Sr Design Engineer

Experience Level: Professional
Job Type: Regular

Location:

Apopka, FL, US, 32703

Requisition ID: 10189

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.

We are looking for a Sr Design Engineer to join our team in Apopka, Florida. In this position, you will have the unique opportunity to work among a team of experts in RF devices (LNA, RF switches, PA, filters) and technologies (acoustic, SOI, packaging) to develop the next generation of filters and Front-end module for Mobile application. Our highly collaborative and fast-paced work culture empowers engineers to develop innovative design solutions with cutting edge technologies and achieve best in class module performance through highly sophisticated co-design and integration technique. Our collaborative environment offers plenty of opportunities for you to learn, contribute to IP development and work on the continuous improvement of our design tools and methods.

Responsibilities:

• You will be responsible for the development of BAW and SAW filtering components used in state-of-the-art wireless RF applications.
• You will assist technical marketing, or project leads in defining new products through feasibility studies and technical competitive analyses.
• You will design microwave acoustic devices using a variety of design techniques, including conventional bandpass filters, ladder filters, notch filters, CRF filters, acoustic-assisted filters, etc. It involves the knowledge of circuit simulation, front end radio architecture, communication systems, RF characterization, micro-electronics technology, and fabrication processes.
• You will perform acoustic and electromagnetic (EM) simulations using a combination of commercially available tools as well as Qorvo’s state-of-the-art internally developed tools and provide final device layout to support photomask set creation.
• You will interact with BAW and SAW process engineers and R&D team, using knowledge of fabrication process variations and capabilities.
• You will work with characterization team and test engineers to fully evaluate and diagnose your device using the latest in RF/Microwave test equipment.
• You will support relevant documentation of product and design information to educate others on novel design techniques or provide guidance on product usage and will work with test, application and product engineering teams to transfer new product to production.
• You will contribute to the continuous improvement of design flow, method and cycle time.

QUALIFICATIONS

• BSEE with 5 years of experience; MSEE with 2-3 years of experience or PhD
• Industry or academic experience to include each of the following: RF circuit design (incl. microwave resonator, filter, coupler, antenna, amplifier); EM simulation (HFSS or equivalent); layout design and troubleshooting; impedance matching and tuning; filter component evaluation and integration; RF device characterization and system level measurements.
• Direct experience of BAW or SAW design preferred but not necessarily required.
• Knowledge of microelectronic fabrication and high-volume manufacturing, statistical analysis and six-sigma method for process improvement.
• Programming skills in script language and/or Matlab desired.

General knowledge of wireless protocols and communication standards desired.

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MAKE A DIFFERENCE AT QORVO

We are Qorvo. We do more than create innovative RF and Power solutions for the mobile, defense and infrastructure markets – we are a place to innovate and shape the future of wireless communications. It starts with our employees. As a unified global team, we bring a commitment to excellence, growth and a passion for creating what's next. Explore the possibilities with us.

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.

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