SR. RF FRONT-END MODULE DESIGN ENGINEER (RFIC ENGINEERING)

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Design and develop RF front-end MCMs for 5G NR, LTE, and Wi-Fi applications
• Integrate RFICs (PAs, LNAs, switches), power management ICs, BAW/SAW filters, printed passives, and SMDs into compact MCMs
• Design custom passives (inductors, couplers, etc.) printed into module laminates
• Specify RFIC and BAW filter performances; define pin-to-pin lineups, linearity performances, and coupling specifications of RF modules
• Work closely with BAW filter designers, RFIC designers, and package/layout engineers in module floor-planning
• Perform detailed circuit and EM simulations, and co-simulation of the full module with sub-components
• Conduct lab bring-up, characterization, and debugging of module prototypes; drive learnings into improving and optimizing subsequent prototype iterations
• Manage laminate and assembly suppliers
• Develop ATE test plans and coordinate with OSAT teams on implementation
• Support the integration of RF modules into production PCBAs
• Perform yield analysis and implement design improvements for high-volume production

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or computer science
• 5+ years of research and/or industry experience in RF/Microwave engineering or RFIC engineering

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Master's degree or PhD in an engineering discipline with emphasis in RF/microwave circuits/systems, BAW/SAW resonators, advanced semiconductor packaging, or electromagnetic theory
• Experience in designing multi-chip RF modules for cellular or Wi-Fi applications
• Familiar with MCM substrate/packaging technologies (e.g. double-sided BGA), and manufacturing processes
• BAW filter design experience
• Thorough understanding of RF passive components and EM principles
• Experience in the design of linear and non-linear circuits such as power amplifiers, low noise amplifiers, mixers, filters and PLLs
• Module/RF/microwave design using ADS, HFSS, AWR (or similar tools)
• Experience in MATLAB, Python or equivalent tools for modeling and analyzing RF systems
• Familiar with radio related test equipment such as spectrum analyzers, vector signal analyzers, vector signal generator, network analyzers
• Experience characterizing radio performance for cellular and Wi-Fi systems
• Python programming experience for test automation

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to work long hours and weekends as necessary to meet critical project milestones

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay range:
RFIC Design Engineer/Senior: $160,000.00 - $225,000/per year

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short & long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation & will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Exempt employees are eligible for 5 days of sick leave per year.