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IBM

NY · On-site

... hardware, microwave/RF measurements, or cryogenic systems. * Proficiency with laboratory ... Job Title Qubit Characterization Engineer Date posted 03-Sep-2026 City / Township / Village ...

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IBM

Qubit Characterization Engineer

Yorktown, NY · On-site

... hardware, microwave/RF measurements, or cryogenic systems. * Proficiency with laboratory ... engineering teams. Preferred technical and professional experience * Experience characterizing ...

Qorvo, Inc.

Sr Characterization Engineer

San Jose, CA · On-site

$115K - $150K/yr

Partner closely with RF IC and Hardware Design Engineers during the early planning phases to align test methodologies with design simulation models. Proactively propose targeted, innovative test ...

Qorvo, Inc.

Sr Characterization Engineer

San Jose, CA · On-site

$115K - $150K/yr

Partner closely with RF IC and Hardware Design Engineers during the early planning phases to align test methodologies with design simulation models. Proactively propose targeted, innovative test ...

Onsemi

$77K - $105K/yr

Senior R&D Device Test and Characterization Engineer Scottsdale, AZ, United States The ... Candidates should be comfortable taking ownership of test systems, troubleshooting hardware and ...

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Test Characterization Engineer Intern

Richardson, TX • On-site

Qorvo, Inc.
Manufacturing • 5 - 10K employees
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$31 - $42/hr

Full-time, Internship

Posted 11 days ago

Qorvo rating

8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

Based on 21 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

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.
Qorvo's Internship Program is designed for college students currently enrolled in an accredited Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD program. Qorvo offers real work experience, exposure to upper management, and the opportunity to pursue full-time opportunities, as available.
Qorvo's Internship Program offers:
  • Challenging, skill-building assignments
  • Mentoring and coaching from industry experts
  • Launch & Learns and other learning opportunities
  • Collaborative team-based work environment
  • Networking and social events
  • Final presentation to business leaders

Qorvo's RF Characterization Engineering Internship provides hands-on experience supporting the operation, troubleshooting, and improvement of RF measurement systems. The intern will work alongside experienced engineers to execute characterization testing, investigate hardware and software issues, and help maintain reliable, repeatable laboratory test setups. Specific projects and responsibilities will be determined based on business needs at the time of the internship assignment.
Responsibilities may include:
  • Set up, operate, and monitor RF characterization systems under the guidance of experienced engineers
  • Execute defined RF test procedures and collect measurement data using equipment such as vector network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, signal generators, power meters, and DC source/measure units
  • Troubleshoot RF test setup issues, including cables, connectors, fixtures, probes, bias networks, instrumentation, and equipment communication
  • Assist with debugging test hardware and software by isolating faults, reproducing failures, and documenting observations
  • Support calibration, system verification, equipment readiness, and repeatability checks for bench and automated RF test setups
  • Make supervised updates to test scripts and utilities using Python, C#, LabVIEW, or similar tools
  • Process, review, and summarize measurement data to identify anomalies, setup-related errors, and opportunities for improvement
  • Create and maintain clear documentation for test procedures, setup configurations, troubleshooting steps, and results
  • Follow laboratory safety, electrostatic discharge (ESD), and equipment-handling practices while maintaining an organized work area
  • Communicate findings and project progress through concise reports and a final presentation to technical and business leaders

Qualifications:
  • Currently pursuing a BS or MS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field
  • Minimum GPA of 3.0
  • Coursework or laboratory experience in circuits, electronics, communications, or RF/microwave engineering
  • Basic understanding of electronic measurements and willingness to learn RF test methods and instrumentation
  • Exposure to a programming or automation language such as Python, C#, C/C++, MATLAB, or LabVIEW
  • Strong hands-on troubleshooting, problem-solving, and attention-to-detail skills
  • Ability to follow technical procedures, maintain accurate records, and communicate findings clearly
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint
  • Self-starter who works effectively both independently and within a collaborative engineering team

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship by the Company.
Competitive hourly pay commensurate with experience: $31/hr - $42/hr (subject to change dependent on physical location)
Posted salary ranges are made in good faith. Qorvo reserves the right to adjust ranges depending on the experience/qualification of the selected candidate as well as external competitiveness and internal comparability.
Base compensation is one element of Total Rewards offered at Qorvo. More information on the Total Rewards package can be shared upon request.
MAKE A DIFFERENCE AT QORVO
We are Qorvo. We do more than create innovative RF and Power solutions for the mobile, defense and infrastructure markets - we are a place to innovate and shape the future of wireless communications. It starts with our employees. As a unified global team, we bring a commitment to excellence, growth and a passion for creating what's next. Explore the possibilities with us.
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcome all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable law, including race, color, religion, sex (as defined by law), national origin, age, military or veteran status, genetic information, or disability.
Qorvo is an E-Verify Employer. For more information, please see the Right to Work and E-Verify Participation posters.

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