Application Engineering Manager

About Advantest

Advantest America Inc. is part of Advantest Corporation, the world’s largest provider of automated test equipment (ATE) for the semiconductor industry. The company designs and manufactures cutting-edge testing solutions that help semiconductor manufacturers ensure the quality and performance of their products. Advantest is known for innovation, reliability, and a strong commitment to supporting its customers and employees.

Our Purpose & Values

• Mission: Improve lives through advanced technologies and customer-focused innovation.
• Vision: Be the most trusted and valued test solution provider in the semiconductor value chain.
• Core Values:

I- Innovation is our Lifeblood

N- Number One is Our Aspiration

T- Trust is our Foundation

E- Empowerment is Our Motivation

G- Global is our Reach

R- Respect is our Heart

I - Inclusion and Diversity is Our Commitment

T- Teamwork is our Approach

Y- Yes is Our Attitude

Why Join Us

At Advantest, innovation starts with people. We’re looking for curious, capable, and collaborative individuals ready to shape the future of semiconductor technology. You’ll join a global team where your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and your work makes a real impact.

We foster an integrity-centered culture, where honesty, inclusion, and respect are the foundation of everything we do.

Job Description

We are seeking an application engineering manager who will manage and deliver technical solutions for digital, mixed-signal, and RF IC device testing to our customers based on Advantest 93K products and services.

They will lead a team of engineers supporting the day-to-day activities in person at the customer site, owning responsibility for the team’s deliverables and ensuring timely and high-quality delivery of solutions.

They will provide support for both pre-sales and post-sales assessment of customer needs as well as quick implementation/execution of the solution.

You'll work on cutting-edge technology working side by side with our customers in close collaboration with R&D and marketing in a cross-functional, international environment. This is an ideal position for a software or electrical engineer with a strong test engineering background, requiring both in depth knowledge of the V93000 system, as well as strong people skills to collect customer requirements and manage the delivery of solutions in a cross-functional team.

Responsibilities include:

• Provide technical leadership and support in the sales and support of Advantest V93000 Semiconductor Test Systems and Applications for a specific customer or wherever business needs dictate.
• Manage the day-to-day activities of the RF project team, tracking deliverables and ensuring timely delivery of solutions.
• Requires RF technology skills in fields like Bluetooth, 802.11a/b/g/n, 5G, 802.15.4, mmWave, WiGig, or Radar
• Familiar with Rx and Tx Test Methodology, 93k test program and test method development.
• Ability to design hardware for RF devices and having knowledge of RF Matching and De-embedding is a plus.
• Perform analysis of complex IC manufacturer customer requirements providing expertise on topics such as: Performance, Design, Utilization, Optimization, test program development/conversions and Implementation Strategies
• Accountable for the design, scoping, and technical validity of the solution to achieve the customer's business objectives.
• Focus for technical topics is on mixed signal and RF technologies, digital and DC testing
• Solves problems of limited scope and complexity.
• Travel: Approximately 25% travel to various customer and Advantest sites.

Requirements:

• BS in electrical engineering, computer science or equivalent discipline and experience
• V93000 and/or other ATE test engineering experience
• >7 years practical experience in application development or test engineering on ATE for analog and RF devices
• Knowledge and experience on test program development for high frequency RF devices such as 5G, 802.15.4, mmWave, WiGig or Radar
• Demonstrated experience with LINUX, JAVA, C, C++
• Strong trouble shooting skills
• Knowledge of semiconductor industry
• Ability to work in a fast paced, project oriented, team environment
• Positive attitude and good communication skills

Additional Skills Preferred (but not required):

• MS degree or higher
• Signal integrity design, simulation and measurement experience
• ATE test interface board (load board) design and verification

Advantest Benefits Overview

• Global Bonus Program: Performance-based bonuses paid twice yearly.
• 401(k) Plan: Pre-tax retirement savings with company match.
• Medical, Dental & Vision: Multiple plan options including HMO, PPO, and HSA.
• Income Protection: Life, disability, and accident insurance at no cost.
• Flexible Spending Accounts: Healthcare and dependent care options.
• Employee Assistance Program: Free support for personal and work-related issues.
• Flexible Time Off: Accrual starts at hire, increases with service.
• Paid Holidays: 13 company holidays annually.