Electrical Engineer, Silicon Reliability Test (Starlink)

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.ELECTRICAL ENGINEER, SILICON RELIABILITY TEST (STARLINK)As an electrical engineer on the Starlink silicon reliability team, you'll sit at the intersection of electrical, packaging, semiconductor, and manufacturing engineering. You will be responsible for package-level and wafer-level reliability testing, including HTOL and other accelerated life tests, root cause of silicon and packaging failures, and driving design and process changes to improve microelectronics reliability across Starlink devices. Your focus will be on the qualification of new silicon packages, wafer-level reliability, and supporting high-volume production.RESPONSIBILITIES:Own package-level (HTOL, LTOL, etc.) and wafer-level (TDDB, ECM, etc.) reliability qualification and testing of new silicon designs and manufacturing technologies for high-volume productionPlan, develop, execute, and analyze reliability test campaigns aligned with JEDEC and related standardsDevelop and procure custom test hardware, fixturing, burn-in boards, and environmental chambers/systems required for package-level and wafer-level reliability testingDesign and develop PCBs and electrical interfaces for reliability test fixtures, sockets, and monitoring systemsDevelop software, automation scripts, and data acquisition tools (e.g., Python) to control test equipment, log telemetry, perform real-time monitoring, and analyze large reliability datasetsPerform hands-on debugging and electrical characterization to drive root cause and corrective action of silicon, package, and interconnect failures observed in reliability testing, production, or the fieldUtilize advanced diagnostic and test tools (oscilloscopes, power supplies, vector network analyzers, custom firmware/scripts, thermal chambers, etc.) to characterize devices under stress and isolate failure mechanismsRun reliability failure investigations, coordinating efforts across silicon design, packaging, manufacturing, and reliability teams, and communicating findings to leadershipAnalyze reliability data (Weibull, acceleration models, etc.) to predict field performance, document failure modes, and drive design/process improvements for higher yield and reliabilityPartner with design, packaging, software, test, and manufacturing engineering teams to deliver reliable silicon hardware by informing product design, package selection, process changes, and test coverageBASIC QUALIFICATIONS:Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, electronics engineering, or other engineering disciplinePREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:1+ years of experience in semiconductor reliability, packaging reliability, consumer electronics, aerospace, automotive, or similar high-reliability industryMasters degree or PhD in electrical engineering, electronics engineering, or a related field with a focus on semiconductors, characterization, or testHands-on experience with HTOL or other accelerated life tests for packages or TDDB, EM, HCI, and other wafer-level testsExperience developing or procuring custom test hardware, burn-in boards, sockets, or fixturing for reliability testingExperience designing PCBs for test fixtures or high-reliability applicationsFamiliarity with programming and automation/scripting languages (Python preferred; C++, SQL, or similar) for test control, data logging, and analysisProficiency in understanding PCB schematics, layout tools, and electrical interfaces for semiconductor packagesKnowledge of JEDEC (JESD22), AEC-Q200/AEC-Q100, MIL-STD-202/883, IPC, or related reliability standards and physics-of-failure methodsExperience in a fast-paced, iterative design/manufacturing environment within semiconductor, consumer electronics, aerospace, automotive, or related industriesADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:Ability to work overtime and weekends as neededITAR REQUIREMENTS:To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here. SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to View email address on click.appcast.io.