Principal RF MMIC Designer

Job Title

Principal RF MMIC Designer

Role Summary

Lead architecture, design, simulation, and characterization of MMICs and RF front-end products for defense, satellite communications, and next-generation wireless systems. Work with cross-functional R&D teams to translate research into prototypes and products, publish and present technical results, and mentor junior engineers.

Experience Level

Senior-level. Typical experience: PhD (RF/Microwave) with 7+ years, MS with 9+ years, BS with 12+ years.

Responsibilities

Technical leadership across MMIC research and product development.

• Lead RF/MMIC architecture and advanced circuit design research.
• Design, simulate, layout, and characterize MMICs: power amplifiers, LNAs, phase shifters, switches, attenuators, TDUs, multifunction circuits, and FEMs.
• Perform nonlinear device modeling, 2.5D/3D EM co-simulation, and circuit optimization.
• Build and validate prototypes; perform S-parameter, noise, load-pull, power/efficiency, and thermal measurements.
• Analyze data and present results to internal and external stakeholders and at technical conferences.
• Contribute to technology roadmaps and heterogeneous integration concepts.
• Mentor junior engineers and collaborate with cross-functional R&D teams.
• Prepare invention disclosures for potential patents when applicable.

Requirements

Must-have technical skills and practical experience; see Education Requirements for specific degree/experience combinations.

• Proven experience designing III-V microwave/millimeter-wave RF/MMIC devices and modules (amplifiers, switches, phase shifters, attenuators, TDUs, hybrid multichip modules, FEMs).
• Hands-on experience with GaN and GaAs processes; RF silicon experience is a plus.
• Expert understanding of transistor/device behavioral characteristics and nonlinear device modeling.
• Expert user of ADS or Microwave Office (MWO); experience with 2.5D/3D EM tools such as SONNET, Axiem, Momentum, or HFSS.
• Strong microwave measurement and calibration skills: S-parameters, source/load pull, noise figure, linearity, and intermodulation distortion.
• Experience with prototype build-up and lab validation, including thermal measurements.
• Strong written and oral communication skills; ability to concisely summarize complex technical concepts.
• Ability to meet customer technical needs and schedules.
• Nice-to-have: SiGe/CMOS RFIC or mixed-signal design experience; published author in technical journals.

Education Requirements

Degree and experience combinations specified in the posting: BS in Electrical Engineering with 12+ years of relevant experience; MS in Electrical Engineering with 9+ years; PhD in Electrical Engineering (RF/Microwave focus) with 7+ years. Field of study: Electrical Engineering with RF/microwave emphasis. No alternative-equivalent language was specified.

About the Company

Company: Qorvo

Headquarters: Greensboro, NC, US

Qorvo supplies innovative semiconductor solutions that enhance connectivity and power for a variety of applications, including consumer electronics, automotive, and healthcare. With a focus on RF and power solutions, Qorvo combines technology leadership and global manufacturing to address complex challenges in fast-growing industries. Their commitment to excellence and innovation drives them to shape the future of wireless communications.