LNA Design Engineer
On-siteCedar Rapids, Iowa, United States
Job Summary
Design and develop SOI RFICs for mobile handset applications, collaborating with analog/RF IC experts to create cellular-band RFICs featuring integrated LNA cores, RF switches, attenuators, and controllers. Work with system engineers and module design teams to establish detailed specifications, report design progress, and address performance and circuit design issues. Leverage expertise in transistor-level CMOS or SOI RFIC design, RF/microwave fundamentals, and simulation tools like Agilent ADS and Cadence to optimize RFIC performance and translate between models, simulations, and physical implementations. This entry-level role supports a collaborative, multi-discipline engineering community creating cutting-edge products for global markets.
Required Qualifications
- Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field
- Experience with transistor-level CMOS or SOI RFIC design
- Basic understanding of device physics
- Ability to develop and use advanced linear and nonlinear models and simulation techniques, translating between models, simulations, physical implementations, and device performance
- Skill in optimizing RFIC performance using RF and microwave engineering principles
- Proficiency with simulation tools, analog and RF circuit test characterization techniques, and equipment
- Strong communication skills, capable of breaking down complex problems, setting priorities, reporting progress, adhering to schedules, and collaborating effectively
- In-depth understanding of impedance matching, passive RLC and resonant circuits, noise, linearity, circuit stability, and electromagnetic theory
- Relevant experience with micro-strip/strip line stack up, laminate/multi-chip module (MCM), PA, LNA, RF switch design, or passive circuit design such as integrated passive devices, couplers, and baluns
- Expertise in using Agilent ADS, 2.5/3D EM tools like Momentum/EMX/Sonnet, HFSS/CST, and Cadence, with the ability to translate between model, simulation, physical implementation, and measured performance
- Strong laboratory skills in data collection/analysis, debugging/tuning, and product troubleshooting
- A self-starter and team player with a strong desire to learn on the job
- A dedicated individual committed to taking products from concept to volume production
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