RF BAW/SAW Filter Design Sr. Principal Engineer

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. 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 creativity and out-of-the-box thinking.  Our work culture values diversity, social responsibility, open communication, mutual trust and respect.  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 can change the way the world communicates.

Requisition ID: 71420 

Summary

This position is for a Sr. Principal Design Engineer of RF acoustic wave filters in Skyworks’ Irvine Design Center.  You’ll be working as part of an elite team of RF professionals creating the technology for next-generation cellular handsets and other wireless communication devices and applications. Your job function will focus primarily on the design of acoustic filters, including SAW and BAW technology, for RF front-end modules.  Working and living in Irvine provides a wonderful lifestyle in a vibrant coastal city consistently ranked as one of the country’s safest cities!   #LI-DB1

Job Responsibilities

•    Design acoustic wave filters and multiplexers for integration into RF modules, while meeting demanding schedules, best in class performance, and critical size and cost requirements
•    Follow Skyworks best engineering practices to ensure reliability, sustainability, and delivery of a high production yield
•    Drive new architectures and ideas to continuously improve filter and module performance to maintain a competitive edge for Skyworks products
•    Conduct design reviews and present quantitative data to demonstrate compliance to internal or customer specifications based on simulation and measured results
•    Work closely with module and systems teams to set appropriate goals for filter performance criteria
•    Interact with technology and fabrication teams to ensure continuous performance improvements and to steer BU roadmaps
•    Drive design methodologies to improve accuracy, efficiency, and first-pass success
•    Lead module co-design efforts, working directly with PA, LNA, switch, MCM, and other teams for a holistic approach to performance optimization
•    Interact directly with senior leadership and customers to report progress and understand requirements

Qualifications

•    PhD in Electrical Engineering or equivalent with at least 8 years of experience; or MS with 12 years of job experience; or BS with 15 years of experience
•    Significant expertise with acoustic filter and multiplexer designs; highly skilled in many filter design aspects
•    Strong business sense - cost and yield drivers, development costs, BU financials, and margin drivers
•    Deep understanding of RF fundamentals such as impedance matching, distributed systems, passive RLC and resonant circuits, noise, linearity, bandwidth and stability
•    Expertise in PA/LNA filter co-design and RF integration  
•    Strong circuit simulation skills utilizing Agilent ADS/Cadence and 2.5/3D EM tools such as Momentum or HFSS. 
•    Expert in EM simulation of filters and multi-chip modules (MCM) 
•    In-depth, practical, hands-on experience on problem solving and lab debugging skills from prototype to mass production 

Preferred:
•    Strong track-record of prior RF filter/multiplexer developments for cellular applications  
•    Deep understanding of cellular RF systems 
•    Established leadership skills with the ability to engage and motivate engineering talent, define and set deliverables, plan resources, manage schedule, drive design methodology improvement, and achieve desired results

The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is currently USD $136,800 - $271,500 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.<