Sr RF Design Engineer - Modules

Key Responsibilities

• Technical ownership of RF module design and development projects from inception to production release; meeting technical performance, schedule and cost goals for NPI (New Product Introduction).
• Performing circuit level design of RF sub-systems, EM simulations, impedance matching circuits, chain analysis including investigation of variations etc. of RF modules to ensure first pass success of designs.
• Support preparation of technical proposals to customers.
• Work closely with project managers to make sure key project milestones are met.
• Prepare and own internal documentation related to design, prepare and present various technical and project reviews internally and to external customers.
• Work closely with test engineering personnel to characterize prototypes and product samples, and lead design optimization for performance, yield, reliability and cost.

Technical Skills - Required

• Solid understanding of fundamentals of RF/Microwave module design including circuit and electromagnetics level simulations.
• Good understanding of radio systems and building blocks such as LNAs, PA's, RF switches, attenuators, filters etc.
• Very good working knowledge of RF simulation tools such as Keysight ADS, HFSS).
• Familiarity with multilayer laminate/PCB layout.
• Good theoretical understanding and industry and/or academic hands-on experience with impedance matching techniques and matching circuit design, implementation and test bench level tuning.
• Ability to create 3D circuit models using EM tools and run simulations on RF/Microwave structures and translate between the model, simulation, physical implementation, and measured performance required.
• Good working knowledge of RF test techniques for noise, s-parameters, linearity and lab equipment such as Vector Network Analyzer, Spectrum Analyzer, Oscilloscopes etc.
• Experience with IPD (Integrated Passive Device) die design for implementing baluns, couplers etc.
• Very good working knowledge of RF simulation tools such as Keysight ADS, HFSS).
• Programming experience with Python and/or Matlab especially for Machine Learning highly desired.

Technical Skills - Desired

• Working knowledge of multi-chip module (MCM) packaging processes - soldering, wire bonding, die attach, thermal management etc.
• Previous experience with passive RF components - filters, couplers etc. - desired.
• Understanding of MMIC technologies such as GaAs, RF SOI, GaN desired.
• Exposure to MMIC design highly desired, preference will be given to candidates with GaAs HBT and or PHEMT design background.
• Previous experience with high rejection/high isolation filter design and implementation is highly desired.
• Experience with AWR and Cadence simulations toolsets desired.

Soft Skills

• Must be an excellent results-driven team player, have willingness and ability to learn new skills and technologies.
• Good written and oral communication skills required.
• Ability to work effectively and efficiently across diverse engineering, product management, marketing and manufacturing teams.

Education Requirement

• MS or PhD in Electrical Engineering or Physics with a focus on RF Design/Electromagnetics plus 2+ years of RF module design experience required.