Module Reliability Engineer

Forefront RF Ltd; Town of Cambridge; On-site; AUD 41,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading RF technology company in Australia is seeking an experienced Module Reliability Engineer to own the reliability qualification of novel RF System-in-Package modules. This role includes developing test plans, managing external labs, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Ideal candidates will have a relevant degree and experience in RF reliability engineering. Competitive salary and flexible work options available.

Benefits

Competitive salary and pension contributions

Company share option scheme

25 days holiday + national holidays

Weekly company lunches

Flexible work hours and remote work options

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in reliability engineering within RF, semiconductors, or advanced electronics.
• Familiar with JEDEC reliability standards and environmental stress testing.
• Proficiency in data analysis and thermal simulation.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute reliability qualification plans for new RF modules.
• Design and implement custom stress and test setups.
• Manage external labs or partners for outsourced testing.

Skills

Reliability engineering

Data analysis tools (JMP, Minitab, Python)

Thermal and mechanical simulation

Failure analysis methods

Solid understanding of RF module architectures

Education

Degree in Electronics, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent

Tools

Statistical analysis tools

Job description

Overview

Forefront RF is an innovative fabless semiconductor company developing cutting-edge RF technology for mobile device manufacturers. Our mission is to revolutionize RF front-end technology by enabling seamless global connectivity - and ultimately, to unlock the long-standing vision of true software-defined radio. We are developing advanced, multi-chip RF modules that integrate adaptive circuitry, digitally controlled components, embedded software, and complex analog/RF designs into highly compact form factors.

Location: Cambridge

Department: New Product Introduction

Reports To: Director NPI

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Job Overview

This is an exciting opportunity to join Forefront RF at an early stage, and have a real impact. We are looking for an experienced Module Reliability Engineer to take ownership of the reliability qualification of our novel RF System-in-Package (SiP) modules. In this hands-on and cross-functional role, you will ensure our technology meets the stringent robustness and reliability requirements of high-volume telecom applications.

As a Module Reliability Engineer, you will be responsible for ensuring that Forefront RF's novel RF (SiP) modules meet stringent robustness and reliability requirements. You will define, execute, and analyze test plans to validate new materials, assembly processes, packaging schemes under realistic and accelerated conditions.

This role is essential in bridging R&D innovation with product robustness enabling our technology to meet the standards of high-volume telecom customers worldwide.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute reliability qualification plans for new RF modules (incl. thermal cycling, vibration, mechanical shock, moisture sensitivity, etc.)
• Design and implement custom stress and test setups where needed
• Manage external labs or partners for outsourced testing, reliability qualification and failure analysis
• Collaborate with design, packaging, and test engineering teams to address and mitigate identified reliability risks
• Lead Design-for-Reliability (DfR) reviews in early development stages
• Analyse test results using statistical methods (Weibull, MTTF, etc.) to derive product lifetime and identify weak points
• Work closely with foundries, assembly and test houses, and customers to support qualification activities and external reliability audits
• Maintain compliance with industry standards (e.g., JEDEC, ISO 9001)
• Contribute to the development of reliability documentation and customer reports

Requirements

About you

• Degree in Electronics, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent
• Demonstrable experience in reliability engineering within RF, semiconductors, or advanced electronics
• Familiar with JEDEC reliability standards and environmental stress testing
• Solid understanding of RF (SiP) module architectures and the impact of packaging on performance and reliability
• Demonstrated expertise in thermal and mechanical simulation of RF modules and electronic assemblies, using advanced tools to predict stress, fatigue life, and heat distribution under accelerated testing conditions
• Experience with failure analysis methods including cross-sectioning, X-ray inspection, SEM/EDX, and other techniques to identify material, mechanical, or process-related defects
• Proficiency in data analysis tools (e.g., JMP, Minitab, Python)

Benefits

• Opportunity to work at the cutting edge of wireless technology
• Dynamic, startup-like environment with close collaboration across disciplines
• Ownership and visibility—your contributions will directly shape the company's success
• Competitive salary and pension contributions
• Company share option scheme
• 25 days holiday + national holidays
• Weekly company lunches
• Flexible work hours and remote work options

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Industries
• IT Services and IT Consulting

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