Full Job Description
Qorvo is looking for a PCB Fabrication Engineer with knowledge in PCB and/or IC Substrate manufacturing process for RF product applications.
The technology needed in the quickly changing RF market require that packaging innovation provide the business a strategic advantage. The ideal candidate will utilize their broad PCB manufacturing experience to work with our suppliers in developing new substrate technologies for next generation product / technology requirements from concept to high volume manufacturing.
Responsibilities include:
- Interface between Qorvo design community and worldwide supply base to create technology roadmaps to support future products.
- Develop, qualify, and support clean launch of new PCB material sets, design rules, capabilities, and suppliers in line with centralized Qorvo processes and documentation standards.
- Design material and surface finish evaluations using screening tests and design of experiments to improve product attributes such as RF performance, MSL rating, lower cost, or size reduction.
- Utilize program management methodology to plan, execute, and monitor complex process and/or product development projects.
- Apply problem-solving skills and knowledge to solve challenges related to new technologies or improve existing supply chain capabilities.
- Travel to PCB suppliers to provide technical support for technology development, supplier qualification, and problem resolution.
Required Skills:
- Learn fast in a high-paced environment
- Strong communication skills
- Industry knowledge and experience with PCB manufacturing, including processes such as via drill, Cu pattern plating, panel plating, surface finishes, etc.
- Familiarity across a wide range of assembly/packaging process technologies and materials such as SMT, Die Attach, Wire Bond / Flip Chip, Molding, Multi-layer laminates, etc. is a plus.
- Recognized understanding of IPC laminate/PCB standards
- Experience in developing design rules
- Ability to utilize SPC techniques, DOE, and structured problem-solving methodologies (e.g. DMAIC, 8D).
- Understanding of Design for Manufacturability and requirements needed to ramp technologies in a high-volume manufacturing environment.
- Experience with Altium, KiCAD, Cadence, or other PCB design software
- Effective project management skills
- Proven record of accomplishment in supporting New Product / Processes and/or Technology through innovative packaging solutions
Required Experience:
- 5+ years of experience or an equivalent combination of advanced degree and education in PCB manufacturing
- Bachelor's or higher degree in Chemistry or Engineering disciplines
Job Location:
This is an onsite position where the expectation is to be onsite five days a week. This position can be located at our offices in Greensboro NC, Richardson TX or Apopka FL.
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship by the Company.
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