Fotios Giannakopoulos, IC Validation, Post Silicon Verification, RF & IC Silicon Testing, System Integration, Component Cha auf www.freelancermap.de

Engineering Management Specialist - Board Member - Technology Expert

KDT Joint

Undertaking referred to as KDT Regulation or Single Basic Act (SBA).

**The joint undertakings have three general objectives, in accordance with Article 4 of the SBA:
* strengthening and integrating the scientific, innovation and technological capacities and
facilitating collaborative links,
* securing sustainability-driven global leadership and resilience of Union value chains in
key technologies and industries and on developing, and
* accelerating the uptake of innovative solutions throughout the Union addressing
climate, environmental, health, digital and other global challenges.

***A KDT Innovation Action (IA) primarily consists of activities aiming at technology or method
introduction, pilot lines, test beds, demonstrators, innovation pilots and zones of full-scale
testing.

European Commission External Expert (Evaluator - EX2014D198958)

European Commission

The KDT Joint Undertaking is a public-private partnership that funds Research, Development and
Innovation projects in Electronic Components and Systems, engaging finances from the EU, KDT JU
Participating States and the participants (industry, academia, etc.).
KDT JU contributes to Cluster 4 of Horizon Europe.

I have been assisting the Joint Undertaking with the evaluation of the proposals submitted in response
to
the following calls for proposals:

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1. HORIZON-KDT-JU-2023-1-IA, (HORIZON-JU-IA HORIZON JU Innovation Actions)
2. HORIZON-KDT-JU-2023-2-RIA, (HORIZON-JU-RIA HORIZON JU Research and Innovation Actions)
3. HORIZON-KDT-JU-2023-3-CSA-IA, (HORIZON-JU-CSA HORIZON JU Coordination and Support
Actions)

This involves in particular, the following tasks:
- reading and analysing the background information (especially the proposal and the briefing material)
- participating in the expert briefings, meetings or webcast briefings
- participating in evaluation meetings and hearings and
- drafting and submitting the evaluation reports for the evaluated proposals and other deliverables.

IC Validation Engineer, RF-SoC Integration & Signal Processing

NXP Semiconductors

*IC Validation Engineer of Radio Front-End (Analog/Digital) subsystem module of a next-generation
Tuner

Business Line Radio Frequency Processing (RFP)

IC Validation Tasks:

-Validation of Radio Front-End (Analog/Digital) subsystem module of a next-generation Tuner.
-Port Test cases from UVM Verification Framework to Validation Framework. Use of ARM processor (M
series and A series) / Memories(TCM/SRAM)/Peripherals Validation.
-Creation and Execution of Complex Scenarios of the Digital Part of the Radio Front End to FPGA and
Silicon Testbench according to Test Specifications and Test Requirements.
-Use Lauterbach Development Tools (Lauterbach Debugger, Trace 32 for Rd/Wr/Debugging).
-Assess the overall RFEDig Block performance (From ADC to Decimator Filters, Data Packers (PCIe
Frame Packer), Write Direct Memory Access (WDMA), AXI to APB Bridge, until the System Memory
Subsystem or another ARM-Based Processor Block).
-Test of PCIe Bus Communication between RFdig Subsystem, Memory, and several ARM-Based
Processors of the Chip.
-Compile C Code with Visual Studio and prepare Firmware for HW testing.

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-Test C code drivers ( .dll,.h, .exe, etc.) for debugging purposes and Create and run Batch Scripts for
quick automation and execution.
-Use of Quartus Prime and MAX10 FPGA as a protocol translator between PC and Prototype Boards
(e.g. Serial to AXI) and update Verilog code to match the Digital Design of the ASIC.
-Sustain Matlab Framework and Test Scripts.
-Use CMake Structures for Validation SW Build Flow.
-Drive discussions on optimization Topics and Assist Bring-up.
-Utilisation of Git version control Tool and Bitbucket as Git repository management with best-in-class
Jira integration for collaboration on source code, and guidance through the development flow.
-Work with Virtual Machine Environment (Exceed TurboX Client by OpenText) and Red hat Enterprise
Linux OS.

