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Failure Analysis Engineer (RF)

Apple· Hardware
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ShanghaiFull-timePosted 4mo ago

About the role

Role focuses on diagnosing and solving complex RF-related product anomalies. In a lab environment, analyze background of anomalies, design investigation plans, operate advanced RF fault isolation tools, report findings, and present data in global meetings and executive reviews.

Responsibilities

  • Analyze the background of product anomalies to design creative and effective investigation plans.
  • Conduct thorough investigations, operating a wide array of advanced electrical fault isolation tools.
  • Report findings and collaborate with peers to debate conclusions and recommend corrective actions.
  • Present critical data and strategic next steps in global meetings and executive reviews.

Qualifications

  • PhD or Master degree in Electrical Engineering, Information and Communication Engineering, or a related field.
  • Excellent understanding of RF fundamentals and communication theory, plus hands-on experience with RF lab equipment like VNA, spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, vector signal generators, etc.
  • Experience with RF signal processing and simulations, such as individually identifying specific targets in noisy environments.
  • Full stack project experience from basic logic and theory to MVP.
  • Fluent in English with strong communication skills, including the ability to seek direction, listen to feedback, and convey complex findings concisely and understandably.
  • Hands-on experience with at least one advanced failure analysis/debug tools, such as Lock-in Thermography (LIT), OBIRCH, EMMI, SAT, nano probe, etc.
  • Knowledgeable in radiation performance, antenna, and wave propagation theory.
  • Specific failure analysis expertise in any of the following fields: RFFE, mother boards, electronics components, semiconductor devices, semiconductor manufacturing.
  • Adaptability to fast-paced environment and shifting work scope to meet business needs, with a strong aptitude for learning new techniques.
  • Ability to prioritize and manage multiple high-priority tasks simultaneously.
  • Willingness to collaborate closely across organizations.
  • Software coding experience in AL/ML.

Skills

Required:RF fundamentals and communication theoryRF lab equipmentRF signal processing and simulationsFull stack project experienceEnglish communicationFailure analysis tools
Nice to have:Radiation performance, antenna, wave propagationSpecific FA fields
Last updated Jun 26, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

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