Join Kyocera International, Inc! We're hiring a Senior RF/MW Engineer at our San Diego, CA facility!
Salary Range: $90,000 - 130,000 annually (Actual base pay based on factors such as relevant experience, education, market, qualifications, and skills.)
General Description of PositionThe Microwave RF Engineer is responsible for the development, testing, and validation of mmWave and RF technologies, actively contributing throughout the product development cycle. The role focuses on highly integrated wireless systems and advanced measurement techniques.
Responsibilities include passive and active device characterization, cascaded measurements, and over-the-air (OTA) testing of horn and phased-array antennas. The engineer develops automated test setups, controls instrumentation, analyzes large datasets, and performs troubleshooting as needed.
This position owns circuit- and system-level solutions for wireless chipsets, working closely with design teams and technicians. The role includes presenting technical results, interpreting schematics, supporting firmware or test program updates, and occasionally leading projects or mentoring team members.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities - Design, analyze, and validate RF and microwave mixed-signal circuits including amplifiers, mixers, filters, PLLs, and frequency synthesizers while supporting multiple time-sensitive project milestones.
- Apply advanced RF measurement techniques including calibration and de-embedding, small-signal analysis, mixer spur analysis, linear and nonlinear device characterization, filtering, and EVM evaluation.
- Perform repeatable and accurate RF characterization and data validation using Python and MATLAB; utilize data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI) as needed.
- Operate and support RF laboratory equipment including vector network analyzers (VNA), spectrum/signal analyzers, signal generators, oscilloscopes, DC power supplies, LCR meters, and digital multimeters.
- Support development of advanced microwave and millimeter-wave subsystems including RF front ends, radar receivers, wideband tuners, and synthesized sources.
- Conduct conducted and over-the-air (OTA) antenna measurements with working knowledge of electromagnetics and 5G FR2 measurement standards; understand applicable compliance and industry standards for 5G products.
- Develop, implement, and maintain automated test scripts in Python to control DUTs and interface with laboratory instrumentation.
- Design and build comprehensive test setups for IC test keys and IC modules; analyze and optimize IC performance through bias adjustment and frequency tuning across operating bands.
- Support firmware updates, microcontroller configuration, and serial bus interfaces as part of the device test infrastructure.
- Generate clear, data-driven technical reports and presentations with accurate analysis and well-supported conclusions.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including digital design, IC implementation, and third-party suppliers to define system-level analog and digital requirements.
- Contribute to process development and continuous improvement initiatives; provide technical guidance or training when required.
- Focus on developing power-optimized solutions while meeting system performance targets.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
QualificationsTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty mentioned satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Minimum QualificationsBachelors degree required.
Ability to pass a criminal background check and drug screen.
Education & ExperienceMaster's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field with 5+ years of relevant industry experience; or Bachelor's degree with equivalent practical experience in RF/microwave engineering.
Physical Activities The following physical activities described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and expectations.
While performing the functions of this job, the employee is continuously required to talk or hear; regularly required to stand, walk, sit; occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and depth perception.
Environmental ConditionsThe following work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the functions of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to work near moving mechanical parts, work in high, precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals.
The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
Additional InformationThe above statements are intended to describe the work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. The duties and responsibilities of this position are subject to change and other duties may be assigned or removed at any time. This position may require exposure to information subject to US Export Control regulations, i.e.: the International Traffic and Arms Regulations (ITAR) or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). All applicants must be US persons within the meaning of US regulations.
