CLAWS Electronics Test Engineer

🇺🇸 Raleigh, NC 🕑 Full-Time 💰 TBD 💻 Software Engineering 🗓️ March 25th, 2026

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Edtech.com's Summary

NC State University is hiring a CLAWS Electronics Test Engineer to support the development of next-generation GaN semiconductor devices. The engineer will execute on-wafer and packaged device tests, implement new characterization plans, and maintain test equipment to ensure availability and conformance with specifications.

Highlights

Perform on-wafer and packaged device tests for RF and power semiconductor devices, including amplifiers, MMICs, transistors, and diodes.
Implement device/wafer characterization plans and develop new test capabilities in collaboration with MES engineers.
Maintain test equipment, perform calibrations, and develop standard operating procedures (SOPs).
Use statistical methods such as GR&R and MSA to define test capabilities.
Required skills: experience testing power or RF semiconductor devices, familiarity with small signal, load-pull, pulsed I-V, DC characteristics, and parametric testing.
Preferred skills include knowledge of RF discrete, MMIC, passive component tests, parameter extraction supporting EDA/PDK, reliability testing, MES/SPC systems, PCB design, and statistical tools (DOE, JMP, Minitab).
Programming or scripting experience desired (e.g., Python, JSL, SQL).
Minimum qualifications: M.S. or B.S. in Electrical Engineering or related field focused on semiconductor devices and 3+ years of semiconductor device test experience.
Must demonstrate strong communication skills, ability to multitask, follow safety procedures, and work collaboratively with diverse teams.
Position is part of the CLAWS department, supporting a $39.4 million DoD award focused on wide bandgap semiconductors innovation.