Test Engineer, ATE RF

Qualcomm

Actively hiring Posted this week
Santa Clara, CA Posted 6 days ago $111,300–$166,900 / year
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TL;DR

At Qualcomm Atheros, the test engineer role supports high-volume production launches and improvements for RF transceivers and mixed-signal devices. This position involves developing automated test equipment (ATE) programs, defining test strategies, and collaborating with design teams to ensure alignment on test objectives. Daily tasks include characterizing designs, validating tests across process-voltage-temperature conditions, debugging issues using ATE tools and external instruments like oscilloscopes and VNAs, and supporting continuous improvement efforts post-launch. Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Electronics Engineering or related field, with preference for MSEE, analog circuits knowledge, and experience with ATE systems such as Teradyne or 93K.

Skills

ATE Teradyne 93K Python C++ LabVIEW Rigol Tektronix Agilent VNA Spectrum_Analyzer Oscilloscope Logic_Analyzer RF_Transceivers Mixed_Signal_Devices CI/CD

What you'll do

  • Develop automated test programs for RF transceivers and mixed-signal devices.
  • Define and implement RF test strategies based on product specifications.
  • Characterize designs and validate tests across process, voltage, temperature ranges.
  • Debug issues using ATE tools and external instruments like oscilloscopes and VNAs.
  • Support continuous improvement of yield and quality post NPI phase.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Electronics Engineering required; MSEE preferred.
  • Experience with ATE systems like Teradyne or 93K is beneficial.
  • Strong knowledge of analog circuits and RF technology needed.
  • Ability to develop automated production test solutions for RF transceivers.
  • Define and execute RF test strategies, plans, and procedures based on specifications.
  • Utilize various instruments (oscilloscope, spectrum analyzer) for debugging issues.

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