Job Title: RF Integration Engineer
Location: San Jose CA 95134
Duration: 12 Months Contract (High Chances of Conversion)
Pay Range: $48-50/hr
Job Description:
The RF Integration Engineer will be a key member of the team, assisting with the bring-up, simulation, integration, and validation of innovative antenna and radio designs. This role involves testing wireless/RF subsystem performance against high-quality design metrics, automating test equipment to improve cycle efficiency, and presenting findings to cross-functional teams.
Role Responsibilities
- Assisting with the bring-up, simulation, and validation of RF/antenna designs.
- Testing wireless/RF subsystem performance against predefined quality metrics.
- Automating test equipment to enhance test cycle efficiency.
- Producing test reports and presenting findings.
- Collaborating with HW/SW Engineering, Product Management, and Supply Chain teams.
Minimum Qualifications ("Must Have")
- Education & Experience: BSEE (MSEE preferred) with 3+ years of experience in HW product development and testing.
- Automation/Software: Proficiency in Python, C++, MATLAB, and/or LabVIEW.
- Lab Experience: Hands-on experience with microwave/measurement equipment (Network/Spectrum Analyzers, Power Meters, Vector Signal Analyzers/Generators, traffic generators, and wireless sniffers).
- Technical Knowledge: Familiarity with wireless architectures (radio front ends, antennas, amplifiers, RF switches, filters, couplers from 450–7125 MHz) and wireless networking (path loss/channel models, traffic generation).
- Design Tools: Willingness to learn or prior experience with simulation tools (ADS, CST, HFSS) and schematic/layout tools (e.g., Cadence).
- Hardware: Knowledge of digital/analog electronics and product development lifecycles.
Desired Skills & Qualifications ("Nice to Have")
- Knowledge of wireless technologies (WLAN, BT/BLE, LTE, 5G FR1, WPAN).
- Experience writing test plans and assisting with global certification processes.
- Experience working with cross-functional groups (Radio Compliance, HW design).
- Ability to perform component rework (e.g., 0402 SMT) and use soldering stations.
- Ability to navigate and manipulate ECAD (PCB/Layout) and MCAD (.stp) files.
The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, short-term disability insurance, paid parking/public transportation, paid time off, paid sick and safe time, hours of paid vacation time, weeks of paid parental leave, and paid holidays annually – as applicable.