Sr. IC Packaging Test Engineer, Silicon Technology (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.Sr. IC PACKAGING TEST ENGINEER, SILICON TECHNOLOGY (STARLINK)Starlink believes in providing fast, reliable internet to those that need it most. We design, build, and launch the world's largest and most advanced satellite constellation that is capable of delivering high-speed internet to even the most remote locations. We also design, build, and ship the hardware that sits in the homes of our customers all around the world. And while our hardware and network are incredibly advanced, we keep the end-user experience impressively simple - our customers have internet within 10 minutes of unboxing.In true SpaceX fashion, Starlink is taking the next step in vertical integration by bringing integrated circuit packaging and assembly in-house for development and manufacturing. We are looking for talented hands-on and dynamic test engineers with expertise in semiconductor packaging and wafer test. You will work closely with test equipment manufacturers and in-house chip & system designers to develop and release production test solutions. You will assume full ownership of packaged component and wafer test as we strive to make Starlink more affordable to those that need it most.RESPONSIBILITIES: Own electrical test equipment definition for packaging and wafer level production testingBring-up of test equipment and test programs for mass manufacturingCreate automated test equipment (ATE) test programs and test plansDefine full and comprehensive testing requirements to ensure product conformanceSchematic and electrical review for all test equipmentSupplier test interface for implementing new features, cost, and productivity improvementsImplement advanced testing solutions for SpaceX next generation productsBASIC QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, computer science, physics, or other applied engineering discipline 5+ years of programming experience in C/C++/Visual/PythonPREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: 10+ years industry experience with microelectronics packaging developmentAdvanced technical degreeExpertise in developing digital, high-speed and RF semiconductor test programs for productionStrong RF test knowledgeExperience with digital, high speed SERDES, RF, and mixed signal testingWafer sort, wafer probe, probe card design and test experienceCustom socket and wafer prober design and test experienceSemiconductor functional and parametric test design and developmentDigital waveform and test plan programming developmentADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:Ability to work extended hours or weekends as needed for mission critical deadlinesITAR 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.