Sr Principal RF Systems Architect

Skyworks Solutions, Inc.; United States; Remote; USD 136,000 - 295,000; 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. is seeking a Sr Principal RF Systems Architect to lead RF architecture efforts for Radar, communications, and SATCOM within the DAS business unit. You will influence system architecture, run trade studies, and mentor teams across engineering disciplines.

You will engage with customers to define solutions, develop roadmaps, and support proposals. This role requires deep RF knowledge, strong communication, and the ability to drive multi-program initiatives in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• BSEE or higher with extensive RF systems experience.
• Experience leading systems engineering activities across requirements, architecture, integration and test.
• Direct experience with RF products for Defense & Aerospace customers.
• Experience collaborating with customers and developing compliant proposals.

Responsibilities

• Serve as SME in RF architecture for Radar, communications and/or SATCOM.
• Drive architectural trade studies across performance, SWaP, scalability.
• Influence system architecture across multiple programs for internal and customer projects.
• Analyze and document component and subsystem specifications for internal and external projects.
• Support prototype development, development kits and reference designs.
• Define technical requirements for new component and antenna system developments.
• Define road maps with product link managers and stakeholders.
• Develop differentiated products to solve customer design challenges.
• Develop customer relationships and promote roadmap and capabilities.
• Lead cross-functional teams across design, manufacturing, test, and product engineering.
• Participate in or lead proposals and shape technical strategy.

Skills

RF architecture

Systems engineering leadership

Cross-functional leadership

Customer engagements

Proposal responses

Defense & Aerospace customers

Communication skills

Mentor engineers

Phased array/beamforming

Technical leadership

Education

BSEE in Electrical/Computer engineering

MSEE/PhD with 10+ years experience

Job description

Job Title: Sr Principal RF Systems Architect

Posting Start Date: 10/27/26

Job Location(s): CO,Remote

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.

Requisition ID:78919

Job Description:

Description

SUMMARY:

It is an exciting time to join the fast-growing Defense, Aerospace and SATCOM (DAS) Business Unit, focused on cutting-edge RF components and systems for the defense, aerospace and SATCOM markets. We are looking for a highly technical and strategy-driven radar, communications or systems subject matter expert (SME) to serve as a technical leader. In this role you will support internal product line definitions, product strategy, product roadmaps and support business opportunities assisting customers defining solutions using Skyworks products from all business units.

Responsibilities

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Serve as a subject matter expert (SME) in RF architecture for Radar, communications and/or SATCOM, supporting internal reviews and customer engagements.
• Drive architectural trade studies across performance, SWaP, scalability, and mission constraints.
• Influence system architecture, performance trades, and technical baselines across multiple programs for internal and customer projects.
• Analyze and document component and subsystem specifications for internal and external projects.
• Support Systems Solutions and Antenna team with developing prototypes, development kits and reference designs.
• Support product line strategy, defining technical requirements for new component and antenna system developments.
• Support product line road maps with product link managers and key stakeholders to define a compelling future vision.
• Define new differentiated products that create value by solving significant customer design challenges.
• Develop customer relationships and partnerships through ongoing engagement, promoting products, roadmap, and capabilities to customers.
• Lead cross-functional teams across design, manufacturing, test, product engineering and program teams.
• Participate or lead complex and significant proposals, shaping technical strategy to secure new program opportunities.

Required Experience and Skills

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:

• BSEE degree in Electrical or Computer engineering w/ 15+ or MSEE/PhD with 10+years relevant experience
• Extensive experience in systems engineering leadership (requirements, architecture, integration and test, verification, risk management)
• Experience collaborating directly with customers in RF markets.
• Ability to interpret customer specifications and develop compliant proposal responses.
• Direct experience working with RF products and Defense & Aerospace customers.
• Ability to complete a technical project independently and mentor and coach other engineers.
• Experience with phased array antenna systems, beamforming, RF cascade analysis and calibration.
• Diligence, strong analytical and business skills, and ability to manage multiple projects in a dynamic environment.
• System-level understanding of RF, silicon IC, and control subsystems and their components desired.
• Proven ability to influence and drive cross-functional teams.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

Desired Experience and Skills

The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is currently USD$135,900 -$295,000 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. These incentives and awards are based on individual and/or company performance.

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].