RF Test/Validation Engineer

Job Description

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. 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 creativity and out-of-the-box thinking.  Our work culture values diversity, social responsibility, 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 can change how the world communicates together.

Responsibilities

 • Designs, develops and implements cost-effective methods of RF characterization tests for Power Amplifiers, FEMs, and LNAs.
 • Automating rack-and-stack test setups in a characterization test environment.
 • Investigating and developing RF test solutions. In this role, the candidate will create test plans and automation scripting in SCPI/C++.
 • Evaluate test time and test cost reduction.
 • Investigate new and innovative test solutions. In this role, the candidate may evaluate new test equipment or test methods
 • Create test procedures and documentation for internal use.
 • Read and interpret technical documents, including schematics, data sheets, and test procedures.
• Perform data analysis and Prepare reports using Excel or other tools. 

Required Experience and Skills:

BS degree + 2 years of working experience or an MS (preferred) in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related science field. Ideal candidates should possess the skills below.
 1. Experience with the use of RF test equipment, including
    • Spectrum Analyzers
    • Network Analyzers
    • Power meters
    • Signal Generators
    • Load-pull/Tuners
 2. Experience testing GSM/EDGE/WCDMA/TD-SCDMA/TD-LTE/FDD-LTE/5GNR measurements at a system or component level is preferred.
 3. Test automation using communication protocols including PXI, GPIB, USB, PCI, TCP-IP, RS232
 4. Proficiency with any of the Microsoft Visual Studio programming languages, including C, C++, C#, Python or LabView
 5. Must be proficient in MS Office tools, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

Preferred Experience and Skills: 

• Strong knowledge of engineering fundamentals and methodologies and logical thinking. 
• Excellent written and verbal presentation skills. 
• Coursework in control systems, Communication signals, RF, and analog circuits.  
• Excellent ability to ask the right questions to troubleshoot and debug systems, circuits, and devices.
• Meticulous technical documentation authoring and editing skills.   
• Driven to meet deadlines while held accountable to high-quality standards. 
• Positive attitude with a strong desire for customer and team success to maintain our winning culture.

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