Senior Characterization Engineer

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.

 

Job Summary 

• Design and integrate software and hardware to achieve automated DC and RF test solutions 
• Help develop and debug complex applications using 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 preferred with 5+ years of industry experience 
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in RF design, testing, or engineering 
• Proficient with test equipment including PXI 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 LabVIEW
• In depth knowledge of Microsoft Office suite 
• Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal skills 
• Operate independently with minimal supervision