RF Validation Engineer Winter​/Co-Op

Job Description

Job Title:

RF Validation Engineer Winter/Spring Co-Op

Posting

Start Date:

8/13/25

Job Location:

Newbury Park

We are looking for a Co-op available from January to June 2026 to join our Newbury Park-based Characterization team. In this role, you will assist engineers with developing hardware and software solutions utilized in the characterization and design verification testing of RF front-end modules, filters, LNAs, and Power amplifiers. Our products are used in smartphones, wearables, and automobiles. This internship will provide the student with experience working with RF lab test equipment, automation, software development, and data analysis in a dynamic multi-discipline environment.

Co-op duration:
January to June 2026

• Working with experienced engineers to test/develop multi-chip modules
• Setting up test benches as required and performing calibration
• Collecting test data using standard RF test equipment
• Troubleshooting and resolving test scripts, bench, or technical issues
• Collaborating with other engineers and technicians
• Perform data analysis and provide summary/feedback to the project team

• Working toward undergraduate or Master’s degree in Physics, Electrical, Computer, or Systems Design Engineering
• Strong knowledge of engineering fundamentals and methodologies, and logical thinking
• Good communication, organization, and documentation skills
• Experience in presenting data
• Coursework in control systems, signals and systems, analog circuits
• Troubleshooting and debugging software and hardware systems
• Knowledge of software programming tools (Visual Studio, C++, Python, or other scripting languages)

• Experience with lab equipment, and measurement (Network Analyzer, Spectrum Analyzer, RF Generator, Power Meter, and Oscilloscope)
• Positive attitude with a strong desire for customer and team success to maintain our winning culture

The typical pay range for an Engineering intern across the U.S. is USD $26.00 – $47.50 per hour; for a Non-Engineering intern across the U.S. it is USD $22.50 – $42.00 per hour. Starting pay will depend on level of education, job duties, requirements, and work location. Skyworks has different pay ranges for different work locations in the U.S.

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 a