Skyworks Solutions, Inc. ยท 4 hours ago
Director, Acoustic Engineering
Greensboro, NC
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$170K/yr - $340K/yr
15+ years expSkyworks Solutions, Inc. is an innovator of high-performance analog semiconductors powering the wireless networking revolution. The DFM Technical Director will lead the development and implementation of innovative design and manufacturing methodologies to enhance product quality, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness, while coordinating across various departments in a multicultural environment.
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Responsibilities
Provide direction and guidance to cross-functional teams to ensure DFM principles are integrated into all stages of the design and development process
Provide high-level technical support to the quality team and contribute directly to customer relationships
Drive continuous improvement in DFM methodologies, ensuring the latest best practices, tools, and technologies are leveraged
Develop and standardize processes to improve the interaction between design, engineering, and manufacturing teams
Ensure seamless integration of DFM principles throughout the product lifecycle
Partner with procurement, quality, and supply chain teams to ensure that components and materials align with DFM objectives
Stay up to date with the latest advancements in DFM tools, software, and best practices, and provide guidance on their implementation
Conduct DFM analysis and reviews for new products, identifying potential manufacturing challenges and recommending design rules changes to enhance manufacturability
Oversee the implementation of simulation and validation tools to optimize the manufacturability of designs
Mentor and lead a team of engineers and DFM specialists, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous learning
Provide training and support to teams on DFM best practices and methodologies
Collaborate and openly debate with team to manage projects, solve problems, discuss challenging issues, and learn more about critical issues as a group
Implement or improve solutions to minimize disruptions in the NTI workflow
Report and maintain knowledge on DFM status to executive leadership
Qualification
Required
M.S. or Ph.D. in Engineering, Material Science, Physics preferred
More than 15 years of experience in the semiconductor industry with a minimum of 10 years of leadership roles for a global semiconductor organization
Experience with CAD tools, manufacturing simulation software, and DFM analysis tools
Knowledge of Process Improvement Six Sigma, ideally Black Belt
Experience in Failure Analysis
Excellent leadership and communication skills
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, both technical and interpersonal
Pragmatic and flexible attitude with a result- and data-driven can-do mentality
Works autonomously, well-organized, with strong attention to detail, while setting high standards in all aspects of the work
Benefits
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)
Participate in an incentive plan
Additional awards, including recognition and stock
Company
Skyworks Solutions, Inc.
Skyworks Solutions, Inc. is empowering the wireless networking revolution.
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown1990-01-02IPO
Leadership Team
Kris Sennesael
Chief Financial Officer
Philip Carter
Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
2026-01-09
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