Test Engineer - Analog, ATE

SRI; Princeton (NJ); On-site; USD 79,533 - 105,381; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Performance-based incentives

Job summary

A nonprofit research institute is hiring Analog Test Engineers for its Princeton, NJ facility. This role involves characterizing and screening Analog microcircuits, developing automated testing approaches, and maintaining existing methods. Candidates should have a Bachelor's in Electrical/Computer Engineering and 4+ years of relevant experience, or 8 years without a degree. US Citizenship is required. This position offers a competitive salary and benefits package, with potential performance-based incentives.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience measuring Analog microcircuit characteristics.
• Experience with automated measurement systems desired.
• Ability to interpret semiconductor test documentation.
• 4+ years of relevant work experience or 8 years in lieu of degree.

Responsibilities

• Characterize and screen Analog microcircuits.
• Develop test approaches for Analog devices.
• Maintain testing methods using ATE.
• Interact with end-users to review testing results.
• Provide recommendations on test technology.
• Assist in training of test engineers.

Skills

Analog microcircuit measurement

Automated testing

C programming

LabView

Unix/Linux environments

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's in Electrical/Computer Engineering

Tools

Automated Test Equipment (ATE)

Job description

Overview

SRI International’s Microcircuit Emulation Center (formerly Sarnoff Corporation) is looking for Analog Test Engineers to support the manufacturing of microcircuits (integrated circuits). Through SRI's Generalized Emulation of Microcircuits (GEM) program, the Microcircuit Emulation Center supplies form, fit, function, and interface replacements for obsolete microcircuits. This capability supports production, redesign, and sustainment requirements for the life of a weapon system. SRI’s Microcircuit Emulation Center is a government-supported, U.S.-based Trusted foundry. These roles will be based 100% on site at our Princeton, NJ facility.

Responsibilities

• Define, document, and implement methods to perform accurate and efficient characterization and Mil-Spec electrical screening of Analog microcircuits (i.e. amplifiers, linear/LDO voltage regulators, PLLs, DAC, ADC, etc).
• Develop specialized test approaches and programs to resolve problems, particularly in the areas of automated testing of Analog devices and high speed signal measurements (i.e. instrumentation, fixturing issues, etc).
• Maintain and improve existing methods for the testing and measurement of microcircuits using ATE and related equipment; interact directly with the technical staff of test equipment suppliers to address and resolve equipment or software related issues that may arise.
• Interact directly with the end-users or responsible program managers to review testing results and address test related issues.
• Provide recommendations to management on test technology trends and anticipated Emulation program test requirements.
• Assist in training of test engineers in the area of Analog testing

Qualifications

• Must have hands-on capability/experience in the measurement of Analog microcircuit characteristics using both manual/bench instrumentation.
• Working experience with automated, computer-controlled measurement systems (ATE) is desired; if direct ATE experience is lacking, must have demonstrated ability in relevant programming languages (i.e. C, C++, LabView, etc).
• Experience working on both Unix/Linux workstation and PC (Windows) environments.
• 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.
• Bachelors in Electrical/Computer Engineering, with 4+ years relevant work experience in Analog testing. In lieu of a degree, 8 years minimum experience in a related field.
• Due to Government requirements, US Citizenship or Permanent Residency is required.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate with others.
• Demonstrate ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• The flexibility/ability to support future work schedules that may require working on alternating weekends to support business needs.

The salary range is: $79,533-$105,381. 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/.

SRI is an independent nonprofit research institute headquartered in Menlo Park, Calif., with a rich history of supporting government and industry. We create and deliver world-changing solutions for a safer, healthier, and more sustainable future. For more than 75 years, we have collaborated across technical and scientific disciplines to discover and develop groundbreaking products and technologies and bring innovations and ideas to the marketplace.