#Test Engineer, ATE RF

Qualcomm Incorporated; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 113,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Qualcomm Atheros, Inc. in Santa Clara, CA is seeking a Test Engineer to develop automated production test solutions for RF transceivers and mixed-signal devices, enabling first-time-right launches into high-volume production.

You will build ATE test programs, define RF test plans, and collaborate with design and qualification teams to meet specifications while improving test efficiency and reliability. A strong RF/analog background and ATE experience are required or preferred.

Qualifications

• Required bachelor's degree in Electrical/Electronics and computer Engineering.
• MSEE preferred.
• Candidates with Analog circuits and RF knowledge are preferred.
• Experience with ATE such as Teradyne or 93K is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop ATE test programs and integrate test functions for silicon bring-up in NPI.
• Define RF test strategies, test plans and test procedures aligned to product specs.
• Characterize and validate ATE performance across PVT and report results to teams.
• Use ATE tools and external instruments (oscilloscope, spectrum analyzer, VNA, logic analyzer) to debug issues.
• Support yield and quality improvements during and after NPI phases.
• Be self-driven to quickly learn various aspects of test development.

Skills

RF knowledge

Analog circuits

ATE experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Electronics and computer Engineering

MSEE preferred

Tools

Teradyne

93K

Job description

Company

Qualcomm Atheros, Inc.

Job Area

Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Hardware Engineering

General Summary

** This position is not eligible for Qualcomm immigration sponsorship. ** The test engineer develops automated production test solutions for RF transceivers and Mixed signal devices. This role supports the activities for launching new products into high volume production as well as improving the existing solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop ATE test program and integrate various test functions in the test flow to support silicon bring up in NPI phase.
• Define RF test strategies, test plans and test procedures based on product specifications. Collaborate with design and qualification teams to align test objectives.
• Perform design characterization and validation on ATE across PVT and communicate the results and analysis to cross functional teams.
• Utilize ATE test tools and external instruments such as oscilloscope, spectrum analyzer, VNA and logic analyzer to debug any issues.
• Support continuous improvement activities during and post NPI phase such as yield and quality.
• The candidate is expected to be self-driven to quickly get up to speed on various aspects of test developments

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Engineering, or related field.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Electronics and computer Engineering is required. MSEE is preferred.
• Candidates with Analog circuits and RF knowledge are preferred.
• Candidates with ATE experience such as Teradyne or 93K are plus.

Pay range and Other Compensation & Benefits

$113,000.00 - $169,600.00 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 .

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EEO Employer

Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or any other protected classification.

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