Sr SSPA Design Engineer

Qorvo (Nasdaq: QRVO) supplies innovative semiconductor solutions that make a better world possible. We combine product and technology leadership, systems-level expertise and global manufacturing scale to quickly solve our customers' most complex technical challenges. Qorvo serves multiple high-growth segments of large global markets, including consumer electronics, smart home/IoT, automotive, EVs, battery-powered appliances, network infrastructure, healthcare and aerospace/defense. Visit www.qorvo.com to learn how our innovative team is helping connect, protect and power our planet.

 

Job Description:  Qorvo is looking for an experienced Sr SSPA Design Engineer to join the Defense & Aerospace High-Power RF (HPRF) product development team.  The successful candidate will lead electrical design and development efforts of RF power amplifiers for defense communications, radar and electronic warfare applications.

 

RESPONSIBILITIES

· Build complex HFSS EM models of RF/mmWave multi-stage high gain and high power solid-

  state amplifiers within channelized and/or enclosed cavities

· Integrate MMICs into various housings and assemblies towards innovative High power RF

  solutions (SSPA-Solid State Power Amplifiers)

· Develop advanced cascaded MMIC modules using 2.5D and 3D electromagnetic simulators

· Design PCB-level power management and analog circuitry required for MMIC biasing and

   health monitoring

· Conduct product checkout, optimization, and design verification testing (DVT) in the test lab

· Execute DVT analysis and present results to the internal and/or external customer(s)

· Support products through critical lifecycle stages including concept/feasibility, development,

  qualification, and production.

 

QUALIFICATIONS

· Experience performing system budgeting, including RF link budgets, power budgets, and

  thermal heat dissipation budgets

· A minimum of 5 years of experience using 3D EM simulation tools such as HFSS and/or CST and

  knowledge of one or more of the following: ADS, Microwave Office (MWO), or Cadence (Spectre)

  circuit simulators. Experience using EDA design tools to simulate wave propagation and the

  effects of the environment on the wave

· Deep expertise in RF and microwave engineering, including s-parameters, material permittivity,

  impedance matching, cavity modeling, and cavity resonance suppression/management

· Broad knowledge of semiconductor RF / power packaging, materials, assembly processes

  supporting infrastructure and defense electronic assemblies and sub-assemblies

· Familiarity with PCB and/or mechanical assembly construction considerations. Hands-on

  expertise with rf and hardware development tools, including schematic capture and PCB layout

· Hands-on lab experience using RF measurement equipment (network and spectrum analyzers,

  signal generators, power meters, oscilloscopes, etc.)

· Ability to serve as a design authority and gatekeeper for driving quality into the design process

  through comprehensive documentation, design review participation, and test data analysis

· Strong written and oral communication skills with the ability to concisely summarize highly

  technical concepts

 

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

· BS Electrical Engineering with 5 or more years of experience

· MS Electrical Engineering with 3 or more years of experience

· PhD Electrical Engineering (with RF/Microwave focus)

 

 

 

 

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship by the Company.

 

 

 

Competitive base salary commensurate with experience: $96,800 - $126,000 (subject to change dependent on physical location) 

Posted salary ranges are made in good faith. Qorvo res