborate with PCB layout engineers to optimize RF grounding and isolation, high-current power distribution, thermal management, signal integrity, and EMI/EMC performance
• Support RF subsystem integration and bring-up activities.

Required Experience and Skills

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in analog or mixed-signal electronic design.
• Experience designing and developing Circuit Card Assemblies (CCAs).
• Ability to troubleshoot complex hardware issues at the board and system level.
• Strong understanding of analog circuit design, high-current electronic circuits, signal conditioning and measurement circuits, and EMI/EMC mitigation techniques
• Knowledge of signal integrity analysis, power integrity analysis, environmental qualification testing, reliability engineering, design for manufacturability (DFM), and design for testability (DFT)
• Hands-on laboratory experience using oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, vector network analyzers (VNAs), signal generators, and power meters
• Ability to troubleshoot board- and system-level hardware issues.
• Strong communication and technical documentation skills.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• BS in Electrical Engineering or related discipline with 5 or more years of experience
• MS in Electrical Engineering (Analog Design focus) with 3 or more years of experience
• PhD in Electrical Engineering with Analog Design focus

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship by the Company.

This position requires a Security Clearance. Applicant must be a US Citizen and have the ability to obtain and maintain a US Government security clearance

The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is currently USD$86,600 -$182,500 per year. Starting base pay will depend on relevant experience and skills, training and education, business needs, market demands, the ultimate job duties and requirements, and work location. Skyworks has different base pay ranges for different work locations in the U.S.

• Benefits include access to healthcare benefits (including a premium-free medical plan option), a 401(k) plan and company match, an employee stock purchase plan, paid time off (including vacation, sick/wellness, parental leave), among others.
• Employees are eligible to participate in an incentive plan, and certain roles are also eligible for additional awards, including recognition and stock.

Skyworks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.Skyworks strives to create an accessible workplace; if you need an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at [e-mail].