What are the responsibilities and job description for the RFIC Design Co-Op (Winter/Spring 2027) position at Skyworks Solutions, Inc?
If you are looking for a challenging and exciting career in the world of technology, then look no further. Skyworks is an innovator of high-performance analog semiconductors whose solutions are powering the wireless networking revolution.Through our broad technology expertise and one of the most extensive product portfolios in the industry, we are Connecting Everyone and Everything, All the Time.
At Skyworks, you will find a fast-paced environment with a strong focus on global collaboration, minimal layers of management, and the freedom to make meaningful contributions in a setting that encourages creative thinking. We are excited about the opportunity to work with you and glad you want to be part of a team of talented individuals who together are changing the way the world communicates.
Requisition ID:78396
This 2027 Winter/Spring Co-op will contribute to 5G advancement of Skyworks front-end RFICs. The co-op will work with the highly cooperative and talented Irvine, California team on various advance design projects. The co-op is expected to be on site full time. Please note that although this is a co-op position this is a position of responsibility and accountability.
Co-op will be responsible for following tasks depending on their background
- Understand and review front end specifications from the customer and derive individual block level specs
- Develop schematics of switches and LNAs along with appropriate test benches in Cadence to simulate the performance
- Develop test chips to measure test circuits- active and passives
- Perform top level functional simulations to verify and debug the die functionality
- Design Switch circuits and LNA circuits with experienced senior designers' help
- Prepare relevant documents and present final design reviews to the wider audience
- Simulation to measurement correlation
This position requires deep understanding of following:
- MS candidate with fundamental RFIC/Analog course work and labs
- Large signal and small signal device models
- Various semiconductor process- SOI, bulk CMOS, SiGe
- Modeling of passive component
- Cadence, spectre RF, layout, EMX, HFSS
- Microwave theory
- System level understanding of NF, Sparameters, linearity etc
- Must be able to work onsite in Irvine office January - May/June 2027
PHD candidates with experience of multiple RFIC tape outs and measurement experience
The typical pay range for an Engineering intern across the U.S. is currently USD $26.00 - $47.50 per hour and for a Non-Engineering intern across the U.S. is currently USD $22.50 - $42.00 per hour. Starting pay will depend on level of education, the ultimate job duties and requirements, and work location. Skyworks has different pay ranges for different work locations in the U.S.
Skyworks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.Skyworks strives to create an accessible workplace; if you need an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at accommodations@skyworksinc.com.
Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities
Salary : $23 - $42