Sr Principal Rf/Electrical Design Engineer

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.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Qorvo is looking for an experienced Sr. Principal RF/Electrical Engineer to join the Defense & Aerospace High-Power RF (HPRF) product development team. The successful candidate will lead electrical design and development efforts of RF power amplifiers for defense communications, radar and electronic warfare applications.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Build complex HFSS EM models of RF/mmWave multi-stage high gain and high power solid-state amplifiers within channelized and/or enclosed cavities
• Integrate MMICs into various housings and assemblies towards innovative High power RF solutions
• Develop advanced cascaded MMIC modules using 2.5D and 3D electromagnetic simulators
• Design PCB-level power management and analog circuitry required for MMIC biasing and health monitoring
• Conduct product checkout, optimization, and design verification testing (DVT) in the test lab
• Execute DVT analysis and present results to the internal and/or external customer(s)
• Support products through critical lifecycle stages including concept/feasibility, development, qualification, and production.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Expert-level experience designing Ku-band and Ka-band RF sub-assemblies
• Expert-level experience performing system budgeting, including RF link budgets, power budgets, and thermal heat dissipation budgets
• A minimum of 10 years of experience using 3D EM simulation tools such as HFSS and/or CST and knowledge of one or more of the following: ADS, Microwave Office (MWO), or Cadence (Spectre) circuit simulators. Experience using EDA design tools to simulate wave propagation and the effects of the environment on the wave
• Deep expertise in RF and microwave engineering, including s-parameters, material permittivity, impedance matching, cavity modeling, and cavity resonance suppression/management
• Broad knowledge of semiconductor RF / power packaging, materials, assembly processes supporting infrastructure and defense electronic assemblies and sub-assemblies
• Familiarity with PCB and/or mechanical assembly construction considerations. Hands-on expertise with RF and hardware development tools, including schematic capture and PCB layout
• Hands-on lab experience using RF measurement equipment (network and spectrum analyzers, signal generators, power meters, oscilloscopes, etc.)
• Ability to serve as a design authority and gatekeeper for driving quality into the design process through comprehensive documentation, design review participation, and test data analysis
• Strong written and oral communication skills with the ability to concisely summarize highly technical concepts

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• BS Electrical Engineering with 15+ or more years of experience
• MS Electrical Engineering (RF/Microwave focus) with 13+ or more years of experience
• PhD Electrical Engineering (RF/Microwave focus) with 10+ or more years of experience

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship by the Company.

This position requires work on US Government contracts. Applicants must be a US Person (US citizen, permanent resident, asylee or refugee).