Qorvo (formerly RF MICRO DEVICES)
Sr RF Characterization Engineer (8527)
Qorvo (formerly RF MICRO DEVICES), Greensboro, North Carolina, us, 27497
Qorvo (Nasdaq: QRVO) supplies innovative semiconductor solutions that make a better world possible.
We combine product and technology leadership, systems-level expertise and global manufacturing scale to quickly solve our customers' most complex technical challenges.
Qorvo serves diverse high-growth segments of large global markets, including consumer electronics, smart home/IoT, automotive, EVs, battery-powered appliances, network infrastructure, healthcare and aerospace/defense.
Visit www.qorvo.com to learn how our diverse and innovative team is helping connect, protect and power our planet.
JobSummary
Design and integratesoftware and hardware to achieve automated DC and RF test solutions
Help develop and debug complex applicationsusing C#/VB.NET and Python
Prepares test and diagnostic programs, designs test fixtures and equipment, and completes specifications and procedures for new products
Work with other engineering teams to develop automated RF test hardware and software platforms utilizing the latest industry technologies and capabilities
Mentor engineers and technicians on platform use, RF test methodologies, and custom tool usage
Create formal documentation of platform hardware, software, and system architecture
RF test system architecture design using Spectrum Analyzers, Signal Generators, Network Analyzers, Power Meters, and PXI based RF/Digital/Analog equipment
Evaluate and research new test equipment as well as evolving wireless standards and test methodologies
Hardware development such as custom board layout or fixturing for test systems
Investigate and resolve application issues, bottlenecks, and inefficiencies
Provide input on capital and non-capital hardware/software needed for lab
Lead and/or participate in cross-functional teams to support engineering test projects
Create test plans, procedures, and reports
Support design verification testing
Job Requirements
A minimum of a Bachelors Degree in an Engineering discipline, Bachelors or Masters Degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering preferredwith 8+ years of industry experience
Minimum of 5 years of experience in RF design, testing, or engineering
Proficient with test equipment includingPXI systems,RF sources, pulse generators, spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, oscilloscopes, vector network analyzers,noise figure analyzers,power meters, power supplies, and digital multi-meters
Software development experience in C#.NET, VB.NET, Python, and/or Matlab
In depthknowledge of Microsoft Office suite
Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal skills
**Highly Desired Skills
**
Proficient in automatedtestincluding design, development, and maintenance of test and characterization systems
Experience working on Agile/Scrum software development teams
Knowledge of National Instruments software stack/API (e.g. NI VISA, NI RFmx, etc.)
Knowledgeable in S-parameters, noise figure, power, pulsed power,high power RF,TOI, harmonics, ACP,Video Bandwidth ( BW),digital pre-distortion (DPD),modulation testing(AM/AM, AM/PM, PAM,etc), and different modulation schemes (WiFi, QAM,etc)
Knowledgeable inTCP/IP,GPIB, IEEE 488.2,I2C, MIPI, SPI, orJTAG communications
We are open to this person sitting in our Greensboro, NC or Chelmsford, MA offices.
*This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship by the Company.
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MAKE A DIFFERENCE AT QORVO
We are Qorvo. We do more than create innovative RF and Power solutions for the mobile, defense and infrastructure markets - we are a place to innovate and shape the future of wireless communications. It starts with our employees. As a unified global team, we bring a commitment to excellence, growth and a passion for creating what's next. Explore the possibilities with us.
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) / Affirmative Action employer and welcome all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, military or veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, and/or any other status protected by law.
We combine product and technology leadership, systems-level expertise and global manufacturing scale to quickly solve our customers' most complex technical challenges.
Qorvo serves diverse high-growth segments of large global markets, including consumer electronics, smart home/IoT, automotive, EVs, battery-powered appliances, network infrastructure, healthcare and aerospace/defense.
Visit www.qorvo.com to learn how our diverse and innovative team is helping connect, protect and power our planet.
JobSummary
Design and integratesoftware and hardware to achieve automated DC and RF test solutions
Help develop and debug complex applicationsusing C#/VB.NET and Python
Prepares test and diagnostic programs, designs test fixtures and equipment, and completes specifications and procedures for new products
Work with other engineering teams to develop automated RF test hardware and software platforms utilizing the latest industry technologies and capabilities
Mentor engineers and technicians on platform use, RF test methodologies, and custom tool usage
Create formal documentation of platform hardware, software, and system architecture
RF test system architecture design using Spectrum Analyzers, Signal Generators, Network Analyzers, Power Meters, and PXI based RF/Digital/Analog equipment
Evaluate and research new test equipment as well as evolving wireless standards and test methodologies
Hardware development such as custom board layout or fixturing for test systems
Investigate and resolve application issues, bottlenecks, and inefficiencies
Provide input on capital and non-capital hardware/software needed for lab
Lead and/or participate in cross-functional teams to support engineering test projects
Create test plans, procedures, and reports
Support design verification testing
Job Requirements
A minimum of a Bachelors Degree in an Engineering discipline, Bachelors or Masters Degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering preferredwith 8+ years of industry experience
Minimum of 5 years of experience in RF design, testing, or engineering
Proficient with test equipment includingPXI systems,RF sources, pulse generators, spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, oscilloscopes, vector network analyzers,noise figure analyzers,power meters, power supplies, and digital multi-meters
Software development experience in C#.NET, VB.NET, Python, and/or Matlab
In depthknowledge of Microsoft Office suite
Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal skills
**Highly Desired Skills
**
Proficient in automatedtestincluding design, development, and maintenance of test and characterization systems
Experience working on Agile/Scrum software development teams
Knowledge of National Instruments software stack/API (e.g. NI VISA, NI RFmx, etc.)
Knowledgeable in S-parameters, noise figure, power, pulsed power,high power RF,TOI, harmonics, ACP,Video Bandwidth ( BW),digital pre-distortion (DPD),modulation testing(AM/AM, AM/PM, PAM,etc), and different modulation schemes (WiFi, QAM,etc)
Knowledgeable inTCP/IP,GPIB, IEEE 488.2,I2C, MIPI, SPI, orJTAG communications
We are open to this person sitting in our Greensboro, NC or Chelmsford, MA offices.
*This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship by the Company.
*
MAKE A DIFFERENCE AT QORVO
We are Qorvo. We do more than create innovative RF and Power solutions for the mobile, defense and infrastructure markets - we are a place to innovate and shape the future of wireless communications. It starts with our employees. As a unified global team, we bring a commitment to excellence, growth and a passion for creating what's next. Explore the possibilities with us.
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) / Affirmative Action employer and welcome all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, military or veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, and/or any other status protected by law.