RF Test Program Engineer, PhD or Masters (2025 New College Graduate) at Global Foundries in Essex Junction, Vermont

Job Description:

About GlobalFoundries


GlobalFoundries (GF) 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, GF 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.



New College Graduates Overview:


We offer many full-time employment paths for recent graduates, which provide accelerated training in a fast-paced work environment, cross-functional working opportunities, and talent mobility. New college graduates are provided with mentorship, networking, and leadership opportunities, which give our new team members life-long connections and skills.



Summary of Role:


mmWave test development engineer responsible for the development of hardware and software used to test the next generation of RF integrated circuits. The engineer will work with top circuit designers worldwide to understand their radar, satellite, 5G circuit test requirements and develop custom solutions to be able to test the circuit in a manufacturing environment.



Essential Responsibilities include:

• Design RF Boards to interface with the mmWave test circuits and Test system

• Use Cadence Allegro, Ansoft HFSS and ADS to design and simulate RF board circuits

• Write code in the Java language on a commercial tester to execute the circuit test commands

• Work with external circuit designers to understand and debug the test code and hardware

Other Responsibilities:

• Perform all activities in a safe and responsible manner and support all Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements and programs.

Required Qualifications:

• Education - Graduating with Master's or PhD in Electrical Engineering or related field from an accredited degree program.

• Must have at least an overall 3.0 GPA and proven good academic standing.

• Language Fluency - English (Written & Verbal)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior related internship or co-op experience.

• 1-year hands on experience in RF circuit debug at the IC or board system level.

• 2 years' experience programming in C++, Java in a Linux environment and or windows environment

• Demonstrated prior leadership experience in the workplace, school projects, competitions, etc.

• Project management skills, i.e. the ability to innovate and execute on solutions that matter; the ability to navigate ambiguity.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Strong planning & organizational skills

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Expected Salary Range

$63,500.00 - $142,000.00


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.


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