Principal RF Design Engineer, Antennas
About The Position
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. Principal RF Design Engineer, Antennas
Requirements
- Prior design experience of RF/mmWave phased array antenna components
- Experience using AWR, CST, and/or HFSS
- Experience testing RF and mmWave circuits, coupons, and systems
- Experience with scripting or programming with a language such as Python
- Bachelor’s degree (BSEE or equivalent) with a minimum of twelve+ years’ experience
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team including mmWave antenna, electrical, RF component, and printed circuit board design engineers developing mmWave phased array prototype designs for emerging markets and applications
- Model RF and mmWave components (mmWave transitions in printed circuit boards, connector matching networks, filters, tuning networks, and other structures) using AWR, CST, or HFSS
- Design passive circuit components (power splitters/combiners, microstrip and stripline transmission lines, impedance transformers, etc) using AWR, CST, or HFSS
- Collaborate with design teams to develop, manage, and finalize bill of material (BOM) lists and guide the design team on parts selection that support cost models and prototype schedules
- Support test and troubleshooting of new mmWave phased array prototypes, including power supplies, control circuits, and RF/mmWave circuits
- Perform power integrity analysis on mmWave printed circuit board phased array prototypes
- Support hands on testing of RF and mmWave phased array antennas
- Develop, maintain, and update cascaded system design tools to track linear and nonlinear RF, IF, and DC performance of mmWave phased array antenna prototypes using Qorvo IC's (formerly Anokiwave).
- Assume design responsibilities (cost, performance, schedule) for major subsystems of printed circuit based mmWave phased array prototype designs
- Interact with PCB manufacturers and assembly shops to produce prototype arrays
- Develop scripts and automation to improve design and testing efficiency.
- Mentor and train junior staff to develop and expand their skills
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Principal
