Power Amplifier IC Design Co-Op (Winter/Spring 2027) - Irvine, CA, United States

This co-op focuses on the development of advanced radio frequency (RF) front-end modules.

About the role

This co-op role involves participating in the development of advanced radio frequency (RF) front-end modules, with a specific focus on Power Amplifier (PA) Integrated Circuit (IC) design. You will gain insight into how products are developed and build technical skills in IC design.

What you'll do

• Design and develop RF Integrated Circuits (RFICs) for multi-chip modules
• Design RF power amplifiers
• Run simulations using Keysight ADS and Ansys HFSS
• Perform laboratory testing using standard RF test equipment
• Troubleshoot and resolve design and technical issues

What you'll need

• Currently enrolled in a Master's or Ph.D. program in Electrical Engineering or a related field
• Commitment to working on-site in Irvine for the duration of the January–June 2027 co-op term
• Familiarity with amplifier operating modes, including Class A, AB, C, E, and F, as well as load modulation techniques such as Doherty power amplifier design
• Familiarity with Digital Predistortion (DPD), memory effects, and their impact on power amplifier design
• Strong career interest in power amplifier design and RF/microwave engineering

Nice to have

• Experience with Keysight ADS
• Hands-on laboratory experience using a network analyzer and other RF test instruments
• Understanding of Heterojunction Bipolar Transistor (HBT) technology

Skills: Power Amplifier, RFIC, Keysight ADS, Ansys HFSS, RF test equipment, HBT technology