Staff Design Engineer

Qorvo, Inc.; Florida; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Qorvo, Inc. in Apopka, Florida, is seeking a professional RF/BAW design engineer to develop state-of-the-art bulk acoustic wave devices for defense, aerospace, satcom and wireless infrastructure applications.

You will work on RF components from 1 GHz to 12 GHz, perform simulations, layout, photomask generation, and device characterization as part of a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• PhD or Master’s in Electrical Engineering or Physics with RF focus preferred; or a Bachelor’s with 3–5+ years design experience.
• Experience with schematic design, RF/EM simulation, and layout is preferred.
• 3+ years direct experience in acoustic design (BAW or SAW) is preferred.
• Knowledge of AWR-Microwave Office and HFSS design tools is preferred.
• Understanding of microelectronic fabrication and high-volume manufacturing is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design BAW devices using ladder filters, CRF, and hybrid filters.
• Perform acoustic and EM simulations using internal tools and standard software.
• Layout devices and generate photomask sets.
• Characterize devices using RF/Microwave test equipment.
• Collaborate with RF team on integrated module designs.
• Continuously improve design flow, cycle time, and schedule.

Skills

Schematic design

RF/EM simulation

Layout design

Acoustic design (BAW/SAW)

Self-driven / high energy

Education

PhD or Master’s in Electrical Engineering or Physics (RF focus)

Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering or Physics + 3–5+ years design experience

Tools

AWR-Microwave Office

HFSS

Job description

Experience Level: Professional

Job Type: Regular

Location

Apopka, FL, US, 32703

Qorvo (Nasdaq: QRVO) supplies innovative semiconductor solutions that make a better world possible. We combine product and technology leadership, systems-level expertise and global manufacturing scale to quickly solve our customers' most complex technical challenges. Qorvo serves multiple high-growth segments of large global markets, including consumer electronics, smart home/IoT, automotive, EVs, battery-powered appliances, network infrastructure, healthcare and aerospace/defense. Visit www.qorvo.com to learn how our innovative team is helping connect, protect and power our planet.

SUMMARY

Supporting HPA, DAP BU, this work entails all aspects of the design and development of state-of-the-art bulk acoustic wave (BAW) used in Defense, Aerospace, Satcom and Wireless Infrastructure applications. Acoustic BAW design involves product definition, feasibility, computer simulation, optimization, design for manufacturability, layout, and test characterization. The design of RF components in the range of 1GHz to 12GHz will be required for applications such as, Radar, Electronic Warfare, GPS, Space, Fixed Wireless, and other Defense or Wireless Infrastructure applications.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• To design BAW devices employing a variety of design techniques, including ladder filters, coupled-resonator (CRF), and hybrid filters.
• To perform acoustic and electromagnetic (EM) simulations using not only commercially available tools but also Qorvo's state-of-the-art internally developed tools.
• To layout devices and generate photomask sets.
• To perform device characterization and diagnostics using the latest RF/Microwave test equipment.
• To work in a team by contributing one’s RF skills to integrated module designs.
• To continuously improve design flow, cycle time, and schedule.

QUALIFICATIONS

• PhD or M aster’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Physics with focus on RF is preferred. Alternatively, a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Physics with an additional 3-5+ years design experience is required.
• Experience with schematic design, RF and EM simulation, and design layout is preferred.
• 3+ years direct experience in acoustic design (BAW or SAW) is preferred.
• Knowledge of AWR-Microwave Office and HFSS design tools is preferred.
• Understanding of microelectronic fabrication and high-volume manufacturing is preferred.
• Self-driven, highly motivated and high energy.
• Proven track-record with self-owned projects.

JOB LOCATION

• This position is located in Apopka, Florida.

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

MAKE A DIFFERENCE AT QORVO

We are Qorvo. We do more than create innovative RF and Power solutions for the mobile, defense and infrastructure markets - we are a place to innovate and shape the future of wireless communications. It starts with our employees. As a unified global team, we bring a commitment to excellence, growth and a passion for creating what's next. Explore the possibilities with us.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcome all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable law, including race, color, religion, sex (as defined by law), national origin, age, military or veteran status, genetic information, or disability.