Hardware Development Engineer, Failure Analysis (Starlink)
Core
Identify, analyze, and resolve hardware failures to improve the robustness and longevity of PCBAs and satellite/gateway hardware.
Role type
Hardware Development Engineer, Failure Analysis
Builds
Starlink satellite and ground station hardware
Domain
Aerospace / Satellite Communications
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
root cause analysis, environmental testing (HALT/HASS, thermal, vibration, TVAC), test automation, statistical process control, circuit testing (analog/digital/mixed-signal), RF hardware testing, design for excellence (DFX), soldering, oscilloscope usage, Python, C/C++
Preferred skills
Master's degree in electrical engineering, 3+ years industry experience, troubleshooting electrical hardware failures, knowledge of quality tools (Lean, Six Sigma)
Technologies
Python, C/C++, SPI, I2C, CAN, Ethernet, RS422
Responsibilities
Perform detailed failure analysis of satellite and gateway hardware, collaborate with design and manufacturing teams to improve reliability, utilize schematics and test equipment for failure investigations, monitor yield rates and quality metrics, conduct benchtop environmental testing, maintain documentation of findings and corrective actions
Seniority
Entry to Mid-level, hands-on IC