Sr. RFIC Design Engineer (Silicon Engineering)

SR. RFIC DESIGN ENGINEER (SILICON ENGINEERING)

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Design, simulate and model RF/analog/mixed-signal circuits and systems


• Derive specifications for the RFIC subsystems and circuits


• Develop Analog/Mixed-Signal/RF/microwave circuits in SiGe or CMOS processes


• Work with system architects, modem/DSP and ASIC engineers to partition functions between hardware and software domains


• Perform IC floor planning and layout


• Model package and external parasitic components


• Evaluate and characterize prototypes of the design


• Characterize and analyze full radio performance


• Assist in the development of automated test lab equipment for lab measurements


• Work with manufacturing engineers on production testing and qualification of the RFIC components and systems

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or computer science


• 5+ years of RF integrated circuit experience

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Master's degree or PhD in electrical engineering or computer engineering with an emphasis in RF/Analog/Mixed-signal integrated circuit design


• Experience using simulation tools such as Spectre, ADS, HFSS or Momentum


• Circuit design skills, and experience performing analysis and simulation of both linear and non-linear circuits such as phase-locked loops, vector modulators/demodulators, oscillators, mixers, filters, low noise and power amplifiers


• Knowledge of digital communication systems, spread spectrum, single and multi-carrier techniques and modulation types such as QPSK, APSK and QAM


• Knowledge of RF transceiver architectures


• RF/microwave design in the Ku-band, K-band and Ka-band frequency range


• Familiarity with radio related test equipment such as spectrum analyzers, vector signal analyzers, vector signal generator, network analyzers


• Experience characterizing radio performance in microwave frequencies

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

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

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay range:    
RF/Analog IC Design Engineer/Senior: $160,000.00 - $220,000/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.