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RF Test Engineer

San Diego, CA · On-site

$94K - $141K/yr

Company: Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. Job Area: Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Hardware ... Solid understanding of the measurements necessary to characterize an RF device through theoretical ...

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. Job Area: Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Systems Test ... Validates multi-sensor location solutions that combine GNSS, cellular, Wi-Fi, and device sensors (e ...

$160K/yr

Overview Element is seeking a CRA Device Test Engineer to join our lab in Fremont, CA. Element offers end-to-end product Cybersecurity testing and certification services to ensure your IoT product is ...

Company: Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. Job Area: Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Hardware ... Verification of device performance at various operating conditions (voltage, process, temperature)

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System Level Test Engineer

San Diego, CA · On-site

$94K - $141K/yr

QUALCOMM Technologies Inc. is the world leader in supplying integrated circuit solutions for ... and verification of device performance at various operating conditions (voltage, process ...

Company: Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. Job Area: Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Hardware ... Performs hardware/software test, characterization, device performance over process and operating ...

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. Job Area: Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Systems Test Engineering General Summary: As an engineer you will provide technical leadership in defining and executing ...

Company Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. Job Area Engineering Group > Hardware Engineering General ... Responsibilities include hardware/software test, characterization, device performance over process ...

Company: Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. Job Area: Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Hardware ... Characterization of device performance over process and operating conditions * Cross functional ...

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. Job Area: Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Systems Test Engineering General Summary: As an engineer you will provide technical leadership in defining and executing ...

Position - Mobile Device Test Engineer Location - Chicago, IL Experience - 1+ Years Primary Responsibilities/Tasks: * Execute customized test plans to verify performance of mobile devices. * Create ...

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. Job Area: Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Systems Test ... Kernels and device driver domains. * 6+ years of strong automation experience with test case ...

Test Engineer, ATE RF

Santa Clara, CA · On-site

$111K - $166K/yr

Company: Qualcomm Atheros, Inc. Job Area: Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Hardware Engineering General Summary: The test engineer develops automated production test solutions for RF ...

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. Job Area: Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Systems Test ... Kernels and device driver domains. * 6+ years of strong automation experience with test case ...

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RF Test Engineer

San Diego, CA • On-site

Qualcomm
Technology, Communication and Media • 10K+ employees

$94K - $141K/yr

Full-time

Posted 9 days ago


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8.8

Company rating: 8.8 out of 10

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Job description

Company:
Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.
Job Area:
Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Hardware Engineering
General Summary:
The RF Product Development and Test Engineering group develops test solutions for design verification and characterization of highly integrated RF receiver/transmitter/transceiver ASICs and Front-End Modules designed by QCT. Job responsibilities for this position include test software development, design and debug of test interface hardware, test methodology development and implementation, test equipment automation, and test solution verification.
Minimum Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Engineering, or related field.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Master's Degree in Electrical, Electronics, Mechatronics, Computer Science, or related fields.
  • >1 year experience in test validation, test automation, RF testing.
  • Experience in key RF measurements (i.e. EVM, ACLR, Gain, NF, IP3, Phase Noise, etc.)
  • RF test equipment knowledge (spectrum analyzer, network analyzer, signal source analyzer, signal generators, oscilloscopes, etc.).
  • Experience with ATE test platforms (Advantest-93K, Teradyne-Uflex, Cohu-PAX, etc.).
  • Experience with frameworks as LangChain/similar and experience consuming MCP servers
  • Understands board design (schematic/layout), debug, and development, including RF (microstrip, strip line, coplanar), power, and digital routing.
  • Must be able to troubleshoot hardware and software to develop test solutions.

Physical Requirements
  • Frequently transports between offices, buildings, and campuses up to ½ mile.
  • Frequently transports and installs equipment up to 5 lbs.
  • Performs required tasks at various heights (e.g., standing or sitting).
  • Monitors and utilizes computers and test equipment for more than 6 hours a day.
  • Continuous communication which includes the comprehension of information with colleagues, customers, and vendors both in person and remotely.

Desired Experience
  • Experience with Object-Oriented languages and Object-Oriented Design, preferably C#/Java.
  • Experience with scripting languages such as Python and/or Typescript.
  • Experience in RF test methodology development and implementation using different programming languages and test platforms.
  • Strong understanding of RF Measurement science.
  • Solid understanding of the measurements necessary to characterize an RF device through theoretical and practical applications.
  • Familiarity with cellular standards such as CDMA, WCDMA, GSM, EDGE, LTE, and NR.
  • Familiarity with 4G, 5G, mmW, 802.11x WLAN, OFDM, GPS, Bluetooth, etc.
  • Statistical Analysis Capability (Exensio, Excel, SEDana, etc.)
  • Highly motivated, fast learner, team player, strong communication and interpersonal skills.

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Pay range and Other Compensation & Benefits:
$94,200.00 - $141,200.00
The above pay scale reflects the broad, minimum to maximum, pay scale for this job code for the location for which it has been posted. Even more importantly, please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Qualcomm. We also offer a competitive annual discretionary bonus program and opportunity for annual RSU grants (employees on sales-incentive plans are not eligible for our annual bonus). In addition, our highly competitive benefits package is designed to support your success at work, at home, and at play. Your recruiter will be happy to discuss all that Qualcomm has to offer - and you can review more details about our US benefits at this link.
If you would like more information about this role, please contact Qualcomm Careers.

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Qualcomm is enabling a world where everyone and everything can be intelligently connected. You interact with products and technologies made possible by Qualcomm every day, including 5G-enabled smartphones that double as pro-level cameras and gaming devices, smarter vehicles and cities, and the technology behind the smart, connected factories that manufactured your latest purchase. Our powerful connectivity solutions keep you connected—even in remote areas. Qualcomm 5G and AI innovations are the power behind the connected intelligent edge. You’ll find our technologies behind and inside the innovations that deliver significant value across multiple industries and to billions of people every day.

Industry

Technology, communication and media

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

San Diego, CA, US

Year founded

1985