Sr Engineering Technician

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 multiple 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 innovative team is helping connect, protect and power our planet.

Responsibilities:

• Setup, maintenance, and calibration of an RF test bench that includes network analyzer, power supplies, digital pattern generator
• Perform RF network characterization and PCB de-embedding with RF probes
• Operation of CNC milling machine to expose access to RF probe points internal to device-under-test
• Interpret and analyze S-parameter measurements in various formats (Smith Chart, Log Magnitude, Phase) to determine accuracy and precision of collected data
• Work from schematics, diagrams, and/or written or verbal instructions to assemble and test RF circuits and systems
• Tuning of circuits to optimize circuit performance and meet customer specifications
• Assisting in determining methods or actions for continued quality improvement
• Soldering components on a PCB using a microscope when necessary
• Building harnesses required to interface with device-under-test evaluation boards
• Assisting in the design, construction, testing, and debugging of test equipment
• Collecting, filtering, and documenting large amounts of data
• Benchmarking measurements against known reference or “gold” data as part of daily routine

Required Skills:

• Associate degree in Electronics or equivalent combination of education and experience is required
• At least 4 years of experience performing RF measurements in an engineering environment is required
• Basic understanding of electronic component operation is required
• Basic understanding of theoretical RF concepts such as S-parameters, impedance matching, transmission line impedance, and electromagnetic fields is required
• Strong mechanical skills required to come up with mechanical solutions to accomplish tasks
• Proficiency in the use of computers is required
• Good motor skills for working with small components and delicate RF probes are required
• Attention to detail and carefulness is critical
• Strong analytical skills
• Solid interpersonal and communication skills
• Self-starter that will take incoming assignments and work on them without being prompted
• Team player that can coordinate with other technicians to deliver outputs that are dependent on inputs from others (e.g. milling, assembly, etc.)
• Semiconductor device testing experience is a plus
• Experience operating Source Pool bench in screen room to perform noise parameter measurements

Desired Skills

• Experience with Spotfire and WinCal desired
• Experience with AutoCAD desired
• Experience working with MauryATS desired

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship by the Company.

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