mmWave test engineer
Global Foundries

About GlobalFoundries:

GlobalFoundries is a leading full-service semiconductor foundry providing a unique combination of design, development, and fabrication services to some of the world's most inspired technology companies. With a global manufacturing footprint spanning three continents, GlobalFoundries makes possible the technologies and systems that transform industries and give customers the power to shape their markets. For more information, visit www.gf.com.

Summary of Role: Specifically this engineer will interface with RF circuit design teams all over the world to develop Advantest 93K schematics using 2d and 3d mmWave simulation tools. Design custom test boards to test their mmWave radar and RF transceivers using the Advantest 93K. They will be a part of an experienced mmWave test development group responsible for the development of mmWave test solutions for custom RF IC's fabricated in GF's technologies and used in the auto, space and consumer mmWave transceiver market place

Essential Responsibilities:

• Use system design tools like Cadence Allegro to create Advantest 93K mmWave test board
  
• Write test programs in Java, Smart test 8 on the Advantest 93K wave scale RF test system
  
• Leverage the latest in mmWave components, cables and assemblies to design custom RF measurement circuits.
  
• Interface with external customers to understand RF test requirements and characterize next generation RF ICs.
  
• Program custom hardware on Advantest 93K test equipment
  
  

Other Responsibilities:

• Perform all activities in a safe and responsible manner and support all Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements, and programs.
  
• Analyze RF electrical data to understand test accuracy, stability, and repeatability.
  
• Use mmWave bench equipment to debug custom designed RF test boards.
  
  

Required Qualifications:

• Education - BSEE, MSEE, or Phd Physics in mmWave design or a related field.
  
• Skills in mmWave simulation, RF circuit debug, data analysis.
  
• Fluency in Java or python programming,
  
• Travel - Up to 10%/year
  
• Fluency in English Language - written & verbal.
  
• Physical Capacity Demands - ability to use RF lab equipment such as scopes, spectrum analyzers and network analyzers to probe RF board level circuit boards.
  
• Ability to get to work every day, on site at the Burlington Vermont mmWave development lab in Essex junction Vermont.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Education - MS EE in mmWave System level design
  
• Experience - Hands on experience debugging RF circuits.
  
• Skills - Experience using the RF modeling at 18GHz or greater
  
• 1 year experience in Java, C++ or Python programming
  
• Ability to innovate and execute on solutions that matter; the ability to navigate ambiguity.
  
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  
• Strong planning & organizational skills.
  

Expected Salary Range

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at usaccommodations@gf.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

An offer with GlobalFoundries is conditioned upon the successful completion of pre-employment conditions, as applicable, and subject to applicable laws and regulations.

GlobalFoundries is fully committed to equal opportunity in the workplace and believes that cultural diversity within the company enhances its business potential. GlobalFoundries goal of excellence in business necessitates the attraction and retention of highly qualified people. Artificial barriers and stereotypic biases detract from this objective and may be illegally discriminatory.

All policies and processes which pertain to employees including recruitment, selection, training, utilization, promotion, compensation, benefits, extracurricular programs, and termination are created and implemented without regard to age, ethnicity, ancestry, color, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religion, political and/or third-party affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other characteristic or category specified by local, state or federal law.

The exact Salary will be determined based on qualifications, experience and location.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at usaccommodations@gf.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

An offer with GlobalFoundries is conditioned upon the successful completion of pre-employment conditions, as applicable, and subject to applicable laws and regulations.

GlobalFoundries is fully committed to equal opportunity in the workplace and believes that cultural diversity within the company enhances its business potential. GlobalFoundries goal of excellence in business necessitates the attraction and retention of highly qualified people. Artificial barriers and stereotypic biases detract from this objective and may be illegally discriminatory.

All policies and processes which pertain to employees including recruitment, selection, training, utilization, promotion, compensation, benefits, extracurricular programs, and termination are created and implemented without regard to age, ethnicity, ancestry, color, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religion, political and/or third-party affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other characteristic or category specified by local, state or federal law

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