RESPONSIBILITIES: Design, simulate and model RF/analog/mixed-signal circuits and systems Derive specifications for the 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 the RFIC components and systems BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or computer science 2+ years of RF integrated circuit experience PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: Master's degree or PhD in electrical engineering or computer engineering with an emphasis in RF/Analog/Mixed-signal integrated circuit design Experience using simulation tools such as Spectre, ADS, HFSS or Momentum Circuit design skills, and experience performing analysis and simulation of both linear and non-linear circuits such as 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 in the Ku-band, K-band and Ka-band frequency range Familiarity with radio related test equipment such as spectrum analyzers, vector signal analyzers, vector signal generator, network analyzers Experience characterizing radio performance in microwave frequencies ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Ability to work long hours and weekends as necessary to support critical milestones COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.