Principal Electrical Engineer

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Principal Electrical Engineer
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Date:Oct 8, 2025

Location: Irvine, CA, US

Company: Skyworks


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 ID: 76147


Description

This position is for a Staff Design Engineer of RF acoustic wave filters in Skyworks’ headquater in Irvine, California.

You’ll be working as part of an elite team of RF professionals creating the technology for next-generation cellular handsets and other wireless communication devices and applications.

Located in the heart of the Orange County California, Irvine is a master-planned city known for its balance of urban amenities and preserved open spaces.

Irvine is close to both the Pacific Ocean and the Santa Ana Mountains, providing residents with beautiful scenery and recreational opportunities.

Irvine has been recognized as one of the safest large cities in the United States.

Skyworks Irvine site is located within the University of California, Irvine (UCI) research park, which has access to UCI’s tech talent pipeline and is a prime spot in the heart of Irvine’s innovation corridor.

Your job function will focus primarily on the design of acoustic filters, including SAW and BAW technology, for RF front-end modules.




Responsibilities

Design acoustic wave filters for integration into RF modules, while meeting demanding schedules, best in class performance, and critical size and cost requirements
Follow Skyworks best engineering practices to ensure reliability, sustainability, and delivery of a high production yield
Drive new architectures and ideas to continuously improve filter and module performance to maintain a competitive edge for Skyworks products
Conduct design reviews and present quantitative data to demonstrate compliance to internal or customer specifications based on simulation and measured results
Work closely with module and systems teams to set appropriate goals for filter performance criteria
Interact with technology and fabrication teams to ensure continuous performance improvements and to steer BU roadmaps
Drive design methodologies to improve accuracy, efficiency, and first-pass success


Required Experience and Skills

PhD in Electrical Engineering with at least 3 years of job/relevant research experience; or MS with 6 years of experience; or BS with 8 years of experience
Experience with acoustic filter and multiplexer designs
Deep understanding of RF fundamentals such as impedance matching, distributed systems, passive RLC and resonant circuits, noise, linearity, bandwidth and stability
Expertise in PA/LNA filter co-design and RF integration
Strong circuit simulation skills utilizing Agilent ADS/Cadence and 2.5/3D EM tools such as Momentum or HFSS
Prior experience in EM simulation of filters or multi-chip modules (MCM)
In-depth, practical, hands-on experience on problem solving and lab debugging skills from prototype to mass production


Desired Experience and Skills

Strong track-record of prior RF filter/multiplexer developments for cellular applications
Understanding of cellular RF systems


The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is currently USD $129,400 - $247,800 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, 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 accommodations@skyworksinc.com.

Nearest Major Market:Irvine CaliforniaNearest Secondary Market:Los Angeles Job Segment: Electrical Engineering, Front End, Telecom, Telecommunications, Network, Engineering, Technology


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