Principal Field Applications Engineer

Overview

Job Description

Job Title:

Principal Field Applications Engineer 1

Posting

Start Date:

2/3/26

Job Location(s):
Woburn

If you are looking for a challenging and exciting career in the world of technology, then look no further. Skyworks is an innovator of high-performance analog semiconductors whose solutions are powering the wireless networking revolution. Through our broad technology expertise and one of the most extensive product portfolios in the industry, we are Connecting Everyone and Everything, All the Time.

At Skyworks, you will find a fast-paced environment with a strong focus on global collaboration, minimal layers of management, and the freedom to make meaningful contributions in a setting that encourages creative thinking. We are excited about the opportunity to work with you and glad you want to be part of a team of talented individuals who together are changing the way the world communicates.

Requisition

Location:

Based in the Eastern U.S. Skyworks has an office in Woburn, Massachusetts.

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We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Principal Field Applications Engineer to join our dynamic and innovative organization. The successful candidate will have extensive experience in the semiconductor industry, possess strong leadership skills, and demonstrate a passion for delivering exceptional customer experiences. The position will report to the Director of Fields Applications for the Americas.

• Territory/Product Coverage:
  Responsibility for Skyworks full broad market product portfolio (RF, Timing and Power Isolation), and customers in the Eastern U.S. region.
• Customer Problem Solving:
  Collaborate with sales counterparts and the engineering team to understand customer requirements, provide technical expertise, and develop solutions to meet customer needs.
• Relationship Management:
  Cultivate strong relationships with key customers, understanding their challenges, and ensuring effective communication between the engineering team and customers.
• Technical Expertise:
  Use Skyworks product and customer architecture expertise to drive design wins. Maintain a deep understanding of the semiconductor industry, market trends, and emerging technologies.
• Project Management:
  Oversee multiple projects, ensuring timely delivery, effective resource allocation, and adherence to quality standards.
• Cross-functional Collaboration:
  
  Collaborate with internal teams, including business units and marketing, to drive product development ensuring Skyworks roadmaps meet or exceed customer needs.
• Performance Monitoring and Evaluation:
  Establish performance metrics, monitor individual and team performance, provide regular feedback to drive continuous improvement.

• Bachelor's or master's degree in electrical engineering.
• Minimum of 5-10 years of relevant work experience in the semiconductor industry, with a focus on field applications engineering.
• Strong technical expertise in semiconductor devices, hands on knowledge of RF communications, Timing products (Clocks, Clock Generators and Jitter attenuators) and Power Isolation (e.g. Industrial drive motors, EV fast chargers, Power supplies).
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with customers and internal stakeholders.
• Strategic thinking and the ability to identify market trends and customer needs.
• Collaboration with sales on strategic account planning for top customer accounts.
• Participation in promotion seminars, trade shows and make presentations to customers.
• Demonstrated project management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks, manage deadlines, and deliver results.
• Strong leadership abilities, with a track record of working with high-performing teams.
• Ability to travel as required to meet with customers, attend industry events and visit internal sites.

The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is currently USD $114,400 - $220,200 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,…