Staff Product Engineer - RF

Job Title

Staff Product Engineer - RF

Role Summary

Senior product engineer responsible for development of RF/microwave products across communications, test & measurement, industrial, and aerospace & defense markets. Works within the RF Systems strategy and Aerospace, Defense and Communication Group to drive product development from concept through production.

Provides technical leadership, coordinates cross-functional teams, and ensures products meet performance, reliability, and compliance requirements.

Experience Level

Senior — typically 10+ years of relevant RF/microwave product development experience.

Responsibilities

Lead and deliver RF/microwave IC and module products through the full product lifecycle; provide technical leadership and mentorship.

• Lead development of advanced RF/microwave products from concept to launch.
• Define and drive product test methodologies, verification, and validation activities.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and project teams.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (design, manufacturing, test, program management) to meet customer requirements.
• Create technical documentation: test plans, datasheets, user guides.
• Maintain project schedules, work breakdown structures, and budgets.
• Ensure compliance with applicable industry standards and export control requirements.

Requirements

Must-have technical skills, experience, and work eligibility considerations.

• 10+ years of relevant RF/microwave product engineering experience.
• Strong knowledge of RF engineering principles, materials, and manufacturing processes.
• Experience with statistical methods and data analysis tools.
• Proficiency with PCB layout tools (e.g., Cadence Allegro) and common engineering software.
• Hands-on lab experience using RF/microwave test instruments.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to work independently in fast-paced teams.
• Able to travel up to 10%.
• Applicants requiring access to controlled technical data may be subject to export licensing review (non-U.S. citizens/permanent residents may require additional approvals).

Nice-to-have:

• Recognized expertise in complex IC design and advanced testing methodologies.
• Experience with programming/scripting (Python, C, LabVIEW) and data analysis.
• Coursework or exposure to DSP, wireless/digital communications, RF systems, and RF circuits.

Education Requirements

Master's or PhD preferred in Electrical Engineering or a related technical field. Preferred academic exposure includes Digital Signal Processing, Wireless Communication, Digital Communication, RF Systems, and RF Circuits. (Source does not state an equivalent-experience substitution explicitly.)

About the Company

Company: Analog Devices

Headquarters: Norwood, Massachusetts, USA

Analog Devices is a leading global semiconductor company that bridges the physical and digital worlds, enabling breakthroughs at the Intelligent Edge. With a focus on innovation, ADI develops solutions that drive advancements in digitized factories, mobility, and digital healthcare. The company employs around 24,000 people globally and reported revenues exceeding $9 billion in FY24, creating technologies that transform lives across various sectors.