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Analog Devices · 3 weeks ago

Lead RF Hardware Engineer

Chelmsford, MA

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$125K/yr - $188K/yr

8+ years exp

Analog Devices, Inc. is a global semiconductor leader that bridges the physical and digital worlds. They are seeking a highly skilled and motivated senior level RF Hardware Engineer to support the transition of advanced RF modules from prototype design to full-scale production.

DSPElectronicsLightingSemiconductor

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Full life cycle system design and ownership including collecting requirements, signal chain simulations, schematic design, component selection, supervision or completion of layout, bring-up, test, debug and system integration

Design and evaluate complex multi-chip designs and architectures from DC to 55GHz+

Identify viable architectures, complete system and chip-level design trades including frequency planning, spur analysis, phase noise, gain, IP2/IP3, and noise figure performance

Review multilayer printed circuit boards paying attention to high-speed effects, signal flow, and proper design rule adherence

Design for test (DFT) definition & development to improve testability, quality and reduce cost. Design test fixturing to allow for full product characterization

Perform research and analysis on the best design techniques for specific product challenges. Develop and implement system improvements, modifications, and upgrades

Own and oversee hardware and system bring up, development of test plan and protocols, debug, evaluation, and validation in a lab environment

Act as a technical lead for cross-functional teams, and as a confident peer influencer and mentor

Verify and validate design to ensure compliance to customer specifications and expectations

Prepare proposal documents, including technical, cost and schedule estimates

Execute technology roadmaps and benchmark plans through release of products

Qualification

RF/Microwave designSignal chain designTest plan developmentMicrowave OfficePython scriptingPlanningOrganizationEffective communicationLeadership skillsProblem solving

Required

Bachelor's degree and 8+ years' experience in RF/Microwave or electronics design

Demonstrated ability and/or experience leading full signal chain design in a cross-functional setting

RF/Microwave design experience including chain analysis, circuit/system modeling, and product integration & test (millimeter wave experience preferred)

Proficient in the lab working with equipment such as oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, power supplies, network analyzers, signal generators, automated test instrumentation

Familiar with design for power and signal integrity with mixed signal hardware including RF and digital interfaces

Capable of adapting to the changing needs of a design and prototyping environment

Effective communication, judgement, and teamwork skills are essential

Demonstrated ability to communicate with peers, managers, and project stakeholders effectively using both verbal and written communications

US Citizen only with ability to obtain government security clearance

Preferred

Experience utilizing RF/Microwave design tools including Microwave Office (MWO/VSS) or Advanced Design System (ADS + Genesys)

Experience with developing robust test plans and designing automated test fixtures and test sequencing using Python scripting or equivalent

Problem solving: quickly assess situations, collect relevant information from subject matter experts and drive manageable solutions

Planning and organization: set and manage priorities, adapt to change, drive progress of activities, issues, risks and deliverables to closure

Act decisively and make clear, timely decisions in the best interest of the project

Creativity and innovation: explore new options to bridge project challenges or improve processes, identify and address challenges across functional boundaries

Leadership skills and experience directing and mentoring engineers on complex programs

High speed data converter (DAC, ADC, and transceiver) experience is a plus