Principal RFIC Engineer

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. By bringing the expertise, technology, and business model of the 21st century’s most innovative companies to the defense industry, Anduril is changing how military systems are designed, built and sold. Anduril’s family of systems is powered by Lattice OS, an AI-powered operating system that turns thousands of data streams into a realtime, 3D command and control center. As the world enters an era of strategic competition, Anduril is committed to bringing cutting-edge autonomy, AI, computer vision, sensor fusion, and networking technology to the military in months, not years.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

As a (Principal/Senior) RFIC Design Engineer, you will help to build a team that delivers state-of-the-art RFIC capabilities for Anduril's RF products. You will be a key contributor to the design, simulation, and verification of high-performance RF integrated circuits from concept to mass production. You will work with other silicon engineers, product engineers, and outside partners to build a world-class team and capability portfolio.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Circuit design: Develop and design complex RF/Analog/Mixed-Signal circuits and blocks, including but not limited to:

• Multi-channel beamforming

• Low-Noise Amplifiers (LNAs) and Power Amplifiers (PAs)

• Mixers and Oscillators (VCOs)

• Phase-Locked Loops (PLLs)

• Filters, switches, and attenuators

• Simulation and verification: Architect, design, and simulate RF and Mixed Signal circuit IPs, performing analysis of noise, linearity, mismatch, and stability.

• Oversee layout and verification to ensure a successful tape-out.

• System collaboration: Work closely with systems engineers, firmware teams, and layout designers to define specifications and optimize circuit designs for overall system performance.

• Product validation: Characterize, evaluate, and debug silicon in a lab environment. Collaborate with product engineers and outside manufacturing partners to bring ICs to high-volume production.

• Optimization: Perform trade-off analysis for performance, power, and area to create cost-optimized solutions.

• Documentation: Generate comprehensive design documentation, test reports, and specifications.

• Vendor Management: Identify and work with outside vendors as necessary to support design, development, manufacturing, packaging, and testing of custom RFIC components.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• M.S. or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.

• Relevant experience in RF/analog/mixed-signal integrated circuit design.

• Experience with RFIC circuit design and simulation tools, such as Cadence Virtuoso, Spectre RF, ADS, and HFSS.

• Hands-on experience with RF lab equipment, including spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, and signal generators.

• Knowledge of basic device physics and semiconductor technologies (SOI, SiGe, GaN, etc.).

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Top Secret security clearance

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Direct tape-out experience with one or more RFIC blocks, such as Phase Shifters, LNAs, PAs, mixers, or PLLs.

• Experience in high-frequency design in the X-Band, Ku-band, and higher ranges.

• Phased Array Design Experience

• Experience with electromagnetic simulation tools like EMX or HFSS.

• Proficiency in scripting languages like Python or MATLAB for automation and data analysis.

We request transcripts as part of the early application process to understand your academic background and how your coursework supports the skills deemed critical for the role. Transcripts help us assess your technical and analytical abilities, complementing our interview process in which we also evaluate practical experience and cultural fit. If you choose not to share your transcripts, you will need to provide detailed information regarding your academic performance in relevant courses, including projects and coursework specifics, to ensure we evaluate your academic accomplishments properly. If you do provide academic transcripts, feel free to redact non-technical information (e.g., student ID, dates, non-technical coursework, etc.). Unofficial transcripts obtained online acceptable for this assessment.

US Salary Range
$220,000—$292,000 USD

The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full time offers; and are considered part of Anduril's total compensation package. Additionally, Anduril offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including:

Healthcare Benefits

• US Roles: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you.

• UK & AUS Roles: We cover full cost of medical insurance premiums for you and your dependents.

• IE Roles: We offer an annual contribution toward your private health insurance for you and your dependents.

Additional Benefits

• Income Protection: Anduril covers life and disability insurance for all employees.

• Generous time off: Highly competitive PTO plans with a holiday hiatus in December. Caregiver & Wellness Leave is available to care for family members, bond with a new baby, or address your own medical needs.

• Family Planning & Parenting Support: Coverage for fertility treatments (e.g., IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carriers, along with resources to support you and your partner from planning to parenting.

• Mental Health Resources: Access free mental health resources 24/7, including therapy and life coaching. Additional work-life services, such as legal and financial support, are also available.

• Professional Development: Annual reimbursement for professional development

• Commuter Benefits: Company-funded commuter benefits based on your region.

• Relocation Assistance: Available depending on role eligibility.

Retirement Savings Plan

• US Roles: Traditional 401(k), Roth, and after-tax (mega backdoor Roth) options.

• UK & IE Roles: Pension plan with employer match.

• AUS Roles: Superannuation plan.

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