RF Engineering Technician - ATD - Characterization

Job Title

RF Engineering Technician - ATD (Device Characterization)

Role Summary

Perform hands-on RF device characterization and support engineering activities in the Advanced Technology Development Device Characterization Lab. Work primarily in a wafer-probing lab environment to collect RF/DC/pulse data, support measurement development, and maintain test equipment and lab compliance.

Position is onsite in the Dallas lab and supports first-shift laboratory operations.

Experience Level

Mid-level — typically requires about 5+ years of relevant characterization experience as indicated by the posting.

Responsibilities

Execute and support experimental testing and lab operations for RF device characterization.

• Perform on-wafer RF, DC and pulse characterization of components during process development (s-parameters, SPICE correlation).
• Support load-pull and RF noise-figure measurements on-wafer (up to ~70 GHz) and develop new measurement techniques.
• Characterize analog, RF, and high-speed digital components; perform ESD (TLP) characterization and wafer testing under mechanical stress.
• Work from test-chip layouts, diagrams and written plans to execute tests, checkout equipment and troubleshoot failures.
• Conduct detailed experimental tests to collect technology data and assist in research and modeling efforts.
• Perform operational tests, fault isolation, and routine equipment calibration and readiness tasks.
• Maintain lab safety and compliance for characterization activities.

Requirements

Must-have technical skills and experience; followed by preferred skills.

• Must-have: Minimum 5 years of experience characterizing RF components (s-parameters) and using bench or automated test equipment for device characterization.
• Must-have: Strong troubleshooting skills on electrical/mechanical test systems and experience performing operational test and fault isolation.
• Preferred / Nice-to-have: Load-pull and RF noise-parameter measurement experience.
• Preferred / Nice-to-have: Wafer-level characterization experience and familiarity with on-wafer probing up to microwave/mm-wave frequencies.
• Preferred / Nice-to-have: Soldering skills and ability to work with electro-mechanical systems; experience with TLP/ESD testing is a plus.
• Preferred / Nice-to-have: Proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and clear verbal/written communication; ability to work in teams and manage multiple tasks.

Education Requirements

High school diploma or GED required (listed as minimum in the posting).

About the Company

Company: Texas Instruments

Headquarters: Dallas, Texas, USA

Texas Instruments is a global semiconductor company that designs, manufactures, and sells analog and embedded processing chips for various markets including industrial, automotive, and personal electronics. The company's innovations aim to make electronics more affordable and reliable, fostering advancements in technology through each generation of semiconductors.