Skyworks Solutions, Inc. · 1 day ago
Sr. Principal SAW/BAW Filter Design Engineer
Greensboro, NC
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$143K/yr - $286K/yr
8+ years expSkyworks Solutions, Inc. is an innovator of high-performance analog semiconductors powering the wireless networking revolution. The Senior Principal Design Engineer will focus on designing RF acoustic wave filters for next-generation cellular handsets and wireless communication devices, working within a collaborative and fast-paced environment.
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Responsibilities
Design acoustic wave filters 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
Qualification
Required
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
Demonstrated project management and talent management skills
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
Prior experience in EM simulation of filters or multi-chip modules (MCM)
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
Eligible for 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
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Leadership Team
Kris Sennesael
Chief Financial Officer
Philip Carter
Chief Financial Officer
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