Sr Manager, RF/Electrical Engineering

FormFactor • Beaverton, OR

79d • $138,900 - $182,280

About The Position

FormFactor's RF Products group partners extensively with the world's foremost semiconductor manufacturers to solve their most complex test and validation challenges. Our technologies are key to the wireless and high-speed communication markets, enabling production of 5G and mmWave modems, ultra-high speed I/O, silicon photonics, and a wide range of other high-frequency technologies-from DC to terahertz. We are seeking an experienced and technically hands-on Senior RF Engineering manager to lead our RF simulation and measurement team. This is a working manager role, ideal for a candidate who thrives in both leadership and technical execution. You will be responsible for guiding a team of engineers while actively contributing to the design, simulation, and optimization of RF components and systems. Your leadership will shape RF product strategy, drive innovation, and ensure delivery of high-performance RF solutions across multiple programs.

Requirements

• Minimum of 10 years of related experience with a Bachelor's degree; or 8 years and a Master's degree; or a PhD with 5 years experience; or equivalent work experience.

Nice To Haves

• Electromagnetic Simulations
• Leadership
• Printed Circuit Board (PCB) Design
• RF Calibration
• RF Design
• RF Measurements
• Team Management
• Vendor Management

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of RF engineers focused on simulation and measurement.
• Provide technical guidance, coaching, and career development support.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with mechanical, applications, and layout engineering teams.
• Drive continuous improvement in simulation and measurement capabilities through tool upgrades, process automation, and training.
• Contribute to technology and product roadmaps, aligning team efforts with strategic goals.
• Design RF structures and systems using simulation-driven methodologies, using advanced SI/PI simulation tools.
• Develop and validate simulation models, optimize designs, and correlate results with physical measurements.
• Conduct hands-on lab measurements using VNAs, spectrum analyzers, time-domain reflectometers, and other RF test equipment.
• Analyze discrepancies between simulation and measurement results, lead root-cause investigations, implement design refinements.
• Contribute to development of next generation RF calibration methodologies.
• Automate simulation and measurement workflows to improve efficiency and repeatability.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Employee stock purchase plan (ESPP)
• Paid time off
• Quarterly profit-sharing bonuses
• Flexible spending or savings accounts

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees