RF Test Technician - Silicon IC Assembly (Starlink)

SpaceX; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX is seeking a Test Technician for Silicon Assembly (Starlink) in the United States. The role focuses on wafer probing, RF testing, and high-frequency characterization to ensure die-level performance and reliability.

You will operate VNAs, S-parameter sweeps, and RF test stations, collaborating with IC packaging engineers and production teams. Overtime and weekend shifts may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency; 6+ years in a hands-on manufacturing environment or a bachelor’s in engineering, math or science.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, math or science preferred; strong semiconductor test experience.
• Experience with RF testing and wafer probing in a semiconductor environment; familiarity with VNA-based measurements.

Responsibilities

• Perform wafer-level probing and testing using DC/RF probes, parametric analyzers, and VNAs to measure I-V, capacitance, RF insertion loss and return loss.
• Set up RF test stations and VNAs to execute parametric, functional, and high-frequency tests (S-parameters, gain, noise figure).
• Load/unload devices into automated test equipment and run sort tests, binning, and data collection for yield tracking.
• Inspect test results with software interfaces, generate defect reports, and flag issues for engineering review.
• Conduct routine equipment maintenance: calibrate RF cables, clean fixtures, verify probe contacts.
• Log test data including throughput metrics and SPC charts to support production reporting and defect trends.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to achieve daily test volumes and assist in setup changes or fixture prep.
• Follow cleanroom, ESD, and safety standards during handling of RF components.

Skills

Wafer probing experience

RF package testing

RF test equipment

Data logging (Excel/JMP)

Manual dexterity

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering, math or science

High school diploma or equivalency

Tools

VNAs

Spectrum analyzers

Oscilloscopes

Automated Wafer Probing Systems

Backend Assembled Package Testers

J-STD-001 Certification

Job description

SpaceX is seeking a Test Technician for Silicon Assembly (Starlink) in the United States. The role focuses on wafer probing, RF testing, and high-frequency characterization to ensure die-level performance and reliability.

You will operate VNAs, S-parameter sweeps, and RF test stations, collaborating with IC packaging engineers and production teams. Overtime and weekend shifts may be required.