Role Overview
We are looking for a Senior Test Development Engineer to take technical ownership of ATE test solutions for RF / PMIC semiconductor products from NPI through High Volume Manufacturing (HVM).
This role requires strong hands‑on capability together with the ability to drive test strategy, resolve complex manufacturing issues, and influence cross‑functional decisions.
Key Responsibilities / Accountabilities:
- Test Development & Ownership
- Own end‑to‑end ATE test development, including test hardware development, DFT, software development, and continuous optimization
- Develop, debug, and maintain test programs on ATE platforms such as DMDX, ETS88 (LTX-ac experience is a strong plus)
- Define and optimize test coverage, test time to meet quality and cost targets
- Drive NPI to HVM test readiness, including qualification, correlation, and release decisions
- Serve as a technical escalation point for yield loss, test escapes, and system‑level failures
- Perform deep root cause analysis across tester, handler, probe card, and device interactions
- Lead yield improvement, test time reduction, and capacity optimization initiatives in HVM
- Work closely with OSATs and internal manufacturing teams to ensure stable high‑volume production
- Debug and support test hardware including probe cards, sockets, load boards, and handler interfaces
- Utilize lab instrumentation such as oscilloscope, spectrum analyzer, multimeter, and RF equipment for advanced debugging
- Cross‑Functional Collaboration & Technical Leadership
- Collaborate with Design, Product Engineering, Quality, and Process teams to resolve product‑wide issues
- Review product specifications and provide test‑manufacturability feedback
- Mentor junior TDEs and technicians on test methodology, debugging, and best practices
- Contribute to test strategy standardization and knowledge sharing across teams
Requirements:
- BS/MS in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related disciplines with 8+ years of hands‑on experience in semiconductor test development or product/test engineering
- Strong experience with ATE test execution, development, and debugging
- Solid understanding of RF / mixed‑signal / PMIC test fundamentals
- Proficiency in programming or scripting (C/C++, Python, Perl, VBA preferred)
- Experience working in Windows and Linux environments
- Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills
- Experience supporting High Volume Manufacturing (HVM)
- Knowledge of PCB / load board / probe card design, including tools like Altium or Cadence
- Familiarity with process control, statistical analysis, and manufacturing data monitoring
- Demonstrated ability to lead technically complex projects and influence stakeholders without direct authority
- Experience working with geographically distributed or global engineering teams
What Success Looks Like in This Role
- Stable and robust test solutions released on time for NPI and sustained through HVM
- Measurable improvements in yield, test time, and product quality
- Effective resolution of complex cross‑boundary manufacturing issues
- Recognized technical leadership within the test engineering organization
Please visit our corporate website at www.qorvo.com/careers to apply directly to this position.
