Principal Dft Engineer (silicon Engineering)

SpaceX

Irvine, CA, United States
Base: $200,000 - $285,000 py; bonus/equity: eligib...
On-site
10+ years asic experience
Scan insertion and dft setup
Siemens tessent tool proficiency
SpaceX is seeking a Principal DFT Engineer to develop next-generation ASICs for the Starlink satellite constellation and ground infrastructure

Job Summary

  • SpaceX is seeking a Principal DFT Engineer to develop next-generation ASICs for the Starlink satellite constellation and ground infrastructure.
  • The role involves leading the implementation of scan insertion, compression logic, and memory BIST while leveraging Siemens Tessent tools.
  • Candidates will receive a base salary between $200,000 and $285,000 per year along with stock options and comprehensive medical benefits.

Matching Summary

SpaceX is seeking a Principal DFT Engineer to develop next-generation ASICs for the Starlink satellite constellation and ground infrastructure.

Salary

Base: $200,000 - $285,000 per year; Bonus/Equity: Eligible for stock options and long-term incentives; Benefits: Comprehensive medical, vision, dental, 401(k), and paid leave

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 10+ years ASIC experience
  • Scan insertion and DFT setup
  • Siemens Tessent tool proficiency
  • ATPG pattern generation expertise
  • RTL and gate netlist verification

Nice-to-have

  • Leadership in SOC DFT execution
  • UPF power optimization experience
  • Clock domain crossing problem solving
  • ATE tester integration knowledge
  • Advanced silicon process node familiarity

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science
  • 10+ years of experience working with ASICs
  • 10+ years of experience in scan insertion and DFT validation
  • U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent resident status required

Work Rights

Must be U.S. citizen, green card holder, refugee, or asylee

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