Senior Test Engineer, 5G Base Station

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF POSITION:

The Senior Test Engineer, 5G Base Station will be responsible for developing, testing and verification of the 5G base station, with concentration on the development of the Radio Unit (RU). This is part of the Kyocera advanced 5G base station development for markets in Japan and other countries.

Company Overview

With nearly 80,000 employees globally, Kyocera is a leading manufacturer of high-tech ceramics used in various industries including aerospace, automotive, medical applications, and semiconductor processing. You will find our innovative materials in everything from smartphones to space shuttles!

PERKS:

• Competitive pay, benefits, and hours
• 120 hours of vacation accrued per year to start (that's 3 weeks/year for regular 8-hour shifts!)
• 10 Paid Holidays per year
• 401(k)
• 401(k) company match
• Pension
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible schedules
• Tuition reimbursement

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ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Works with other engineers to develop, enable, and debug the new features from the baseline software/server platform for RU, DU, and CU.
• Works on the development, test, and verification setup for the 5G Base Station development.
• Works with system and RF engineers on the functional and conformance test requirements, test setup, test plan, and test interface.
• Works with team members to develop and execute test cases for Unit Test, signaling and non-signaling test modes for RU and/or DU/CU.
• Develops test scripts using Python for automating some of the test procedures, interfacing to DUT and instruments, and recording the test results.
• Executes various tests, test applications, Unit Test, and signaling and non-signaling mode, OTA.
• Works with system engineers and design engineers to analyze and interpret the test results.
• Works with system engineers for fine-tuning task manager parameters for performance optimization for various test load conditions.
• Works with other team members to debug and analyze new feature logs.
• Works closely with the software development team to perform conformance tests and resolve customer issues found in lab/field/IOT/carrier tests.

Qualifications:

• Master's degree with 4-6 years or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, communication area, or related field preferred.
• 2+ years of experience in Software/Firmware.
• In-depth understanding of 3GPP 5G NR and ORAN standards.
• Programming: Python, C/C++, Shell script. Good knowledge of RF and microwave.
• In-depth understanding of Core Network, traffic generator, and 5G Network Architecture.
• Experience with (R&S/Viavi) test equipment and the related software/signal suite/test scripts.

Exempt: Yes

Pay Range: $119,000- $183,444 (Actual base pay based on factors such as relevant experience, education, market, qualifications, and skills)

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES: The following physical activities are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the 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 regularly required to sit, talk or hear; occasionally required to stand and walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS: The following work environment characteristics 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. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: The 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.

Kyocera International, Inc. values diversity in its workforce, and is proud to be an AAP/EEO employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability.

If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact Kyocera International, Inc. Human Resources team directly. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.