Semiconductor Test Engineer - SRI International

SRI International’s Microcircuit Emulation Center (MEC) uses modern technology to design and manufacture form, fit, function and interface replacements for obsolete microcircuits. Utilizing our on-site wafer fabrication facility, SRI has developed a variety of specialized processes and design approaches that provide quick-turn, low-volume, military-quality microcircuits. 

The MEC team is currently seeking a Test Engineer to support verification in the manufacturing of microcircuits (integrated circuits) program and compatible business areas on-site at our Princeton, NJ office.

• Interpret, define, document and implement methods to perform accurate and efficient characterization and QML screening of microcircuits (digital, analog, and mixed signal technologies) in compliance with MIL-PRF-38535, MIL-STD-883, SMDs, M38510 and other applicable customer requirements.
• Write and debug test programs for microcircuits to perform detailed wafer probe, device characterization and/or production QML screening using dedicated semiconductor ATE systems similar to HP82000, Advantest V93000, and Teradyne microFlex
• Maintain and improve methods for test and measurement of microcircuits using ATE, advanced bench equipment, specialized board fixtures, generation of semi-automated interface scripts (LabView) and others as necessary
• Review test results and characterization data for consistency, accuracy and coherency; ability to identify and troubleshoot setup or measurement error issues as necessary
• Interact with microcircuit end-users and customer program managers to review and present test specifications, results and issues
• Collaborate with design engineers to create and perform diagnostic testing of microcircuits as needed
• Provide technical guidance and consulting to test and design engineers as appropriate

• Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering or a similar subject area with a minimum of 6 months relevant work experience.  4 years of related experience can be substituted for degree.
• Due to Government requirements candidates must be a US Citizen or Permanent Resident
• Demonstrated hands-on capability in the measurement of microcircuit characteristics using both manual/bench instrumentation and automated, computer-controlled measurement systems (ATE)
• Knowledgeable in theoretical and practical aspects of metrology as related to electronic measurements (i.e. test fixture design, measurement accuracy, test guard-bands, etc)
• Demonstrated ability to interpret semiconductor related test documentation (i.e. military device specifications and standards documentation, commercial data sheets, application notes, etc) in order to complete characterization and screening tasks
• Experience working on both Unix/Linux workstation and PC (Windows) environments; demonstrated ability in relevant programming languages (i.e. C, C++, LabView, etc)
• Good organizational skills and solid communication skills, (both verbally and written) with the ability to work independently and in a team environment based on the task

The salary range is: $77,220-$102,312. Salary ranges will vary and are based on several factors, including geographic location, market competitiveness and equity amongst internal employees in similar roles. Positions may also qualify for SRI's Pay for Outstanding Performance program or the annual Performance Based Compensation program. SRI also has a competitive benefits package, to view details please go to https://www.sri.com/resources/benefits/.

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