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Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.\nASIC/SOC DFT ENGINEER (SILICON ENGINEERING)\nAt SpaceX we’re leveraging our experience in building rockets and spacecraft to deploy Starlink, the world’s most advanced broadband internet system. Starlink is the world’s largest satellite constellation and is providing fast, reliable internet to millions of users worldwide. We design, build, test, and operate all parts of the system - thousands of satellites, consumer receivers that allow users to connect within minutes of unboxing, and the software that brings it all together. We’ve only begun to scratch the surface of Starlink’s potential global impact and are looking for best-in-class engineers to help maximize Starlink’s utility for communities and businesses around the globe. \nWe are seeking a motivated, proactive, and intellectually curious engineer who will work alongside world-class cross-disciplinary teams (systems, firmware, architecture, design, validation, product engineering, ASIC implementation). In this role, you will be developing cutting-edge next-generation ASICs for deployment in space and ground infrastructures around the globe. These chips are enabling connectivity in places it has previously not been available, affordable or reliable. Your efforts will help deliver cutting-edge solutions that will expand the performance and capabilities of the Starlink network. \nRESPONSIBILITIES:\nResponsible for evaluating design readiness for scan insertion through RTL and physical design Scan Design Rule Check (DRC) tools\nIntegration and verification of Design for Test (DFT) fabrics and IP within Subsystems\nRunning and evaluating scan insertion through synthesis tools and refining scan insertion recipe for maximum coverage\nRun ATPG(Automatic Test Pattern Generation) analysis to ensure quality scan chain construction and meeting basic coverage goals\nRun and debug non-timing and SDF annotated gate level simulations\nCreating ATPG content for use in post-silicon testing and validating that content through gate level simulation\nCollaborate with circuit physical design team, ATPG team and manufacturing team to facilitate high quality scan coverage in silicon\nBASIC QUALIFICATIONS:\nBachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering or computer science\n1+ years of professional experience working with ASICs\nExperience in scan insertion or DFT setup\nPREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:\nUnderstanding of ASIC design flow, methodologies, physical design, and verification\nExperience with high reliability design and implementations\nGood scripting skills (csh/bash, Perl, Python etc.)\nFamiliar with implementation or integration of design blocks using Verilog/SystemVerilog\nFamiliar with UPF (unified power format), formal verification, and DRC rule checking experience\nAbility to work in a dynamic environment with changing needs and requirements\nTeam-player, can-do attitude, and ability to work well in a group environment while still contributing on an individual basis\nEnjoys being challenged and learning new skills\nADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:\nMust be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed\nITAR REQUIREMENTS:\nTo conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. 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