Globalstar Telecommunications Limited Covington , LA 70433
Posted 2 months ago
Essential functions and responsibilities:
Analyze data to determine feasibility of product proposal
Research and select electronic components with performance, manufacturability and product cost goals in mind
Prepare or direct preparation of schematics and PCB layout
Use simulation tools to demonstrate design intent
Plan and develop experimental test programs
Oversee test personnel in the design fabrication and testing of prototype models
Use laboratory test equipment (e.g. oscilloscopes, network analyzers, noise figure probes, spectrum analyzers) to ensure products meet their electrical design goals
Select RF components to optimize matching and tuning performance
Analyze test data and reports to determine if the design meets all regulatory, functional, and performance specifications
Produce formal documentation for the manufacture of designated products
Work closely with manufacturing to ensure a smooth design handoff
Mentor Junior engineers and technicians
Required Skills/Abilities:
Ability to multi-task, prioritize projects, and efficiently manage time
Great organizational, analytical, and numeric skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work with other departments to ensure deadlines are met and objectives are achieved
Experience with:
Battery or other low power wireless devices
Schematic capture and PCB design tools (Altium preferred)
PCB bring up and test
Test equipment such as spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, signal generators, DMMs, oscilloscopes
RF component integration experience
Power amplifiers, LNAs, mixers, synthesizers, SAW filters, etc.
Tuning RF traces and circuits.
Embedded antenna design/analysis
Solid broad-based knowledge of and experience with analog front-end RF circuits ranging from 1GHz to 5GHz
Education and Experience:
Bachelor's degree (BS) from four (4) year college or university in Electrical Engineering, MS preferred
Minimum five (5) years industry experience (outside of university)
RF component integration experience
Power amplifiers, LNAs, mixers, synthesizers, SAW filters, etc.
Tuning RF traces and circuits.
Embedded antenna design/analysis
Physical Requirements:
Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times
Globalstar Telecommunications Limited