Yield Engineer, RF Final Test Integration; Starlink​/Akoustis

Yield Engineer, RF Final Test Integration (Starlink/Akoustis)

Bastrop, TX

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X is actively developing the technologies to enable human life on Mars in partnership with Starlink and Akoustis RF filter production.

As a Yield Engineer you will correlate RF final test results with front‑end wafer‑level performance to identify and eliminate root causes of yield loss. Your work will drive process improvements across wafer probe and final test operations and will collaborate with design teams to optimize yield.

• Develop and implement RF test cases and calibration procedures for BAW filter devices operating in the 2 GHz to >10 GHz range.
• Establish strong linkages between wafer probe data and final RF test performance, driving root cause analysis of yield detractors.
• Use statistical tools such as SPC and DOE to monitor, control, and improve yield across the manufacturing flow.
• Develop and maintain Cost of Ownership (CoO) and risk models to evaluate probe test strategies and ensure effective test coverage.
• Sustain and optimize workflow and throughput in a high‑mix RF test work center, driving continuous improvements in cycle time and cost.
• Collaborate with design teams to provide feedback on DFM (Design for Manufacturability) and yield optimization opportunities.
• Lead and mentor test operators, ensuring proper execution of test plans and maintenance of clean, organized workflows.
• Support installation and qualification of new test tools, including capability enhancements and capacity expansions.
• Work closely with operations team and tool vendors to resolve equipment and process‑related issues.
• Create and maintain SOPs, engineering instructions, and test documentation.

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, physics, materials science, or another STEM discipline.
• Experience in RF testing, yield engineering, or semiconductor manufacturing (internship or professional).

• 2+ years of experience in RF test development or semiconductor yield engineering.
• Working knowledge of RF measurement principles, including S‑parameters, insertion loss, return loss, and calibration.
• Familiarity with RF BAW filter technology and associated test challenges.
• Experience using automated probe stations, VNAs, and RF measurement tools.
• Strong analytical skills with demonstrated ability to perform data analysis, root cause analysis, and yield correlation.
• Proficiency in Statistical Process Control (SPC), DOE, and related quality improvement methodologies.
• Familiarity with scripting and automation (e.g., Python, LabVIEW, MATLAB) for test or data analysis is a plus.
• Ability to work independently and cross‑functionally in a high‑mix, fast‑paced production environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for collaboration across engineering, operations, and design teams.

• Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed to meet critical milestones.
• Ability to travel up to 10% domestically and internationally for supplier and manufacturing support.
• Ability to perform light physical tasks (lifting up to 25 lbs, handling packaging samples).
• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

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