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Sr. RFIC Design Engineer (RFIC Engineering)

SpaceX is building the Starlink broadband system and seeks a motivated, proactive RF/Analog IC engineer to design next-generation RFICs for space and ground deployments. The role partners with systems, firmware, DSP/modem and manufacturing teams to take RFICs from specification through layout, characterization and production.

Skills

  • Bachelor's degree in EE, CE or CS and 5+ years RFIC experience
  • Experience with simulation tools such as Spectre, ADS, HFSS or Momentum
  • Circuit design and analysis of linear and non-linear circuits (PLLs, mixers, oscillators, modulators, LNAs, PAs, filters)
  • Knowledge of digital communication systems and modulation types (QPSK, APSK, QAM)
  • Understanding of RF transceiver architectures and microwave design in Ku/K/Ka bands
  • Familiarity with RF test equipment (spectrum analyzer, vector signal analyzer/generator, network analyzer)
  • Experience characterizing radio performance at microwave frequencies
  • Eligibility for ITAR work (U.S. citizen, permanent resident, refugee, or asylee) as required

Responsibilities

  • Design, simulate and model RF/analog/mixed-signal circuits and systems
  • Derive specifications for RFIC subsystems and circuits
  • Develop analog/mixed-signal/RF/microwave circuits in SiGe or CMOS processes
  • Collaborate with system architects, modem/DSP and ASIC engineers on functional partitioning
  • Perform IC floor planning and layout and model package/external parasitics
  • Evaluate and characterize prototypes and analyze full radio performance
  • Assist in development of automated test lab equipment and lab measurements
  • Work with manufacturing engineers on production testing and qualification

Education

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or Computer Science (required)
  • Master's degree or PhD in EE/CE with RF/analog emphasis (preferred)

Benefits

  • Base salary plus potential long-term incentives (stock, options, long-term cash awards)
  • Potential discretionary bonuses and Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
  • 401(k) retirement plan access
  • Short & long-term disability insurance and life insurance
  • Paid parental leave
  • Approximately 3 weeks paid vacation and 10+ paid holidays per year
  • Exempt employees eligible for 5 sick days per year and various discounts/perks
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