Product info:
The Device belongs to the BL Automotive of NXP (Analog/Digital Radio and Audio) Portfolio.

IC Post Silicon Verification Engineer

Infineon Technologies

*Post Silicon Verification of System Basis Chips (SBC)

Link: https://www.infineon.com/cms/en/product/automotive-system-ic/system-basis-chips-sbc/

IC Post Silicon Verification Tasks:

My contribution to this role is majorly based on the three following pillars.
First, to define and conclude the Product requirements (PRQs) among other stakeholders, e.g. IC
Designers, Application Engineers, etc. This is performed majorly in a Product Development Process,
Optimization tool (JAMA).

Second, to deploy the most effective (and in a time/cost efficient manner) verification strategy. This
incorporates a full composition of the Testing Scenarios and Test cases in order to comply with a vast
range of specifications (e.g. ISO 26262 - Functional Safety (FuSa), Automotive Electronics Council
(AEC), ASIL-B, and the rest of Automotive standards). The concept and verification strategy of the
above TCs and PRQs has also been performed in JAMA based environment.

Third, to develop the software needed to verify all of the above. This is done by the composition of
Scripts in Matlab-based OVF (Open Verification Framework). These scripts simulate all the above,
acquiring top-notch verification practices. A special selection of required Instruments (NI-PXI Systems,
Teledyne-LeCroy, etc), Measurement Equipment, and Temperature Control Units is part of this step.
Moreover, for different testing phases of the project different PCBs are used as they have been
reviewed in the prior development phase.

Last but not least is to execute the Verification execution campaign and collect results, compose
reports, and do Debugging/Software Optimization if/when needed. In the unfortunate event of an error
due to HW then the JIRA ticketing system is utilized.

Product info:

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An SBC is an integrated component that combines common system features required on Automotive
ECUs such as: communication transceivers, voltage regulators, diagnostics and supervision functions,
switches and wake inputs.

IC Post Silicon Verification Engineer

Infineon Technologies

*Post Silicon Verification of high-voltage (IGBT and SiC MOSFET) gate drivers, designed for automotive
motors. (Project: EiceDRIVER Enhanced isolated gate driver IC).

Link: https://www.infineon.com/cms/en/product/power/gate-driver-ics/

Infineon Dept: IFAG ATV PS PD MUC CVSV

IC Post Silicon Verification Tasks :

-Utilize the best methods for fast and accurate signal acquisition (Effort, Time, Level of Detail, Tradeoffs).

-Simulation of various unwanted phenomena (Error Signal Injection, Delayed and Distorted Signals) to
assess the Functional Safety (FUSA) Features of the High Voltage Driver IC.
-Develop Matlab, Scripts of Testing Scenarios that meet the verification criteria and use Matlab
Framework and custom-made GUI tools for automatic and manual testing.
-Boards' rework when needed, to comply with the Testing Scenario and Extreme Working Conditions.
-Motherboard and Daughterboard Schematics review.
-Measurements over Temperature with the use of Thermostream "X-STREAM 4300" & "ATS-710-M
THERMOSTREAM".
-Reports' generation and documentation classification for later use/study or audits from internal and
external Auditors.

For a better comprehension of the Verification Campaign, some core Verification activities are provided:

-Measure the High Voltage Driver IC performance in every Mode according to the Operating Modes
Diagram confirming the Data Sheet of the IC Device.
-Verify device features (e.g Over Current Protection (OCP), ShoutTrough Protection (STP),
Desaturation protection input pin (DESAT), Gate monitoring input and Clamp output signal, Active short
circuit function (ASC), etc.)
-Test the device under Overvoltage and Undervoltage Conditions on both the Primary and Secondary
Side of the Device.
-Testing of the output DATA signal (PWM Pulses) indicating Single or Multiple Errors.
-Trigger Single/Multiple Failure Events and test of the Two-Level Turn Off (TLTOff) feature.

IC Validation Engineer

Kandou

*IC Validation Engineer of High-Frequency/High Data Rate Digital Circuits.

-Definition of Testing Methodology for Manual and Automated Measurements of DC and High-
Frequency/High Data Rate Signals.

