RFIC Design Engineer (RFIC Engineering)

We are seeking a motivated, proactive, and intellectually curious RF/Analog IC engineer who will work alongside world-class cross-disciplinary teams (systems, firmware, architecture, design, validation, product engineering). In this role, you will be developing cutting-edge next-generation RFICs for deployment in space and ground infrastructures around the globe.

These chips are enabling connectivity in places it has previously not been available, affordable or reliable. Join us to help deliver cutting-edge solutions that will expand the performance and capabilities of the Starlink network.

- 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

- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or computer science

- 2+ years of RF integrated circuit 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

- Ability to work long hours and weekends as necessary to support critical milestones

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks.

You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Employees accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law.

- 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.

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