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Sr. RFIC Design Engineer (RFIC Engineering)

SpaceX· RFIC Engineering
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Irvine, CA$165k - $265kfull-timePosted 3mo ago

About the role

Senior RFIC/analog IC engineer to develop cutting-edge RFICs for SpaceX Starlink, collaborating with cross-disciplinary teams to deploy in space and ground infrastructures.

Responsibilities

  • 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

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or computer science
  • 5+ years of RF integrated circuit experience

Skills

Required:RF/analog/mixed-signal circuit design
Nice to have:Simulation tools (Spectre, ADS, HFSS, Momentum)RF transceiver architecturesDigital communication systems / modulation (QPSK, QAM, etc.)RF/microwave design in Ku/Ka-bandTest equipment for RF

Benefits

  • comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • short and long-term disability insurance
  • life insurance
  • paid parental leave
  • paid vacation and holidays
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan (potential stock/long-term incentives)
  • various other discounts and perks
Last updated Sep 2, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

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