Senior Engineer, RF Design
Description

  

The Senior Engineer, RF Design role is responsible for supporting the development of next generation Si-Photonic Data Communications solutions in Skorpios’ Sub System engineering team. The Senior Engineer, RF Design will engage in simulation, data analysis, and product development of Module and/or Co-Packaged HPIC based products. 


     

  • Design, Model and simulate MicroStrip / Stripline Transmission lines up 120Ghz
  • Model and simulate resistance and Capacitance effects from EAM and MZM Modulators, Photodiodes and Laser Diodes to provide improved RF performance of the components into integrated circuits
  • Perform impedance matching over large frequency range
  • Establish Netlists and perform DRC for Designs and Layouts
  • Direct HPIC Layout and PCB Layout of designed components
  • RF device testing and electrical/optical s-parameter measurement and characterization
  • DOE Design and Design Validation Testing
  • Design Review Support and Presentation
  • Design for Manufacturability (DFM).
  • Establish schematics designs for PCBA
  • Using computer software to design RF components

Competencies

  • Ability to work in an integrated and diverse team environment.
  • Ability to work with a large body of data and the necessary statistical analysis tools, and the ability to present the data and ideas to a diverse audience. 
  • Good communication skills. Ability to present complex problems to internal peers as well as potential customers
  • RF design circuitry skills
  • Problem solving and trouble shooting skills
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Excel
  • Proficiency with HFSS and ADS Software Design Tools
  • Interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
Requirements

  

  • 10+ years' experience
  • MS or Ph.D in Electrical Engineering, Photonics or a related discipline with emphasis in optical communications and high-speed optical components.
  • TIA and modulator driver understanding a must.
  • Experience with RF design, simulation, and use of optical and electrical modeling tools such as HFSS, ADS to design electro-optical devices, ceramic and organic substrates.
  • Experience with RF design, simulation of 50Ghz+ transmission lines on ceramic or organic substrates with wire bond and/or Flip Chip Bumping.
  • Experience Converting Paper Designs into Layout and components either with customer owned tooling, or 3rd Party contractors.
  • Experience with RF device testing, electrical/optical s-parameter measurements, familiarity with optical components testing methodology including equipment setup, algorithms and sensitivity analysis.
  • Strong background with semiconductor optical devices such as laser, detectors, modulators and other integrated waveguide devices along with a working level understanding of associated electronic circuitry. 
  • Experience meeting development schedules, preparing design reviews, and communicating complex solutions to a multi-disciplinary team.

Preferred Education and Experience

  • Desired are candidates with significant industrial experience in the optical components industry.
  • JMP or Mini-Tab experience preferred

Work Authorization/Security Clearance Requirements

Authorization may be required to release covered technology to employees who are not U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents, asylees, or refugees.