Staff Test Engineer (10495)

SUMMARY

RF/Microwave Test Engineer - This work entails characterization and data reporting of front-end modules (FEMs) used in wireless RF applications. FEM designs involve the integration of a broad suite of Qorvo's RF technologies including, Power Amplifiers, Low noise amplifiers, multi-throw Switches, SAW and BAW filters. This position also requires development and support of various software applications and technologies for Windows and MacOS environments.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assists design and test teams to achieve the optimal module performance including part bring up, test plan creation and full characterization using the latest state of the art in RF/microwave test equipment
• Interface between Design Engineering and Characterization Engineering to review data to differentiate between test issues and performance issues
• Delegate test tasks to other engineers/technicians as needed and follow up to ensure that work is completed following priorities discussed with Design Engineering team
• Provide clear and concise reports using latest data analysis tools
• Troubleshoot complex DC and RF test benches as needed during day-to-day operation
• Develop/modify automated test equipment (ATE) software and hardware for special test situations not covered with existing routines working with other test and characterization engineers to expedite release
• Develop/modify standalone applications used to aid in the post-processing and analysis of collected data or create new tools to implement automation
• Lead and/or participate in cross-functional teams to support continuous improvement around test automation, accuracy, and speed
• Document test system and software designs and help train other team members
• Support lab improvements through 5S continuous improvement initiatives
• Support bench and rack maintenance by working with hand tools as needed and be able to lift and move test equipment around the lab
• Follow effective RF connector care and RF measurement best practices as instructed

Job Qualifications

• MS in Computer Engineering OR Electrical Engineering or BS with equivalent exp required
• 7+ years experience in testing and evaluation of RF/Microwave components and/or integrated modules in the RF semiconductor space
• Required Working knowledge of object-oriented programming languages such as C#, Python, VB.NET or equivalent required
• Proficiency with test equipment such as vector network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, RF signal generators, noise figure meters, oscilloscopes, and/or digital multimeters is required
• Basic knowledge of DC and RF measurements such as S-parameters, power, noise figure, harmonics and other types of intermodulation distortion is Required (specialized RF/Microwave Training Preferred)
• Ability to use data visualization tools such as Spotfire, JMP or Excel and presentation tools such as PowerPoint
• Strong collaboration skills and work ethic needed
• Comfortable delegating work to other team members
• Be able to switch between several assignments to keep forward progress
• Self-starter and highly motivated individuals preferred
• Effective organization skills for systematic planning and scheduling of projects and subtasks
• Knowledge of digital modulation techniques used in CDMA, WCDMA and LTE phones and the associated measurements such as ACLR, EVM, SEM used in RF communication standards is preferred