Principal Applications Engineer

Skyworks Solutions, Inc
$122,900.00 - $255,200.00 / yr
parental leave, paid time off, 401(k)
United States, Texas, Richardson
Oct 27, 2026
Job Description Apply now Job Title: Principal Applications Engineer Posting Start Date: 10/27/26 Job Location(s): TX,Campbell Rd If you are looking for a challenging and exciting career in the world of technology, then look no further. Skyworks is an innovator of high-performance analog semiconductors whose solutions are powering the wireless networking revolution.Through our broad technology expertise and one of the most extensive product portfolios in the industry, we are Connecting Everyone and Everything, All the Time. At Skyworks, you will find a fast-paced environment with a strong focus on global collaboration, minimal layers of management, and the freedom to make meaningful contributions in a setting that encourages creative thinking. We are excited about the opportunity to work with you and glad you want to be part of a team of talented individuals who together are changing the way the world communicates. Requisition ID:78895 Job Description: Description SUMMARY: It is an exciting time to be an Application Engineer in the Defense & Aerospace business unit within Qorvo's High Performance Analog group. Qorvo manufactures and markets high performance RF circuits that connect, protect and power the world. The Applications Engineer supports our customers with recommending and implementing our products in their applications, solving their problems with existing products, generating and maintaining product marketing information. Our customers rely on us to solve the industry's most complex engineering problems and that takes brain power and willingness to create and innovate. Join us and help us continue to create innovative technologies for a more connected world all around you. Responsibilities RESPONSIBILITIES: * Provide technical support for a growing portfolio of RF and Microwave active and passive products for a multitude of applications. * Contribute to the Applications Engineering team supporting products for Radar, EW, Communication, and Space applications. * Collaborate with customers and the Sales and Marketing teams to grow Qorvo's business in the Defense and Aerospace market. * Determine and evaluate customer requirements for specific applications and recommend the right solutions including assistance with design-in for system integration. * Troubleshoot as needed for the customer's systems implementation of Qorvo's products. * Work closely with the design team and product line managers to create and maintain product datasheets and application note documentation, product evaluation boards, and training material for customers. * Work with product line managers to ensure that customer requirements are met with new product introductions. * Support competitive technical analysis and benchmarking of products. Required Experience and Skills REQUIREMENTS: * BS in Electrical Engineering degree required; MS degree preferred with a focus on RF/Microwave technology. * Minimum 5 years of experience in RF/Microwave industry as Applications or Design Engineer with working knowledge of GaN and GaAs RF/Microwave semiconductors for discrete and MMIC power amplifiers, LNA, phase shifters, limiters, converters, switches, and filters. Design Engineering experience preferred. * Working knowledge of using spectrum analyzers, signal generators, network analyzer, oscilloscopes, load pull, and other test equipment as needed. * Good communication and customer collaboration skills * Ability to work independently and in a team, as well as working on solutions for issues in customer designs * Occasional travel required. Desired Experience and Skills Desired Skills * Capable of linear/nonlinear simulation using ADS or MWO CAD software. #LI-SM1 The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is currently USD$122,900 -$255,200 per year. Starting base pay will depend on relevant experience and skills, training and education, business needs, market demands, the ultimate job duties and requirements, and work location. Skyworks has different base pay ranges for different work locations in the U.S. Benefits include access to healthcare benefits (including a premium-free medical plan option), a 401(k) plan and company match, an employee stock purchase plan, paid time off (including vacation, sick/wellness, parental leave), among others. Employees are eligible to participate in an incentive plan, and certain roles are also eligible for additional awards, including recognition and stock. These incentives and awards are based on individual and/or company performance. Skyworks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.Skyworks strives to create an accessible workplace; if you need an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at accommodations@skyworksinc.com. Apply now