Sr. BAW Filter Design Engineer (Starlink/Akoustis)

Responsibilities

• Design and develop BAW filters from concept to production, including specification definition, simulation, characterization, front-end and back-end testing, architecture design, and performance optimization
• Perform advanced EM simulations using tools such as HFSS, ADS, or COMSOL to model BAW filter performance, optimize designs, and ensure manufacturability
• Design RF modules integrating BAW filters, including layout, packaging, and integration with other RF components such as amplifiers, switches, and antennas
• Optimize filter performance for key metrics such as insertion loss, return loss, bandwidth, and out-of-band rejection, while meeting size and cost constraints
• Work closely with process engineers, layout designers, and system architects to ensure seamless integration of BAW filters into larger RF systems
• Create test plans, perform RF measurements, and validate filter performance using tools like network analyzers and spectrum analyzers
• Create detailed design reports, simulation results, and technical documentation to support design reviews and production handoff

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or other engineering discipline
• 5+ years of experience in RF filter design with a focus on BAW or SAW
• Experience in EM simulation tools (e.g. HFSS, CST, ADS, or COMSOL)
• Experience with radio test and measurement equipment such as spectrum analyzers, vector signal analyzers, vector signal generators, and network analyzers

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree or PhD in electrical engineering with emphasis in RF/antenna engineering
• Familiarity with MEMS fabrication processes for BAW filters
• Knowledge of mixed-signal design and co-simulation with analog/digital circuits
• Experience with scripting languages (e.g., Python, MATLAB) for automation of simulation and testing workflows

Additional Requirements

• Mandatory to be a U.S. citizen, national, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee as per U.S. Government export regulations
• Willingness to work extended hours and weekends as needed to meet critical milestones