Qualcomm · 5 hours ago
Staff RF Design Validation and Test Engineer – Wireless Connectivity & System Integration
San Diego, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$131K/yr - $196K/yr
10+ years expQualcomm is a leading technology company at the forefront of wireless connectivity innovation, designing and optimizing RF solutions that power next-generation communication devices. They are seeking an experienced Senior RF Design Validation and Test Engineer specializing in wireless connectivity technologies to ensure optimal system performance and compliance with industry standards.
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Responsibilities
Responsible for RF validation, system integration, and test efforts for wireless connectivity technologies, ensuring optimal system performance and compliance with industry standards
Perform system-level RF characterization and radio system integration, including modem and radio testing, RF coexistence testing, power measurements, and interference tests
Work on validation of UWB (IEEE 802.15.4ab, 6-9 GHz) systems, ensuring optimal performance in positioning, ranging, and communication applications
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including RF analog designers, modem algorithm developers, hardware board designers, and antenna engineers, to troubleshoot and resolve RF performance issues
Conduct hands-on lab testing, utilizing RF test equipment such as vector network analyzers (VNAs), spectrum analyzers, signal generators, power meters, oscilloscopes, and over-the-air (OTA) test setups
Develop automated test scripts and procedures to improve testing efficiency and repeatability
Analyze test data, document results, and present findings to engineering teams to drive design improvements and optimize RF system integration
Stay up to date on the latest advancements in wireless RF technology and implement best practices in RF validation, integration, and testing
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 4+ years of Systems Test Engineering or related work experience
Master's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 3+ years of Systems Test Engineering or related work experience
PhD in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 2+ years of Systems Test Engineering or related work experience
Minimum of 10 years of experience in RF design validation, system integration, and testing for wireless connectivity technologies (Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, LTE, 5G sub-6 GHz, and UWB 802.15.4ab)
Expertise in RF Concepts and knowledge of system level performance specifications
Ability to hands on troubleshoot and optimize RF performance in real-world applications
Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to plan, execute, and debug complex RF systems in a lab environment
Preferred
Bachelor's or Master's degree in electrical engineering, Telecommunications, or a related field
Expertise in system-level RF characterization and radio system integration, including modem and radio testing
Proficiency with RF test equipment, including VNAs, spectrum analyzers, signal generators, power meters, and oscilloscopes
Hands-on experience in a lab environment, conducting detailed RF measurements, system integration, and debugging complex RF systems
Knowledge of front-end tuning, impedance matching, and RF circuit troubleshooting is a plus
Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers, guiding them in RF test methodologies, system integration best practices, and debugging techniques
Excellent problem-solving skills with a strong attention to detail in analyzing and resolving RF issues
Strong communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to collaborate across multiple disciplines
Experience with wireless regulatory compliance testing (FCC, CE, etc.)
Knowledge of antenna characterization, OTA testing, and UWB positioning algorithms
Prior leadership experience in RF system integration and validation teams
Benefits
Competitive annual discretionary bonus program
Annual RSU grants
Highly competitive benefits package
Company
Qualcomm
Qualcomm designs wireless technologies and semiconductors that power connectivity, communication, and smart devices.
10001+ employees
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