Principal Electrical Engineer (Irvine, CA, US)

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: 76169DescriptionSkyworks Solutions is seeking an experienced RF Engineer who will play a key role in the development of Skyworks' silicon IPs and acoustic SAW/BAW technologies. The candidate will be working on Skyworks RF products as well as developing IPs, which will be used across the company. The job involves design of RF circuits such as LNAs, switches and filters and develop the necessary MCM for integration, testing and evaluation of the said circuits. She/he will be in charge of detailed analysis of fully integrated MCMs using start of the art EM analysis tools such as HFSS or Clarity. The candidate will also require to leading lab evaluation and contribute to test automation. It is expected of the candidate to have a very strong RF fundamentals such as impedance matching, distributed systems, passive RLC and resonant circuits, noise, linearity, bandwidth and stability. In this role, you work with EDA team and internal/external foundries to fine-tune and maximize the performance of RF circuits by optimizing devices and process features.The daily job is to perform the following:Work seamlessly as a member of Skyworks' IP team to advance the design of silicon IP and BAW/SAW filtersAdvance the characterization and analysis of RF circuits including S-parameters, IMD, harmonics generation, and ruggedness.Design and tape out MCM/laminate breakout board for small signal and large signal characterizations.Required QualificationsMinimum 10 years of experience in designing RF circuitsFluency in either Ansys HFSS, ADS momentum or Cadence ClarityExperience with Virtuoso design environment from schematic capture to EM simulationDesign experience for at least one of the following: LNA, RF switches, acoustic filtersHands on experience with using RF lab equipmentMS/PHD in EE or similar fieldStrong communication skills (verbal and written)ResponsibilitiesPRIMARY RESPONSIBILITY: Designs, develops, modifies and evaluates electronic parts, components or integrated circuitry for electronic equipment and other hardware systems. Determines design approaches and parameters. Analyzes equipment to establish operating data, conducts experimental tests and evaluates results. Selects components and equipment based on analysis of specifications and reliability. May also review vendor capability to support product development.Required Experience and SkillsDesired Experience and SkillsThe typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is currently USD $129,400 - $247,800 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 accommodations@skyworksinc.com.