Principal Test Engineer

Description

In this role, you will work in a fast‑paced environment, developing and executing advanced test solutions for high‑performance RF products used in next‑generation wireless systems.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute RF measurement setups that exceed and enhance Skyworks’ strategic goals
• Analyze test results, identify issues, and drive root-cause investigations with design and systems engineering teams.
• Understand test requirements for RF products including power amplifiers, low noise amplifiers, couplers, switches, acoustic filters, and various integrated RF Front End WiLAN transmit/receive modules
  • Spectral Analysis, Network Analysis
  • Modulated Signal Analysis (e.g., EVM, ACLR, SEM)
  • Noise Figure
  • Digital Pre-Distortion and Envelope Tracking
  • DC analysis / Pulsed current
• Implement and maintain digital control interfaces (I2C, SPI, UART, RFFE) for device bring‑up and automation.

Required Experience and Skills

• Extensive experience developing and deploying software automation tools using National instruments LabVIEW
  • At least 8+ years of experience with LabVIEW software
  • C#, Python and MATLAB is a plus
  • Developing GUI experience is a plus
  • Developing Instrument Drivers is a plus
• Hands‑on knowledge of WiFi, IoT and Bluetooth RF parameters and test methods.
• Database design experience is a plus
• Able to analyze and troubleshoot code remotely – test benches located in different labs across Skyworks locations
• Familiarity with statistical concepts
• Ability to working as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Effective communication
• Curious, creative and a collaborative problem solver
• Possess a team-oriented attitude, accountability and ownership

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Desired Experience and Skills