Sr. RFIC Design Engineer; Silicon Engineering

Location

Sunnyvale, CA

SR. RFIC DESIGN ENGINEER (SILICON ENGINEERING)

Space

X is actively developing technologies to enable human life on Mars and is expanding its Starlink broadband internet system. We design, build, test and operate thousands of satellites, consumer receivers, and the software that brings it all together. We are seeking a motivated, proactive, and intellectually curious RF/Analog IC engineer to develop cutting‑edge next‑generation RFICs for space and ground infrastructures worldwide.

• Design, simulate and model RF/analog/mixed‑signal circuits and systems
• Derive specifications for 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 RFIC components and systems

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or computer science
• 5+ years of RF integrated circuit experience

• Master's degree or PhD in electrical engineering or computer engineering with an emphasis on RF/Analog/Mixed‑signal IC design
• Experience using simulation tools such as Spectre, ADS, HFSS, or Momentum
• Circuit design skills with analysis and simulation of linear and non‑linear circuits including 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 experience in the Ku‑band, K‑band and Ka‑band frequency range
• Familiarity with radio test equipment such as spectrum analyzers, vector signal analyzers, vector signal generators, and network analyzers
• Experience characterizing radio performance in microwave frequencies

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

Pay range: RF/Analog IC Design Engineer/Senior: $170,000 – $230,000 per year. Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case‑by‑case basis based on knowledge, skills, education, and experience. In addition to base salary, you may be eligible for long‑term incentives, company stock, stock options, discretionary bonuses, and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Benefits include medical, vision, dental coverage, a 401(k) plan, short‑ and long‑term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave.

Space

X is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Space

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