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-Scripts Development in Python Programming Language for integrated circuit validation,
-Characterization of in-house developed IC to test its performance over different technologies USB3,
USB4, Display Port (DP), USB-C Thunderbolt 3.
-Development of test benches (using lab instruments, microcontroller and flashing of FPGA).
-Run silicon validation and characterization Campaign (Test Cases validating several blocks) for
SerDes and Retimer products.
-Creation of Engineering Application Notes as well as Data Sheets and Compliance Specification
Documents.
-Preparation of Hardware for the Marketing Department and customers, alignment with designers to
provide the best IC Validation Methodology and LAB Testing Practices.
-Use of several LAB tools and Instruments such as Digital Signal Analysers, BERT, Pattern Generators,
Digital Multimeters that were used for Tx / Rx measurements, Current measurements etc.
-Use and review of Evaluation Modules (EVM) and performing hardware PCB rework (Soldering/
Unsoldering circuits and various modifications).

Project Name:
Matterhorn KB8001 (USB Type-C 40 Gb/s Multi-Protocol Switch and Bi-Directional Bit-Level
Retimer).

Product Description:
For host or device applications, the KB8001 enables the system to pass both transceiver compliance
and receiver jitter tolerance tests for USB4 Gen 2,3, USB3.2 Gen 1,2 (Gen1x1, Gen1x2, Gen2x1, and
Gen2x2), DP version 1.4a [(RBR 1.62 Gb/s, HBR3 8.1 Gb/s, HBR2 5.4 Gb/s, HBR 2.7 Gb/s and RBR
1.62 GBd) x1, x2, x4], Thunderbolt 2, 3 [(10.3125 Gb/s, 20.625 Gb/s) single-lane operation, dual lane
unbonded and dual-lane bonded operation].

Applications:
Mobile PC, desktop PC and tablets Monitors, docking stations, and adapters External hard disk and
solid-state drives, Gaming consoles, Active cables.

RF System Integration and Validation Engineer

Intel Corporation

*Contribution with respect to the following projects:
-XMM 7480 (SMARTi 6T), -XMM 7560 (SMARTi 7), -XMM 7660 (SMARTi 8), -XMM 8160
(SMARTi 9).

*On-Site Support at the client's (Apple) production site (Foxconn) in China Shenzhen.

*System Integration Tasks:

-Testing of Tx path and Rx path (Front End) of prototype transceivers.
-RF Measurements (SNR, De-sense/Sensitivity, ACLR, Blocking Testing, Leakage Path Investigation,
Emissions Testing etc.) according to 3GPP Specs, Customer Specs, and Internal Specs.
-RF Setup Calibration and General Preparation of RFIC Test Campaign and Progress Tracking.
-System Debugging for Platform and Customer Issues.
-Evaluation and review of Board Design and proposals for modifications.
-Composition of new Documentation and Reports.

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-Use of RF Instruments and Equipment (VNA, CMW500, Signal Generators, Power Supplies, RF
Switching Units, Oscilloscopes, Spectrum Analyzers, Logic Analyzer, Power Meters, and Soldering
Station for PCB Rework).

*Silicon Validation Tasks:

-IC Envelope Tracker Validation and performance optimization.
-Testcases definition, creation (in Matlab or/and Intel proprietary Tool), Testcases execution, and result
evaluation.
-Post-Silicon RF verification, debugging and optimisation of Transmitter in various Cellular Technologies
including LTE, WCDMA, TD-SCDMA, GSM, CDMA.
-Measurements both in non-signaling and signaling mode, in manual (In-Situ) and automated test
setups.
-Current Measurements of the DCDC Blocs, syncing Tests of the Tracker, switching-state mode testing,
and overall performance testing.
-ET Power consumption optimization, targeting Block's Ultra Low Power Consumption with
maximization of efficiency as well as keeping Transmitted Power Performance to the optimum Levels.
-Testing of new FW (FBs/EBs) to the silicon.
-Memory Digital Pre-Distortion (mDPD) Feature Optimization.
-New silicon Bring Up.

