Staff Test Engineer

Skyworks Solutions; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 101,000 - 174,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Ottawa seeks an experienced engineer to test and validate firmware, hardware, and software. Responsibilities include verifying firmware, improving process quality, and performing statistical studies. Candidates should have extensive experience in RF component testing and automated solutions, plus strong analytical and problem-solving skills. This role offers competitive compensation and various benefits.

Benefits

Healthcare access

Retirement plan

Employee stock purchase plan

Paid time off

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in RF component testing.
• 8+ years of experience in testing Firmware and automated test solutions.
• Knowledge of Design of Experiments and statistical process control.

Responsibilities

• Verify new firmware and test solutions before production.
• Improve process quality and reliability.
• Perform statistical studies to validate processes.

Skills

RF component testing

Firmware testing

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Documentation

Programming in LabView

Python programming

Use of RF test equipment

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Tools

RF sources

Pulse generators

Spectrum analyzers

Oscilloscopes

Vector network analyzers

Power meters

Power supplies

Digital multi-meters

Job description

Description

The individual chosen for this position will be a member of an engineering team responsible for testing and validating firmware, hardware and software in a Laboratory. This individual will be executing RF test plans to prove system performance. The engineer will process data and prepare reports. She/He will troubleshoot and run setup validation tests to guarantee accuracy and repeatability. The successful candidate will be an effective problem solver and a proactive process owner.

Responsibilities

• Verify new firmware and test solutions before releasing to production
• Improve process quality and reliability
• Perform statistical studies to validate process capability
• Establish optimum process and provide support to train test team
• Analyze test data and prepare report
• Support in standardizing test benches across multiple sites
• Validate setups by comparing setup performance to a standard
• Troubleshoot RF Test setups to keep the production flowing
• Lead and/or participate in cross-functional teams to support engineering test projects
• Develop new techniques to streamline test process

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Electrical Engineering and 10+ years of experience in RF component testing.
• 8+ years of experience in testing Firmware, automated test solutions.
• Knowledge in the use of Design of Experiments, statistical process control and analysis tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, both technical and interpersonal.
• Pragmatic and flexible attitude with a result- and data-driven can-do mentality.
• Experience in creating, documenting and maintaining work instructions.
• Works autonomously, well-organized, with a good attention to detail, while setting high standards in all aspects of the work.
• Familiar with common programming languages such as LabView and python.
• Proficient with test equipment including RF sources, pulse generators, spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, vector network analyzers, power meters, power supplies, and digital multi-meters.
• Knowledgeable in RF Test. Testing includes s-parameters, noise figure, power, pulsed power, TOI, DEVM and harmonics to mention some.
• Ability to convey complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.

Compensation and Benefits

The typical base pay range for this role is currently CAD$101,700 -$173,800. Starting base pay will depend on relevant experience and skills, training and education, business needs, market demands, and the ultimate job duties and requirements. Benefits include access to healthcare, a retirement plan company match, an employee stock purchase plan, paid time off, 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.

Equal Opportunity and Accessibility

Skyworks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ancestry, place of origin, color, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, record of offences, marital status, family status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.We do not use artificial intelligence to screen or select applicants.

Skyworks welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. We are committed to accommodating the needs of people with disabilities and providing a workplace and recruitment process that is inclusive and accessible to all. Accommodations are available on request for candidates in all aspects of the selection process. Should you require accommodations during the recruitment process, please contact us at [e-mail]. Any information received relating to accommodations will be treated as confidential.