The Microcircuit Emulation Center (MEC) at SRI International (formerly Sarnoff Corporation) is looking for an Electronic Test Technician II to support the manufacturing of microcircuits (integrated circuits) on-site at our Princeton, NJ location.  Through SRI’s Generalized Emulation of Microcircuits (GEM) program, the MEC supplies form, fit, function, and interface replacements for obsolete microcircuits. Check out our GEM program This capability supports production, redesign, and sustainment requirements for the life of a weapon system.  SRI’s MEC is a government-supported, U.S. based Trusted foundry.

The Electronic Test Technician will ensure manufactured microcircuits (integrated circuits) meet all necessary requirements before they reach the customer.  They will support the GEM Production Support Specialist, perform physical testing of the electronic devices and follow internal quality test procedures as per Mil Std 883 test method requirements for electrical and environmental tests on the final delivered microcircuit.

• ESD training completion, provided by SRI, prior to handling any product or testing
• Review and follow required Mil Std 883 Test Methods and SRI Microcircuit Test Procedures (MTP’s)
• Hands on trouble shooting test equipment and power supply modules
• Perform electrical qualification and environmental tests per SRI MTP’s in compliance with Mil Std 883 Test Methods
• Provide support to GEM Production Support Specialist (GPSS), i.e. verify burn-in program cards, generate burn-in signal routing cards, build/repair device under test (DUT) boards, prep and populate burn-in boards, electronic soldering
• Handle multiple projects focused on meeting deadlines and on budget
• Follow ESD and safety requirements
• Proper handling of chemicals for tests requiring their use
• Perform daily organization of work areas

• 2+ years’ related experience in semiconductor or microcircuit manufacturing environment
• High School Diploma or equivalency
• Due to Government requirement candidates must be a US Citizen or Permanent Resident
• Knowledge of electronic device package types and experience with test equipment such as oscilloscopes, digital multi-meters, temperature measuring devices/units, thermocouples, high power microscopes and electronic hand tools
• Experience interpreting wiring diagrams and schematics and familiarity or experience using equipment designed for environmental testing such as temperature chambers, burn-in ovens, leak detectors, etc.
• Computer and software skills to perform daily work (MS Office suite)
• Familiarity with Government Standard Mil-Prf 38535 and experience performing testing per Mil Std 883 test methods is highly desired but not required

The salary range is: $20.76-$27.51/hr. Salary ranges will vary and are based on several factors, including geographic location, market competitiveness and equity amongst internal employees in similar roles. Positions may also qualify for SRI's Pay for Outstanding Performance program or the annual Performance Based Compensation program. SRI also has a competitive benefits package, to view details please go to https://www.sri.com/resources/benefits/. SRI will accept applications until the position is filled.

SRI is an independent nonprofit research institute headquartered in Menlo Park, Calif., with a rich history of supporting government and industry. We create and deliver world-changing solutions for a safer, healthier, and more sustainable future. For more than 75 years, we have collaborated across technical and scientific disciplines to discover and develop groundbreaking products and technologies and bring innovations and ideas to the marketplace.