RF Engineering Technician
Date: Apr 13, 2024
Location: Newbury Park, CA, US
Company: Skyworks
If you are looking for a challenging and exciting career in the world of technology, then look no further. Skyworks is an innovator of high-performance analog semiconductors whose solutions are powering the wireless networking revolution. Through our broad technology expertise and one of the most extensive product portfolios in the industry, we are Connecting Everyone and Everything, All the Time.
At Skyworks, you will find a fast-paced environment with a strong focus on global collaboration, minimal layers of management, and the freedom to make meaningful contributions in a setting that encourages creative thinking. We value open communication, mutual trust, and respect. We are excited about the opportunity to work with you and glad you want to be part of a team of talented individuals who together are changing the way the world communicates.
Requisition ID: 72644
Description
As an Engineering Technician, you will be responsible for operating RF characterization automated testers, providing test data summaries for high-performance front-end products. Products include power amplifiers, filters, antenna plexers, RF switches, and RF duplexers typically used in the fast-paced, high-volume cellular market. This role plays a critical part in product realization; he/she will work closely with the Validation Engineers and Test Development teams, conducting datasheet-related testing, data preparation, and presentation in the final stages of product development.
Responsibilities
- Supports engineering activities such as design, test, and assembly of prototype RF modules.
- Collect bench data for RF module characterization and ATE correlation.
- Performs analysis and summarizes data using Excel and other in-house tools.
- Works from schematics, diagrams, written and verbal descriptions.
- Sets up new test benches based on existing documentation or guidance from test engineers.
- Reviews and understands test automation scripts.
- Optimizes tester efficiency to reduce idle time by managing test queue.
- Uses test, development, or diagnostic equipment, including but not limited to oscilloscopes, DMMs, Signal generators/Analyzers, VNAs, and specialized testers.
Required Experience and Skills:
- An Associate degree and four years of relevant experience.
- Knowledge and hands-on experience with RF test equipment: multi-meter, spectrum analyzer, VNA, oscilloscope, signal generators, power meter, power supplies, etc.
- Excellent communication skills, ability to follow verbal and written instructions
- Must be able to use good judgment and exhibit practical problem-solving skills
- Experience with MS Office and Windows OS
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The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is currently USD $59,600 - $104,100 per year. Starting base pay will depend on relevant experience and skills, training and education, business needs, market demands, the ultimate job duties and requirements, and work location. Skyworks has different base pay ranges for different work locations in the U.S. Benefits include access to healthcare benefits (including a premium-free medical plan option), a 401(k) plan and company match, an employee stock purchase plan, paid time off (including vacation, sick/wellness, parental leave), among others. Employees are eligible to participate in an incentive plan, and certain roles are also eligible for additional awards, including recognition and stock. These incentives and awards are based on individual and/or company performance.
Skyworks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Skyworks strives to create an accessible workplace; if you need an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at accommodations@skyworksinc.com.
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