Job summary
the principal engineer (rf) will serve as a senior technical authority responsible for radio product and test engineering, and continuous improvement across the full product lifecycle—from new product introduction (npi) to high-volume manufacturing. This role provides expert-level rf technical support, leads complex failure analysis, and defines advanced rf test methodologies to ensure robust product performance, test yield, and production efficiency. The position requires close collaboration with r&d, npi/tpi teams, manufacturing sites and repair centers.
job responsibilities
* act as senior owner of radio product (lte/nr); provide technical expertise across product and test engineering to global production sites (mainly mexico, india, china), repair centers, and npi/tpi programs.
* continuously improve test time and yield.
* optimize test solutions (hw & sw) for production, ensuring correctness, accuracy, and cost efficiency.
* lead high-complexity failure analysis for manufacturing and customer returns to identify root causes and drive corrective actions.
* work closely with r&d.
* provide strong technical leadership and mentorship to rf engineers, promoting a culture of excellence, innovation, and continuous capability growth. Support local jabil site (guadalajara) to elevate rf technical capabilities by close collaboration with site teams.
* potential future involvement in running customer npis at jabil factories.
* potentially support customers in the future on product technical maintenance.
* collaborate with quality and change management for component verification (changes in bom, spot buys, etc).
* may perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
job qualifications
knowledge requirements
* deep understanding of rf design, wireless communication principles, uplink/downlink chains.
* strong knowledge of 4g/5g telecom systems, including rf kpi significance and measurement methodologies.
* expert-level proficiency with rf measurement instruments: spectrum/signal analyzers, vector network analyzers, signal generators, power meters.
* familiarity with test automation and analysis tools.
* experience with python, matlab, labview, vee, c# is a plus.
* strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
* demonstrated innovation mindset and ability to drive technical improvements.
education & experience requirements
* bachelor's or master’s degree in telecommunications, electronics, electrical, microwave engineering, or related discipline.
* minimum 8 years of progressive experience in rf engineering, ideally covering rf design, test development.
* hands-on experience with rf product design or testing in areas such as transceivers, power amplifiers, antennas, filters.
* experience supporting npi/tpi programs and working in high-volume manufacturing environments.
* global collaboration experience is a plus.
* excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills in english and spanish, with leadership presence in cross-functional environments.
working conditions
* regular business hours. Some additional hours may be required.
* travel requirements: domestic and/or global, up to 30%.
* climate controlled office environment during normal business hours.
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