Wireless RF OTA Cellular Validation Engineer
Core
Validating and certifying wireless performance across Apple's product portfolio through Over-the-Air (OTA) testing and algorithm validation for cellular technologies.
Role type
Senior IC wireless RF validation engineer
Builds
Certified wireless products meeting carrier and regulatory standards
Domain
Consumer electronics / Wireless communications / RF engineering
Required skills
OTA validation (TRP/TIS), RF test equipment operation, anechoic chamber testing, LTE/NR FR1/NR FR2 protocols, third-party lab certification, antenna system debugging, test setup calibration
Preferred skills
PHY/MAC layer protocol understanding, AI tooling for automation, advanced certification program leadership
Technologies
Keysight, Rohde & Schwarz, CMX, UXM, MT8000A, CTIA, 3GPP, ETSI, PTCRB, NAL
Responsibilities
Execute OTA validation plans for custom software features; Debug marginal wireless performance issues with cross-functional teams; Own and improve test setups for lab reliability; Plan and execute final certification testing at third-party labs; Translate carrier requirements into actionable test cases; Contribute to evolving wireless characterization methodologies
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
