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 

Highly Desired Skills

• Proficient in automated test including design, development, and maintenance 
• 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 (VBW), digital pre-distortion (DPD), modulation testing (AM/AM, AM/PM, PAM, etc), and different modulation schemes (WiFi, QAM, etc) 
• Knowledgeable in TCP/IP, GPIB, IEEE 488.2, I2C, serial 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.