RF Test Development Engineer
Richardson, TX, US, 75081
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.
We’re hiring an RF Test Development Engineer to join our High Performance Analog Product Development team, where you’ll develop automated RF test solutions for products in the Aerospace and Defense markets. You’ll architect and debug the full test stack, RF hardware (load boards/fixtures/contactors/switching) and automation software for instrument control. In this highly visible role, you’ll define test plans, calibration methods, and documentation that enable smooth production transfer and long-term support.
This is an onsite role where the expectation is to be onsite five days a week at our Richardson TX office.
Responsibilities
- Develop, validate, and release automated RF semiconductor test solutions using VNAs, signal generators, power sensors, SMUs, and related instrumentation.
- Define RF and DC measurement methodologies to ensure accurate, repeatable, and efficient production testing.
- Design and support RF test hardware, including load boards, fixtures, test sockets, and interface cabling.
- Perform measurement system analysis (GRR/ANOVA) to qualify production test capability.
- Create and maintain test plans, calibration procedures, and production documentation.
- Analyze large data sets to troubleshoot measurement issues, determine root cause, and implement corrective actions.
- Support correlation between production (socketed) and design bench (soldered) performance.
- Partner with cross-functional teams (Design, Product, Manufacturing) to develop and release robust test solutions.
- Travel less than 10% domestically.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- 2+ years of hands-on experience in RF test development or RF measurements.
- Strong understanding of RF and DC measurement fundamentals.
- Experience designing or troubleshooting RF test hardware (PCBs, connectors, RF signal paths).
- Experience controlling instrumentation via SCPI, LAN, GPIB, or USB.
- Ability to read and interpret schematics and device datasheets.
- Proven problem-solving skills with a track record of driving issues to closure.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience modifying code within C#, Python, or another programming language
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship by the Company.
This position requires a Security Clearance. Applicant must be a US Citizen and have the ability to obtain and maintain a US Government security clearance.
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