Qualcomm · 7 hours ago
Hardware Support Engineer - Qualcomm Government Technologies
Boulder, CO
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$36.70/hr - $61.15/hr
2+ years expQualcomm is a company of inventors that unlocked 5G, seeking a Hardware Support Engineer to perform component and system level debug and integration of RF, analog, and digital systems. The role involves developing hardware designs, troubleshooting issues, and providing technical support while collaborating with cross-functional teams.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)Generative AISoftwareTelecommunicationsWireless
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Develops basic to moderately complex features and components of hardware designs in line with product proposals or roadmaps, with minimal supervision from more experienced engineers
Applies basic design rules and processes for electronic hardware, equipment, and/or integrated circuitry independently
Reads device specification sheets and interprets common details required to design various hardware features
Identifies basic ways to optimize tests and/or hardware designs by evaluating device performance over a limited range of operating conditions and configurations
Assists in the assessment of complex design features to identify potential flaws (e.g., electrical, mechanical, hardware), compatibility issues, and/or compliance issues with minimal supervision of more experienced engineers
Documents essential details about materials, components, chipsets, and assemblies for a device; records and tracks changes to design accurately
Troubleshoots common issues with product designs, suggests possible solutions, and documents lessons learned
Provides basic technical input and support for internal customers, with some supervision from more experienced engineers
Acts as a tech lead on small projects with minimal guidance from more experienced engineers and owns the outcome of the project
Provides accurate schedule in preparation of kick start to project
Seeks to continually learn about Qualcomm products
Seeks essential knowledge of industry trends, competitor products, and advances in various engineering fields from publicly available information; shows interest in a specific area of expertise
Assists in conducting specialized analyses (e.g., feasibility studies, signal integrity, power integrity, teardown analyses) under the direction of more experienced engineers
Develops design implementation, analysis, methodology, flows, and automation for development and validation of System on Chip, electronic parts, components, integrated circuitry, and packaging
Provides design solutions to evaluate, characterize and develop the design implementation solution for leading-edge products in the most advanced processes
Interfaces with various cross functional teams (RF, Analog and Digital IC designers, Software, System Engineering, Test Engineers, Customer Engineering, and Operations) to drive and incorporate the latest design solutions in the production program to improve yield, productivity, and quality
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree and 2+ years of Support Engineering or related work experience
OR Associate's degree and 3+ years of Support Engineering or related work experience
OR High School Diploma or equivalent and 4+ years of Support Engineering or related work experience
Completed advanced degrees in a relevant field may be substituted for up to two years (Master's = one year, Doctorate = two years) of work experience
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, or related field
Certification in Electronics or related area
Military experience or training in electronics field (Rank E5+ 2 years)
4+ years of experience with digital HW, SW, and/or analog RF troubleshooting and debugging
4+ years of experience in a lab environment
2+ years in a leadership role with or without direct reports
2+ years of work experience in a role requiring interaction with senior leadership (e.g., Director level and above)
2+ years experience with circuit design (e.g., digital, analog, RF)
2+ years experience utilizing schematic capture and circuit simulation software
2+ years experience with hardware design and measurement instruments such as oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, RF tools, etc
5+ years experience with circuit and system level tests, including set-up and execution of complex automated tests, set-up and calibration of test racks, report generation, and presentation
5 years experience in wireless or portable or consumer electronics development
Good communication and excellent organizational skills
A strong work ethic, and healthy desire to learn
Benefits
Competitive annual discretionary bonus program
Opportunity for annual RSU grants
Highly competitive benefits package designed to support your success at work, at home, and at play
Company
Qualcomm
Qualcomm designs wireless technologies and semiconductors that power connectivity, communication, and smart devices.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$3.5M1991-12-20IPO
1988-01-01Undisclosed· $3.5M
Leadership Team
Cristiano Amon
President & CEO
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Isaac Eteminan
CEO
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