Senior Test Engineer

@ SPIRIT ELECTRONICS

Company Overview

Spirit Electronics is a veteran-owned, woman-owned small business specializing in the distribution and engineering of high-reliability components. Serving the aerospace and defense sectors, Spirit provides advanced supply chain solutions, value-added services, and technical expertise in areas such as authorized distribution, foundry access, PCB design and assembly, and testing of semiconductors.

Position Summary

The Senior Test Engineer will lead the design, development, and deployment of advanced test solutions for electronic components, semiconductors, and circuit card assemblies. The role focuses on developing and maintaining test programs on Automatic Test Equipment (ATE) such as the Advantest Verigy 93000 platform and bench-level test solutions. Leadership, technical expertise, and customer engagement are key aspects of this role.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and debug ATE test programs on Advantest Verigy 93000 or equivalent platforms.
• Perform DC, AC, and functional testing of semiconductors and electronic devices.
• Design and implement bench test instrumentation setups and rack-and-stack systems.
• Develop data acquisition systems, test fixtures, and validate measurement accuracy.
• Analyze test results, perform root cause analysis, and provide customer recommendations.
• Lead debug and diagnostics for functional failures.
• Mentor test engineers and technicians.
• Collaborate with design, quality, and manufacturing teams to integrate test methods.
• Ensure compliance with AS9100, ISO9001, and MIL-STD standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s in Electrical or Computer Engineering (Master’s preferred).
• 7+ years in semiconductor/electronics testing with ATE program development expertise.
• Hands-on experience with Advantest Verigy 93000 or similar platforms.
• Strong background in bench-level testing and instrumentation.
• Proficiency in data acquisition, processing, and automated test reporting.
• Experience with debug/diagnostics of functional failures.
• Excellent project leadership, communication, and technical documentation skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree or certifications in semiconductor test/system testing.
• Experience in aerospace, defense, or foundry environments.
• Knowledge of automation and scripting tools (Python, LabVIEW, C/C++).
• Familiarity with JEDEC, NASA, or DoD protocols.

Why Join Spirit Electronics?

At Spirit Electronics, you will assume a technical leadership role shaping advanced test solutions for aerospace, defense, and space applications. You will own complex test development, mentor engineers, and deliver critical testing capabilities for mission-critical technologies.

Export Control & Equal Employment Opportunity

This position may involve access to controlled information under U.S. export laws and requires verification of U.S. Person status. Spirit Electronics is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a discrimination-free workplace. If you require accommodation during the application process, please contact info@spiritelectronics.com.

Key skills/competency

• ATE
• Bench testing
• Debug
• Data acquisition
• Semiconductor
• Instrumentation
• Compliance
• Test program
• Leadership
• Diagnostics