Staff RF Test Development Engineer

Qorvo, Inc.; Chelmsford (MA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading semiconductor company in Chelmsford seeks an experienced RF Test Engineer to design and develop test solutions for Silicon mm-wave RFICs. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in RF Test Engineering, proficiency in Python programming, and strong communication skills to work across departments. This role offers the opportunity to innovate and contribute to advanced semiconductor solutions for diverse markets.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of RF Test Engineering experience.
• In-depth understanding of RF calibration methodologies.
• Experience with RF measurements from X-band to W-band.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop test solutions for Silicon mm-wave RFICs.
• Evaluate and debug first silicon.
• Participate in cross functional teams for design reviews.

Skills

RF Test Engineering

Python programming

Data analysis

Communication skills

Calibration methodologies

FPGA experience

Education

BSEE or MSEE

Tools

RF network analyzers

Spotfire

PyQt

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.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop test solutions for highly integrated Silicon mm‑wave RFICs
• Evaluate, optimize and debug first silicon
• Characterize products to develop datasheet specifications
• Develop production test solutions and manage the tester transfer process to high volume sites including tester MSA and GRR studies
• Support the development customer facing collateral for product operation
• Participate in cross functional teams to support design reviews, test coverage, 8D and customer issues

Qualifications

• BSEE or MSEE with at least 5 years of relevant experience in RF Test Engineering
• In-depth understanding of RF network analyzers, including calibration methodologies, calset manipulation and advanced measurements
• Experience in RF measurements from X‑band through W‑band products at the IC or device level
• Strong Python programming abilities, including demonstrated familiarity with numpy and matplotlib libraries for data processing and visualization. Experience in developing UIs with PyQt preferred but not required.
• Experience in analyzing large data sets using Spotfire or similar data analysis software. Good understanding of statistical data analysis and DoE.
• Ability to interface to digital control (SCAN testing, STIL files, SPI). FPGA experience preferred but not required
• Strong communication skills to work across multiple departments including Sales, R&D, New Product Development and Introduction teams
• Highly self‑motivated with a strong sense of ownership to drive high level tasks to completion

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship by the Company.

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.