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Requirements found
Excel (nice)
What this posting asks for
Level: Senior — The posting asks for 6+ years of experience.
Main responsibilities
- Perform wafer-level probing and testing using DC/RF probe stations, parametric analyzers, and vector network analyzers (VNAs) to measure I-V characteristics,…
- Set up and operate RF package test stations, including test sockets, handlers, and vector network analyzers (VNAs), to execute parametric, functional, and hi…
- Load and unload packaged devices into automated test equipment (ATE), following recipes to run sort tests, binning, and data collection for yield tracking an…
- Perform basic inspections of test results using software interfaces to identify outliers or failures, generating simple defect reports and flagging issues fo…
- Conduct routine equipment maintenance, such as calibrating RF cables, cleaning fixtures, and verifying probe contacts, to ensure accurate measurements and mi…
- Log test data, including throughput metrics and SPC charts, using software to support production reporting and defect trend analysis
- Collaborate cross-functionally to achieve daily test volumes, and assist in simple setup changes or fixture preparations
- Adhere to cleanroom protocols, ESD safeguards, and safety standards during handling of sensitive RF components
- High school diploma or equivalency certificate
- 6+ years of professional experience in a hands-on manufacturing environment OR bachelor's degree in an engineering, math or science discipline
Competencies an interviewer will look for
- Technical skill Core
In the posting: “You will work closely with IC packaging engineers, test engineers, equipment manufacturers and leadership.” · “Load and unload packaged devices into automated test equipment (ATE), following recipes to run sort tests, binning, and data collection for yield tracking an…” · “Perform basic inspections of test results using software interfaces to identify outliers or failures, generating simple defect reports and flagging issues fo…”
Show it by: Names the tools, languages or systems used and how; Explains a technical choice and its trade-off. - Data and analysis Core
In the posting: “Perform wafer-level probing and testing using DC/RF probe stations, parametric analyzers, and vector network analyzers (VNAs) to measure I-V characteristics,…” · “Set up and operate RF package test stations, including test sockets, handlers, and vector network analyzers (VNAs), to execute parametric, functional, and hi…” · “Load and unload packaged devices into automated test equipment (ATE), following recipes to run sort tests, binning, and data collection for yield tracking an…”
Show it by: Uses a number to describe the situation or the result; Explains what the data showed and what was done with it. - Attention to detail and quality Core
In the posting: “The success of Starlink depends on the quality, reliability, cost, manufacturability, throughput, and security of the products that you deliver.” · “Perform wafer-level probing and testing using DC/RF probe stations, parametric analyzers, and vector network analyzers (VNAs) to measure I-V characteristics,…” · “Set up and operate RF package test stations, including test sockets, handlers, and vector network analyzers (VNAs), to execute parametric, functional, and hi…”
Show it by: Gives an example of an error caught before it caused harm; Names the check or standard they used. - Teamwork and collaboration Core
In the posting: “You will work closely with IC packaging engineers, test engineers, equipment manufacturers and leadership.” · “Collaborate cross-functionally to achieve daily test volumes, and assist in simple setup changes or fixture preparations”
Show it by: Says what they did inside a team, not only what 'we' did; Shows how a disagreement was handled. - Planning and organisation Core
In the posting: “If you seek a fast-paced, dynamic environment;” · “Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable acco…”
Show it by: Shows how priorities were set when everything was urgent; Mentions deadlines met and how. - Problem solving Supporting
In the posting: “if you thrive on solving difficult problems where resolutions have high impact;”
Show it by: Describes a real problem, the options considered and the one chosen; Shows how the cause was found, not just the fix. - Leadership and mentoring Supporting
In the posting: “You will work closely with IC packaging engineers, test engineers, equipment manufacturers and leadership.”
Show it by: Describes setting direction or a standard others followed; Names someone they coached and what changed for them. - Stakeholder management Supporting
In the posting: “employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, ge…”
Show it by: Shows how they aligned people with different goals; Explains how they handled a 'no' from someone senior.
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Practice questions
- Tell me about yourself. Dedicated step-by-step practice.
- If an interviewer asks something improper How to respond to questions about age, family, origin or health.
- Built from this posting (8):
- Walk me through a piece of work where you used your strongest technical skill. What exactly did you do? From this posting
- Tell me about a time you used data or numbers to make a decision. From this posting
- Tell me about a time you caught an error before it reached a customer or a report. From this posting
- Describe a time you worked with another team to deliver something. What was your part? From this posting
- How have you used excel in your work? Walk me through one real example. From this posting
- Tell me about a time you helped someone on your team get better at their work. From this posting
- Tell me about a difficult problem you solved at work. How did you find the cause? From this posting
- Tell me about a time you had to get agreement from people who wanted different things. From this posting
- How have you used spreadsheets in your work?
- Describe a time you handled an upset customer or colleague.
- Tell me about a time you had several deadlines at once. How did you decide what to do first?
- Give an example of a mistake you caught before it caused a problem.
- Tell me about a time you taught someone how to do something.
- Describe a time you took the lead without being asked.
- Tell me about a time you had to explain something complicated in simple terms.
- Describe a process you improved.
- Do you have any questions for us?
- Why do you want to work here?
- Why is there a gap in your employment? Difficult question
- Why did you leave your last job? Difficult question
- Why are you changing careers? Difficult question
- What is your greatest weakness? Difficult question
- What are your salary expectations? Difficult question
- You seem overqualified for this role. Why do you want it? Difficult question
- Improper-question practice: How old are you? / Do you have children? / Where are you from originally?
- A customer is angry about a delay you did not cause. What do you do?
- How do you keep track of many open customer requests?
- Tell me about a time you could not give a customer what they wanted.
- You find that the inventory count does not match the system. What do you do?
- Tell me about a time a shipment or delivery went wrong.
- How do you make sure safety rules are followed on a busy shift?
- Two managers ask you to book the same room at the same time. What do you do?
- Tell me about a time you had to enter or check a lot of data accurately.
- Tell me about a sale or agreement you are proud of.
- A prospect says your price is too high. How do you respond?
- How do you keep your pipeline organised?
- Tell me about a technical problem you solved on your own.
- You find a bug right before a release. What do you do?
- Walk me through how you would check whether a report's numbers are right.