Staff Engineer - Hardware Developer / IC Validation Engineer

Ericsson

*Hardware Validation of Silicon prototype DB7500R:

DB7500R is a Modem baseband processor that is part of the M7500 platform. The M7500 platform
provides mobile equipment manufacturers with a complete and verified system solution for an LTE-
FDD/LTE-TDD/WCDMA/TD-SCDMA/GSM modem suitable for Smartphones & Tablets, notebooks,
tablets, Mobile Internet Devices (MID), and Consumer Electronic (CE) devices with access to highspeed
cellular data services, Machine-2-Machine (M2M)/Internet of Things (IOT), and USB modem.

Responsibilities:

Modem Sub-System (SoC) PLL blocks validation:

-Frequency & Lock-time measurements
-Current & Power Consumption measurements
-Jitter measurements & Crosstalk investigation
-Glitch-Free Clock Switches Validation
-Random Number Generator (RNG) Block Verification requirements definition and Validation plan.
-Noise sources investigation and signal Integrity at High-Speed Frequencies.
-Testing of the boards with IEEE 1149.1 Standard Test Access Port and Boundary-Scan (Joint Test

Mixed-Signal and Audio Component Verification Engineer

Intel Corporation

*Mixed-signal and Audio Component Verification of silicon prototype A-GOLD 610 / A-GOLD 620:

A-GOLD 610 / A-GOLD 620 is a SoC (system on chip), designed in a 65nm low power CMOS
process technology and is intended for use together with the X-GOLD DBB 3G (Digital BaseBand
device) to create low cost 3G mobile terminals.

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A-GOLD 610/620 integrates into one device a dual mode cellular RF transceiver (supporting GSM,
GPRS, EDGE, W-CDMA and HSPA), Bluetooth (BT4.0), FM Radio receiver and transmitter, audio front
end, analog measurement interface, as well as the power management unit providing all necessary
supplies for the complete system.

Responsibilities:

-Design and Development of Automated Test Environment in Python.
-Creation of several test-cases (according to product specification) for measuring the I/O Audio quality
and performance characteristics of the Chip.
-Execution of the testing campaign and evaluation of the results.
-Analyze and solve co-existence issues at silicon, substrate or board level.
-Debugging of the chip and compose of technical reports.
-Assist the bring-up procedure of the Chip.
-Review & Design of PCB's / Prototypes to enable validation of functionality; use them in validation
tasks.
-Give feedbacks to the design team of the chip for design optimization purposes.

Test / Hardware Validation & Characterization Engineer

ST-Ericsson

*Validation & Characterization of silicon prototype CG2910 &CG2905 [CG2910: Monolithic combo
integrating NFC, GPS/GLONASS, Bluetooth and Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) and FM TX/RX. It is
manufactured in 40nmCMOS technology and provided in a WLCSP package. The CG2910 is specially
optimized for best in class power consumption with a very high level of integration.]

Core Duties:
1.Develop, run and optimize Automated tests for silicon prototypes (in Labview and TestStand).
2.Evaluate the Results.
3.Suggest solutions.

Responsibilities:

*Validation & Characterization of FM Connectivity chipset according to customer requirements and
datasheets and internal test plants.
*Development of scripts for automated testing on various test equipment.
*Building regression test suites for automated testing of all functionality.
*Design of PCB's / Prototypes to enable validation of functionality; use them in validation tasks.
*Study of new features of FM Connectivity chipset.
*Characterization / Validation of antenna Prototypes to be in conjunction with the above Wireless
chipset.
*Optimization of A.T.E. in terms of time limits and overall performance.
*Evaluation of tests results and issuing of technical reports.
*Collaboration with the project manager about project's rescheduling.

General job description:

-Validation & Characterization of Connectivity chipsets (Bluetooth, FM, GPS, NFC, WLAN), according to
customer requirements and datasheets and internal test plants.
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-Development of scripts for automated testing on various test equipment.
-Building regression test suites for automated testing of all functionality.
-Design of PCB's / Prototypes to enable validation of functionality; use them in validation tasks.
-Study of new features of Connectivity chipsets (Bluetooth, FM, GPS, NFC, WLAN).
-Design and characterization / Validation of antenna Prototypes to be in conjunction with the above
Wireless chipsets.

