Senior Manager, Applications Engineering

Position Overview:
The Senior RF Applications Engineering Manager will lead a team of experienced engineers in our Mesa, AZ location. Your team is responsible for the demonstration and design-in success of our 5G GaN-on-SiC power amplifier products. You will interface with our worldwide team daily and frequently with global customers. The role will require domestic and international travel up to 10% of the time.

Role: Senior RF Power Amplifier Applications Manager
Job Location: Mesa, AZ

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead a team of experienced Applications engineers.
• Key technical interface to our worldwide team and global customer base.
• Oversee the design and development of Doherty power amplifiers (PAs) using state-of-the-art GaN transistors.
• Guide the optimization of existing designs to meet stringent customer performance targets.
• Ensure thorough characterization of PAs for 5G applications using digital predistortion (DPD).
• Demonstrate a high level of personal energy and drive to succeed in a dynamic environment.
• Provide technical leadership and support to customers through technical reports, conference calls, and face-to-face meetings.
• Exhibit strong interpersonal intelligence in all project execution interactions with team members from multiple design centers and organizations.
• Provide feedback to the organization to improve processes, products, and technology.
• Prepare and maintain detailed documentation of designs, tests, and procedures.
• Involved in planning, staffing, budgeting, managing expense priorities, and recommending and implementing changes to methods.

Key Competencies & Skills Required:

• Strong strategic thinking and leadership skills.
• Ability to manage complex issues and provide innovative solutions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability and knowledge of Lean Practices, Six Sigma is a plus.
• In-depth knowledge of GaN-on-SiC Power Amplifiers for 5G infrastructure applications.
  

Required Qualifications and Experience:

• Master’s degree in electrical engineering or a related discipline with a strong project management background.
• 15+ years of experience RF power amplifier design.
• Over 5 years in a management role within Engineering
• Demonstrated ability to operate in a fast paced, highly dynamic environment, at both a detailed execution level and a strategic level.
• Previous high-volume manufacturing experience.
• Excellent communication and time management skills.