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Job Description 

Millimeter-wave/RF systems engineer will have a critical role in developing innovative topologies and architectures for 5G and Satcom networks. In this highly visible position, the mm-wave/RF systems engineer will oversee the system-level development of the-state-of-the-art millimeter-wave front-ends and determine the system architectures for next generation communication circuits. We are looking for highly motivated and talented problem-solvers with strong communication systems and IC design skills as well as solid EM background.

 

 Responsibilities 

Interpret the system-level requirements and translate those to the IC level specifications.

Identify best architectures and topologies for RF front-ends for beamforming systems.

Design mm-wave/RF IC’s such as power amplifiers, LNA’s, phase shifters, up/down converters and frequency multipliers.

Support full-cycle test & design validation, and hardware-to-simulation correlation studies in the lab.

 

Requirements 

Master's (or equivalent) in Electronics/ Electrical Engineering

Solid understanding of RF system analysis such as link budget, frequency mixing and spurs, sampling theorem, FFT etc. Knowledge and experience with phased arrays are plus.

5+ years of experience in Design and Analysis of Radio Frequency Integrated Circuits, including amplifiers, frequency converters, oscillators, attenuators, phase shifters, etc.

Proficiency in Schematic, Layout, Verification in Cadence Virtuoso and ADS.

Experience in EM simulations both for on-chip and package parts. Hands-on experience in the lab, operating essential test equipment such as VNA, Spectrum analyzer.

Experience in programming in Matlab/Python or similar Good communication skills and effective team work.

 

 

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