Avioncs Engineer / Maintenance Controller

OLYMPIC AIR

Duties as an Avionic Engineer :

- Aircraft Maintenance. Including: Inspection, testing, adjustment, and repairing avionics equipment,
such as radar, radio, navigation, auto-pilot, and compass systems, installed in aircrafts and helicopters,
using hand tools and test equipment.
- Authorized to: extract Digital Flight Data Recorder (DFDR) system Data & update GPS instrument with
new maps.

Duties as a Maintenance Controller:

- Plan, organize, direct, and manage the maintenance and repair of aircraft, aircraft components, and
aviation support equipment.
- Direct and manage the scheduling of aircraft, aircraft components, and aviation support equipment
inspections.
- Inform the Aircraft Maintenance Officer of work progress and advise them on matters pertaining to
maintenance and repair of aircraft, aircraft components, and aviation support equipment.
- Ensure the material condition.

Air Traffic Controller (A.T.C.) Assistant

Hellenic Air Force (HAF)

Service country: Greece
Rank: Aircraftman

I have fulfilled my military obligations in the ranks of the Hellenic Air Force, serving as an Air Traffic
Controller Assistant (Rank-Aircraftman).
Prior to my service as an Aircraftman and due to my exceptional physical condition at that time ( I
scored among the top 1% of candidates in the demanding physical, cognitive, and mental selection
process) I was offered to join the Elite Forces but for the sake of my academic career, I had to reject.

-Location: - Tripoli - 124 Basic Training Wing - Greek Airforce -
Basic training as an Aircraftman
Training with Automatic Weapons
Fight Techniques
Military Drills - Simulation of the defense of the Airbase.

-Location: - Crete - 115 Combat Wing Base & NATO Integrated Air & Missile Defence Base

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Operate an In-Base Mesh Telecommunications Network (Ericsson)
Airbase Defence, ensuring the uninterrupted operation of F-16 Block 52+ Jet Fighters

-Location: - Kalamata - 120 Air Training Wing - Greek Airforce - Cadet Pilot Training Base
Design and issue IFR and VFR Flight Plans for Private, Commercial, and Military Training aircraft.
Air Traffic Controller (A.T.C.) Assistant
Issue notice to competent bodies like Eurocontrol and Hellenic Civil Aviation Authority (H.C.A.A.).
Registration and classification of incoming and outgoing NOTAMs.
Advertise conflicts (with regards to NOTAMs) and escalate the caution level in the event of noncompliance
from other parties. Guarantee non-overlapping NOTAMS (Incoming VS Outgoing).
Update En-Route Maps, (e.g. Low and/or High altitude En-Route charts), along with the definition of the
Main and Ancillary En-Route Radio Beacons to be used for training flights.
Use of TELEX network and other wireless communication systems).

Electronics & Telecommunications Engineer

Hellenic Civil Aviation Authority

On-the-job training about:

- Registration, Inspection and maintenance of VAR Telecommunication systems, via Automatic Test
Equipment (A.T.E.).
- Maintenance of transceivers and major wireless communications systems (between aircrafts and
ground segment).
- Design Electronic circuits via ORCAD, Circuit Cam, and Board Master -Software.
- Fabrication of PCBs using the PROTOMAT M300S.
- Laboratory tests to power suppliers and UPSs.
- In-situ test on Radio Detection And Ranging subsystems.
- Calibration of Supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) systems.

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Engineering Management Specialist - Board Member - Technology Expert

European Commission External Expert (Evaluator - EX2014D198958)

IC Validation Engineer, RF-SoC Integration & Signal Processing

IC Post Silicon Verification Engineer

IC Post Silicon Verification Engineer

IC Validation Engineer

RF System Integration and Validation Engineer

Staff Engineer - Hardware Developer / IC Validation Engineer

Mixed-Signal and Audio Component Verification Engineer

Test / Hardware Validation & Characterization Engineer

Avioncs Engineer / Maintenance Controller

Air Traffic Controller (A.T.C.) Assistant

Electronics & Telecommunications Engineer

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