Our Sunnyvale, CA laboratory provides test, engineering, and reliability services to a wide range of technology sectors, from startups to Fortune 500 companies. Our failure analysis team supports clients in developing and refining technologies across various industries, including consumer electronics, medical devices, automotive, military, aerospace, and manufacturing. We use cutting-edge methods and tools to provide hands-on technical expertise. We are looking for a Failure Analysis Engineer who will be responsible for evaluating the electrical and mechanical characteristics of systems and/or integrated circuits, components, sub-components and systems to determine the cause of failure, including the verification of analog and digital performance. Analyzing failure reports and recommends corrective action. Developing methods, processes, procedures, and equipment that will improve the failure analysis process and/or reduce failures. Be the source for technical information, guidance and leadership. Essential Job Functions: Perform hands-on analytical work on electronic components Ability to identify and delegate work suitable for employees’ capability Review and approval analysis data and reports Provide, maintain, and emphasize quality in operation and product Organize, coordinate members of department to facilitate workflow Promote and direct a cohesive team environment Interface with external customers to maintain professional relationships Identify and resolve problems within group operations Develop and deliver technical content for operations, sale/marketing and other business development needs. Participate in industry conferences, seminars, tutorials and become source for technical information As an FA Engineer, you will use advanced tools and techniques to support clients by understanding their needs, designing and executing analytical plans, providing insights, and recommending next steps. This dynamic role involves working with a variety of innovative samples. If you enjoy challenges, thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment, and are excited by this role, we encourage you to apply.
This position works with companies that deal with defense-related activities and is subject to ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulations). All considered applicants must be U.S. Persons as defined by ITAR: U.S. Citizen U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. “Green Card Holder”) Political Asylee or Refugee Education and Experience: BS or MS in Electrical Engineering, Materials Science or appropriate science field is required. 10+ years of direct experience in Semiconductor or Electronics Failure Analysis Hands-on Experience and Expertise: Electrical Test/Measurements: ATE datalog, Curve trace, Bench test (parametric analyzer, o-scopes, CV measurement, etc.) X-ray (2D and CT/3D) Scanning Acoustic Microscopy (C-SAM) Fault isolation techniques: OBIRCH, XIVA, emmi, IR Thermography, LVP/LTP, SDL/LADA Deprocessing (RIE, parallel lapping, PFIB, etc.) Chemical etching (HF, acids/bases, delineation, etc.) Plasma etching (RIE, ICP, CF4, etc.). Cross sectioning (metallurgical, ion mill, DB FIB, etc.) SEM/EDS Microprobing/Picoprobing/Nanoprobing Dye and Pry Warpage measurement (shadow or projection moire) Job Knowledge, Skills, and Ability: Knowledge in Device physics, circuits/schematics, IC design, semiconductor fabrication and package manufacturing, etc. Industry Standards: ISO, MIL-STD, AEC, JEDEC, IPC, etc. FinFET and advanced node technology DPA (Destructive Physical Analysis) Software: GDS layout, LabView Excellent written communication skills Must be a proficient communicator and listener Must be hands-on in a laboratory environment, operating tools, performing techniques, etc. We encourage you to apply even if your experience is not a 100% match with the position. We are looking for someone with relevant skills and experience, not a checklist that exactly matches the job description. We want to help you grow and in return, you help us grow into a stronger, more inclusive organization. Physical Requirements: Ability to continuously operate a personal computer or lab equipment for extended periods (4+ hours). Ability to operate a keyboard and other lab equipment, use a telephone, access file cabinets and other items stored at various levels, including overhead. Must be able to remain in a stationary position 80% of the time. Ability to communicate clearly and understandably in normal conversational distance, over the telephone, and in group settings. Ability to handle small and fragile devices with tweezers and/or fingers. Require close-distance visual acuity with or without correction (glasses, contacts, etc.). Must be willing and able to wear PPE such as respirator, hard-hat, steel-toed shoes, safety glasses, laboratory coat, and other required devices or equipment. Ability to learn new tasks, remember processes, maintain focus, complete tasks independently, and make timely decisions in workflow contexts. Ability to mo