RF Package/IC Tester
Remote
Contracted
Mid Level
Job Summary
We are seeking a highly skilled RF Tester with a minimum of 5-10 years of relevant experience to execute comprehensive testing of RF IC packages in various form factors, primarily LGA. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of RF testing methodologies and a proven track record in 5G RF testing. This role requires a strong technical foundation, excellent problem-solving abilities, and a collaborative team orientation.
Responsibilities
Qualifications
We are seeking a highly skilled RF Tester with a minimum of 5-10 years of relevant experience to execute comprehensive testing of RF IC packages in various form factors, primarily LGA. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of RF testing methodologies and a proven track record in 5G RF testing. This role requires a strong technical foundation, excellent problem-solving abilities, and a collaborative team orientation.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute test plans, including test strategy definition, tester configuration, socket selection, and validation for RF IC packages, including small signal, power amplifier, and mmWave components.
- Perform in-depth characterization of RF devices, measuring parameters such as gain, noise figure, linearity (IIP3, OIP3, OP1dB), EVM, settling time, and spurious response.
- Conduct bias controller tests involving ADC and DAC characterization.
- Execute reliability testing as required.
- Support bench to ATE correlation.
- Analyze test data, identify anomalies, and collaborate with engineering teams to resolve issues.
- Maintain accurate and detailed test documentation.
- Stay up-to-date with the latest RF testing technologies and industry standards.
- Travel to international sites, such as Taiwan, for project support as needed.
- Collaborate closely with design engineering to optimize product testability and manufacturability.
- Drive ATE bring-up, optimization, and production ramp-up, adhering to industry best practices and GRR methodologies.
- Optimization of hander settings for best RF performance
- Analyze test data to identify process improvements, yield enhancement opportunities, and cost reduction strategies.
- Mentor and develop team members, fostering a culture of technical excellence and innovation.
Qualifications
- Master's or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
- Minimum of 5-10 years of hands-on experience in RF testing.
- Proficiency in RF test equipment and software (e.g., network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, power meters, oscilloscopes).
- Strong programming proficiency (C++, Python, Matlab, Perl) and in-depth understanding of ATE testing methodologies.
- Strong understanding of RF circuit theory and measurement techniques.
- In-depth knowledge of RF testing standards and methodologies.
- Experience with 5G RF testing is highly preferred.
- Proficiency in data analysis and statistical process control (SPC).
- Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and troubleshooting skills.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
- Willingness to travel domestically and internationally.
- Hands-on experience in small signal testing (LNA, LNA+SW) at 8GHz, including parameters like gain, noise figure, two-tone IIP3, OIP3, OP1dB, EVM, and settling time.
- Expertise in noise figure testing with 0.05dB accuracy.
- Experience in small signal pre-driver testing, including OIP3 measurement.
- Proficiency in mmWave LNA testing (gain, NF, OP1dB, OIP3, NF 1-2dB).
- Knowledge of mmWave up-down converter testing (gain, NF, OIPdB, OIP3, spurious response) within the 15-35 GHz frequency range.
- Experience in mmWave beamformer transceiver testing (gain, phase, efuse, gain, NF, OP1dB, OIP3, EVM).
- Expertise in 8GHz power amplifier testing, including bias sequencing, leakage currents, quiescent currents, AM2PM, pulsed-CW with 5% duty cycle in pulse RF, and modulated tests (average gain, efficiency, ACLR).
- RF theory and application, ATE systems, test program development, data analysis, project management, statistical process control (SPC), and yield improvement.
- Experience with reliability testing methods.
- Knowledge of scripting languages (e.g., Python, MATLAB) for test automation.
- Experience with statistical data analysis tools.
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