Sr. Product Engineer - RF/mmWave
MA - Billerica, US
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.
As a Product Engineer in the HPA Product Group, you will be part of a focused team that develops and qualifies new products while also maintains the current portfolio of released products. You will be driving innovation and continuous improvement in a fast-paced, dynamic environment through the use of rigorous statistical methods.
The position focuses on new product introductions, improving yields, maintaining quality and perfecting test solutions for wireless RF products. Interfaces with Design, Applications, Test, Process, Reliability, Quality Engineering and Operations teams throughout the development process. This position will be based in Billerica, MA.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Drive and own Product Engineering deliverables for New Product Development.
- Data-driven decision making based on timely and thorough data analysis.
- Provide detailed analyses for each major design revision during the prototype phase of development, identify key parameters needing improvement and then communicate these to the core development team.
- Practice continuous improvement and yield optimization by tracking wafer foundry parameters, uncovering correlations and troubleshooting process and equipment issues.
- Employ appropriate Statistical Process Control (SPC) principles to reduce variability in product performance.
- Develop test plans for prototype and production electrical testing of wafers and packaged devices.
- Analyze products to ensure manufacturability and data sheet compliance, including setting the optimal screening limits and guard-bands in production test plans.
- Support Test Engineering activities to debug, validate and release production test hardware/software.
- Conduct measurement systems analysis (Gauge R&R).
- Compile and analyze data using common statistical techniques (time-series analysis, CPK, DOE, SPC, ANOVA) and effectively present key results along with recommended actions.
- Generates Yield Plans that provide a roadmap for improving manufacturing efficiency in order to optimize cost models and to meet yield targets.
- Engage in group problem-solving and process improvement projects (familiarity with Six Sigma or comparable methods is desirable).
- Serve as the central technical resource for design, process, manufacturing, test, quality and marketing as products move from the prototype phase into production.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- BS in Electrical Engineering or comparable technical discipline (MS preferred).
- At least 5 years of experience in a semiconductor environment, preferably within the wireless RF industry.
- Understanding of IC Reliability and Qualification methods
- Use and documentation of disciplined problem solving techniques such as 8D or 5-Whys
- Expertise in statistical methods and using databases and statistical software (SQL, JMP, Spotfire, Excel, etc.).
- Understanding of RF/Microwave theory and of semiconductor physics.
- Knowledge of the typical RF test equipment and common test methodologies.
- Must have strong attention to detail, be self-motivated and able to achieve results with minimal supervision.
- A team player with strong written, verbal and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to interface effectively and to build consensus with coworkers at every level of the company.
- Time management skills sufficient to balance multiple high-priority activities.
- Must be comfortable in leading activities and projects at both the tactical and strategic level.
- Background in Wi-Fi and Cellular standards preferred.
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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.