Principal RF Design Engineer, Antennas

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

Responsibilities

A candidate in this position will be trained and expected to perform the following duties shortly after joining the antenna team:

• 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
• A candidate in this position will be trained and expected to perform the following duties 1-2 years after joining the antenna team:
• 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
  

Qualifications

• 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
  
  

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We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcome all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable law, including race, color, religion, sex (as defined by law), national origin, age, military or veteran status, genetic information, or disability.