Principal Research Scientist - RF MMIC Design

About the role

Seeking a talented RF MMIC Design researcher to drive cutting-edge MMIC innovation within Qorvo's Advanced Research Group. This role blends deep theoretical research with advanced fabrication access and high-impact applications in defense, satellite communications, and next-generation wireless systems. Perfect for ambitious early-to-mid career researchers who want to publish, present, and explore advanced designs in leading-edge RF/microwave technologies.

Responsibilities

• Technical lead role for RF/MMIC architecture and design research.
• Serve as a technical lead for MMIC-based product development, creating innovative, high-performance GaN and GaAs (plus advanced silicon) circuits.
• Design, simulate, layout, and characterize advanced MMICs including power amplifiers, LNAs, phase shifters, switches, attenuators, multifunction circuits, and integration with BAW and SAW filters.
• Perform detailed nonlinear modeling, 2.5D/3D EM co-simulation, and circuit optimization using ADS, HFSS, Cadence, and similar tools.
• Build and validate prototypes in state-of-the-art microwave labs, including S-parameter, noise, load-pull, and thermal measurements.
• Execute data analysis and present results to the internal and/or external customer.
• Contribute to technology road-mapping, novel circuit architectures, and heterogeneous integration concepts.
• Mentor junior engineers and collaborate with cross-functional R&D teams.
• Publish novel design work internally or externally at conferences and workshops to promote Qorvo's technology and design capabilities.
• Submit invention disclosures for potential patents where applicable.

Requirements

Work Location: Dallas, TX (preferred), alternative