This position is for a Validation Engineer in the Mobile Systems (MSB) Division in Skyworks Newbury Park, CA, design center. The successful candidate will possess an excellent understanding of RF and software skills, be a driven & committed team player, and have excellent communication skills. Our Validation Engineers are involved in the Characterization and Production readiness of high-performance Front End Solutions used by the Cellular/Mobile Device Industry's largest and most successful companies. Validation Engineers are the glue that holds together the new product development process. As a Skyworks' MSB employee, you have the chance to have a uniquely large impact on the success of the company. Validation Engineers' core focus is to create the linkage between design, characterization and production test. The engineer will decipher and convert the customer's specifications into a workable test solution by using AutoPCT. This involves both software and hardware development. In addition, the candidate will work closely with the System engineer to come up with a spec template for Open market customers, which will automate and make the process of creating STC more efficient. The candidate will also work in an interdisciplinary team supporting the characterization and device validation of cellular power amplifiers and front end modules. The ability to tune & optimize Power Amplifiers is a desired skill-set.
The work will include but not be limited to the following:
Software Tools used are:
Hardware Tools that might be used in certain occasions are:
Bachelor's degree and 5+ years experience or master's degree and 3+ years experience
2+ years of experience measuring, tuning, and optimizing RF and/or analog/mixed-signal IC's
Excellent communication, a passion to win/contribute, ability to work in and thrive in a team
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The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is currently USD $87,600 - $167,900 per year per year. Starting base pay will depend on relevant experience and skills, training and education, business needs, market demands, the ultimate job duties and requirements, and work location. Skyworks has different base pay ranges for different work locations in the U.S. Benefits include access to healthcare benefits (including a premium-free medical plan option), a 401(k) plan and company match, an employee stock purchase plan, paid time off (including vacation, sick/wellness, parental leave), among others. Employees are eligible to participate in an incentive plan, and certain roles are also eligible for additional awards, including recognition and stock. These incentives and awards are based on individual and/or company performance.
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.