Filter Design Engineer Co-op (Summer/Fall 2026)

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: 76089

Description

This position is for a Filter Design Co-op of RF acoustic wave filters in Skyworks’ Greensboro Design Center. You’ll be working as part of an elite team of RF professionals creating the technology for next-generation cellular handsets and other wireless communication devices and applications. Located in the heart of the Piedmont of North Carolina, Greensboro is a vibrant and rapidly growing city conveniently located midway between scenic mountains and world-class beaches. As part of the greater Piedmont Triad, home to nearly 2 million people, Greensboro offers the diversity, culture, and conveniences of a large city with the low cost of living, light traffic, and friendliness of a small town. Your job function will focus primarily on the design of acoustic filters, including SAW and BAW technology, for RF front-end modules.

Responsibilities

• Design acoustic wave filters for integration into RF modules, while meeting demanding schedules, best in class performance, and critical size and cost requirements
• Follow Skyworks best engineering practices to ensure reliability, sustainability, and delivery of a high production yield
• Drive new architectures and ideas to continuously improve filter and module performance to maintain a competitive edge for Skyworks products
• Conduct design reviews and present quantitative data to demonstrate compliance to internal or customer specifications based on simulation and measured results
• Work closely with module and systems teams to set appropriate goals for filter performance criteria

Required Experience and Skills

• Currently enrolled in MS in Electrical Engineering or equivalent
• Must be able to work 40 hours per week for 6 months onsite in our Greensboro office
• Understanding of RF fundamentals such as impedance matching, distributed systems, passive RLC and resonant circuits, noise, linearity, bandwidth and stability
  Prior experience in EM simulation of RF systems
• Strong circuit simulation skills utilizing Agilent ADS/Cadence and 2.5/3D EM tools such as Momentum or HFSS
• In-depth, practical, hands-on experience on problem solving and lab debugging skills from prototype to mass production

Desired Experience and Skills

• Familiarity with SAW/BAW filters
  Familiarity with cellular RF systems

The typical pay range for an Engineering intern across the U.S. is currently USD $26.00 - $47.50 per hour and for a Non-Engineering intern across the U.S. is currently USD $22.50 - $42.00 per hour. Starting pay will depend on level of education, the ultimate job duties and requirements, and work location. Skyworks has different pay ranges for different work locations in the U.S.

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 [email protected].