Senior RF Test Engineer

Tektronix Component Solutions (CSO) is a leading innovator in advanced microelectronics solutions providing turnkey services for design, manufacture, and testing of high-performance, high-reliability assemblies. CSO is a trusted partner for our parent company, Tektronix Inc. (Test and Measurement), and external customers (Military, Medical, and Communications). 

The CSO Test Engineering Team through hardware and software design develops custom test solutions to address the specific test requirements for a wide array of devices. This expert team provides a full range of performance validation services for precision high-performance integrated circuits used in analog, digital, mixed, and RF-signal processing applications. 

Work as part of a test engineering team that develops and maintains test solutions for leading-edge high-performance microelectronics packaging, hybrids, modules, and components. Develop, implement, or improve hardware and software test solutions for products using a variety of technologies. 

• Develop RF, digital and mixed-signal test applications for package and wafer test of ASICs.
• Utilize Vector Network Analyzers, Spectrum Analyzers and Waveform Synthesizers.
• Utilize advanced VNA calibration techniques for custom standards on and off-wafer.
• Design and implement test fixture de-embedding methodology up to 70 GHz. 
• Design device calibration methods with physical and programmable standards. 
• Design and maintain test applications on an ATE system and rack-mounted equipment. 
• Design test board schematic capture and layout. 
• Develop wafer sort applications. 
• Integrate test applications with package handlers. 
• Create training documents and train Technicians and Operators to be self-sufficient in test operation and maintenance. 
• Perform statistical analysis for new and current designs (CPK, Gage R&R, etc.). 
• Adhere to high compliance engineering standards. 
• Interact and present to internal and external customers as needed. 
• Participate in problem-solving group events. 

The successful candidate will possess the following combination of education and experience: 

• 10+ years working experience in the microelectronics industry or comparable military training in engineering technology or related field. 
• BSEE, BSCompE or equivalent. 
• Proficiency in using Vector Network Analyzers and similar equipment for RF and high-speed mixed signal circuit validation.
• Flexibility – Must be able to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment; Ability to work both independently and in a team environment. 
• Troubleshooting/Debug – Experience quickly analyzing, isolating, and fixing problems with microwave RF and digital electronic circuits. 
• Communication – Excellent skills in interpersonal relationships, communication, and teamwork; Possess strong written and oral communication skills. 

• Experience with test & measurement equipment. 
• Experience with RF transmitter, receiver, sampler, and transceiver test development. 
• Experience using METAS VNA Tools II.
• Experience with micromanipulator and probe technology.
• Experience with wafer probers: ACCRETECH / TSK, TEL and Form Factor.
• Software programming with languages such as Delphi PASCAL, C++, C, MATLAB, and Python. 
• Experience with Package Handlers such as Exatron, Chroma, Cohu, and ASECO. 
• Windows and UNIX operating system operation and configuration experience. 
• Experience working with electromechanical assemblies. 
• Experience in software code development. 
• Network administration experience. 
• Tools - experience with Windows Office Suite (including word processing, spreadsheet software, project planning, presentation, e-mail, and flow charts). 
• Lean – Basic knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles. 
• Continuous Improvement – Experience interacting on continuous improvement projects. 
• Quality – Experience in a regulated environment, such as ISO and AS9100 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is continually required to stand; walk; balance; crouch, stoop, twist, kneel, use hands to finger, handle, grasp, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms, some overhead push/pull an average of 50 lbs. (maximum 125 lbs.). The employee is occasionally required to lift more than 50 lbs.; climb; twist, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include the ability to view fine resolution on a computer monitor. 

All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of our pre-employment drug screening, background/criminal check, and if applicable a motor vehicle record search and/or a financial record check. 

This position's primary/essential functions are subject to US Government ITAR compliance requirements under current government contracts. Therefore, all applicants must be either a US Citizen or a holder of a current valid Green Card and must provide proof of citizenship or legal residency via a birth certificate, a current valid green card, unexpired passport, or a naturalization certificate. We encourage applicants to bring such proof to their interview. However, in no case will applicants be allowed to begin their scope of work in this specific position without providing such proof.

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About Tektronix

Tektronix, a wholly owned subsidiary of Fortive Corporation, is a place where people are challenged to explore the boundaries of what’s possible, bringing the digital future one step closer every day. Through precision-engineered measurement solutions, we work with our customers to eliminate the barriers between inspiration and realization of world-changing technologies. We believe that cultivating a deeper sense of loyalty and belonging is key to how we attract and retain our best people. This reality inspires our Inclusion & Diversity vision, We Are More Together, and guides our approach as we all work toward creating great places where our teams work and thrive. Realize your true potential at Tektronix – join us in revolutionizing a better tomorrow!

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