ASIC Design for Test (DFT) Engineer
PGS Worldwide is seeking a highly experienced ASIC Design for Test (DFT) Engineer to join a fast-paced, collaborative team supporting advanced aerospace and defense technology. This remote contract role focuses on ASIC development with an emphasis on DFT implementation throughout the product lifecycle.
You’ll collaborate with engineers across disciplines, working to ensure efficient testability and robust design using cutting-edge methodologies and tools.
- Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering
- 8+ years of relevant DFT and ASIC design experience (or 6+ years with a Master’s)
- U.S. Citizenship is required due to program access
- Proven experience across full ASIC design lifecycle
- Expertise with Cadence and/or Mentor DFT and ATPG tools
- Strong understanding of:
- Hierarchical scan testing, test compression
- JTAG IEEE-1149.1 / 1149.6 (AC JTAG)
- IEEE-1500 / 1687 standards
- Logic BIST / Memory BIST
- Skilled in generating ATPG test patterns and analyzing test results
- Experience collaborating with test engineers on vector implementation
- Proficiency in HDL (VHDL, Verilog, or SystemVerilog)
- Scripting experience with Tcl, Python, or Perl
- Strong communication and cross-team collaboration skills
- Preferred Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering
- Hands-on experience with Cadence Modus DFT tools
- Familiarity with synthesis, place & route (P&R), and static timing analysis
Location: Remote (U.S.-based only)
Work Authorization: Must be a U.S. Citizen
Industry: Aerospace & Defense
Job ID: 14765
Military veterans and transitioning military members are encouraged to apply to all PGS Worldwide positions. All of our jobs are military-friendly, and we work with leaders in Aerospace who rely on your military expertise to support mission-critical programs nationwide. As a Veteran Founded company, we know that the military has given you the skills and training you need to succeed in positions like this, and we want to support your success in the civilian sector however we can. We thank you for your service and humbly offer our own in return by helping you take your career to the next level.
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