Principal Microwave Design Engineer

Principal Microwave Design Engineer

Experience Level: Professional

Job Type: Regular

Location:

Richardson, TX, US, 75081

Requisition

We are looking for a designer responsible for the development of innovative, leading‑edge GaN based RF products. This will involve designing RF PA products using GaN technologies and implementing electrical designs in low‑cost, thermally efficient package platforms such as overmold, laminate, metal base, and air cavity.

• Technical lead role for RF discrete transistor & module‑based product development.
• Discrete transistor & module design using linear and nonlinear models and 2.5D and 3D electromagnetic simulators.
• Convert simulated product designs into physical assembly drawings.
• Develop PA reference designs for sampling to customers.
• Manage product checkout, optimization, and design verification testing in the test lab.
• Execute verification test analysis and present results to the internal customer.
• Provide technical input for product datasheets.
• Support product through critical lifecycle stages including concept/feasibility, development, qualification, and production.

• BS Electrical Engineering with preferred curriculum emphasis in RF or Microwave technology and 12+ years experience.
• Must be willing to work under high expectations of performance and have dedication to solving the given problem.
• Experience with design tools ADS and Cadence-MWO and EM simulators such as AXIEM, Momentum, Analyst and HFSS.
• Must be knowledgeable in III‑V semiconductor operation and application.
• RF/Microwave design experience with GaN, HBT, or LDMOS RF technologies; prior MMIC design highly desirable.
• Experience using and understanding of vector network analyzers, signal analyzers, oscilloscopes, power meters, and load pull systems.
• Ability to operate lab testing with minimal oversight while ensuring safety of personnel and equipment.
• Ability to provide direction efficiently and effectively to lab technicians.
• Strong written and oral communication skills with the ability to concisely summarize highly technical concepts.
• Strong ability to meet product technical needs and schedules.
• Able to multi‑task and work within cross‑functional groups.

This position requires access to ITAR/EAR technologies. Applicant must be a US Person (US citizen, permanent resident, asylee, or refugee) or eligible to obtain necessary export authorizations.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcome all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable law, including race, color, religion, sex (as defined by law), national origin, age, military or veteran status, genetic information, or disability.