RF Design Engineering chez Analog Devices, Inc.

RF Design Engineer 

ADI 

Analog Devices, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADI) is a global semiconductor leader that bridges the physical and digital worlds to enable breakthroughs at the Intelligent Edge. ADI combines analog, digital, and software technologies into solutions that help drive advancements in digitized factories, mobility, and digital healthcare, combat climate change, and reliably connect humans and the world. With revenue of more than $12.3 billion in FY23 and approximately 26,000 people globally working alongside over 125,000 global customers, ADI ensures today’s innovators stay Ahead of What’s Possible. 

ADEF 

ADI’s Aerospace and Defense (ADEF) business is focused on three (3) key areas of technology: Data-Converters, Radio Frequency (RF), and Micro-ElectroMechanical Systems (MEMS). Our diverse engineering community is a recognized leader providing forward thinking designs that meets tomorrow’s needs, today, at scale. Whether discreet components or sub-systems, ADEF is disrupting the defense industry providing the ability to redefine and deter conflict on land, sea, and air. Space is being redefined in ways only previously imagined. The aerospace industry’s resurgence brings the physical world closer than ever before with smarter, faster, more interactive access with innovative technology that will change the way we travel and move commerce.  Be part of the excitement, bringing your ideas to reality in an environment where you’re encouraged and challenged to reach your full potential.  Together – Let’s stay ahead of what’s possible. 

Job Duties and Responsibilities 

ADI’s Aerospace and Defense business has an open position for a RF/Microwave Design Engineer who will design cutting-edge integrated modules and subsystems ranging from miniaturized multi-chip modules and SiPs to high power rack-based subsystems.  

Successful candidates will have one or many experiences driving development of complex high-integration multi-chip assemblies across the entire signal chain from antenna-to-bits. Products cover a range of military, commercial, and satellite applications. The position has a focus on hardware design and test of amplifiers, up/down converters, synthesizers, and high-speed data converters. Interface with other company staff involved with IC design, manufacturing engineering, program managers, business development, sales, and division management throughout all program phases of research, design, test, and production.  

• Full life cycle system design and test including, signal chain simulations, schematic design, component selection, supervision or completion of layout, bring-up, test, debug and system integration. 

• Design and evaluate complex multi-chip designs and architectures from DC to 40GHz+ 

• Identify viable architectures, complete system and chip-level design trades including frequency planning, spur analysis, phase noise, gain, IP2/IP3, and noise figure performance. 

• Review multilayer printed circuit boards paying attention to high-speed effects, signal flow, and proper design rule adherence. 

• Design for test (DFT) definition & development to improve testability, quality and reduce cost. Design test fixturing to allow for full product characterization. 

• Develop and implement system improvements, modifications, and upgrades. 

• Validate designs through test to ensure compliance to customer specifications and expectations 

Qualifications 

Required 

• Bachelor’s degree and 2+ years’ experience in RF/Microwave or electronics design, or master’s degree with an RF focus. 

• Demonstrated ability and/or experience performing signal chain design in a cross-functional setting. 

• RF/Microwave design experience including chain analysis, circuit/system modeling, and product integration & test (millimeter wave experience preferred) 

• Proficient in the lab working with equipment such as oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, power supplies, network analyzers, signal generators, automated test instrumentation. 

• Familiar with design for power and signal integrity with mixed signal hardware including RF and digital interfaces. 

• Capable of adapting to the changing needs of a design and prototyping environment. 

• Effective communication, judgement, and teamwork skills are essential. 

• Demonstrated ability to communicate with peers, managers, and project stakeholders effectively using both verbal and written communications 

• US Citizen only with ability to obtain government security clearance  

Preferred 

• Experience utilizing RF/Microwave design tools including Microwave Office (MWO/VSS) or Advanced Design System (ADS + Genesys) 

• Experience with developing robust test plans and designing automated test fixtures and test sequencing using Python scripting or equivalent. 

• Problem solving: quickly assess situations, collect relevant information from subject matter experts and drive manageable solutions 

• Planning and organization: set and manage priorities, adapt to change, drive progress of activities, issues, risks and deliverables to closure 

• Act decisively and make clear, timely decisions in the best interest of the project  

• Creativity and innovation: explore new options to bridge project challenges or improve processes, identify and address challenges across functional boundaries  

• High speed data converter (DAC, ADC, and transceiver) experience is a plus  

What’s in it for you 

Hybrid work model, home and in-office, opportunities vary depending on job function and group. 

Compressed work week option – alternating regular week followed by four 10’s with Fri off.  

UML Fellowship Program – work 20h, get paid for 40h and earn a fully funded master’s degree. 

Voted in the top 100 (#75) best places to work 2024 Glassdoor. 

Benefits: medical, dental, vision, 401(k), HSA, HCSA, DCSA, paid leaves and vacation, disability, life insurance, employee assistance, tuition reimbursement, back-up childcare, ESPP, bonus.