RF Test Engineer

Qualcomm

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Work type
On-site
Location
San Diego, CA
Salary
$94,200–$141,200 / yr
Posted
9 days ago
Freshness
Confirmed live 2 days ago
Closes
Mar 1, 2027
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Below market

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TL;DR · RF Test Engineer

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The RF Test Engineer joins the RF Product Development and Test Engineering group to develop test solutions for the design verification and characterization of highly integrated RF receiver, transmitter, and transceiver ASICs and Front-End Modules. The role involves developing test software, designing and debugging test interface hardware, creating test methodologies, automating equipment, and verifying test solutions. Candidates will utilize tools such as spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, signal source analyzers, oscilloscopes, and ATE platforms like Advantest-93K or Teradyne-Uflex. Required skills include proficiency in C#, Java, Python, or TypeScript, along with experience in RF measurement science for parameters like EVM, ACLR, Gain, and Phase Noise. The work focuses on characterizing devices across cellular standards including LTE and NR, as well as 5G, mmW, and Bluetooth technologies to solve complex hardware and software integration challenges.

Skills

RF Testing Python C# Java TypeScript LangChain LTE 5G NR 802.11x Bluetooth Spectrum Analyzer Network Analyzer Signal Source Analyzer Oscilloscope ATE Exensio Excel SEDana

What you'll do

  • Develop test software for the verification and characterization of RF receiver/transmitter ASICs and Front-End Modules.
  • Design and debug test interface hardware to support RF product development.
  • Develop and implement test methodologies for high-integration RF components.
  • Automate test equipment to streamline the testing process.
  • Verify test solutions to ensure accuracy in characterizing RF devices.
  • Perform key RF measurements such as EVM, ACLR, Gain, NF, IP3, and Phase Noise.
  • Troubleshoot hardware and software issues to develop robust test solutions.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, or a related field.
  • Master's degree in Electrical, Electronics, Mechatronics, Computer Science, or a related field is preferred.
  • More than 1 year of experience in test validation, test automation, and RF testing.
  • Experience with key RF measurements such as EVM, ACLR, Gain, NF, IP3, and Phase Noise.
  • Knowledge of RF test equipment including spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, signal source analyzers, and oscilloscopes.
  • Experience with ATE test platforms like Advantest-93K, Teradyne-Uflex, or Cohu-PAX.
  • Proficiency in programming languages such as C#, Java, Python, or TypeScript.
  • Ability to troubleshoot hardware and software to develop integrated test solutions.

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