Hardware Reliability Technician, Microelectronics Test (Starlink)
Core
Execute microelectronics reliability tests and support failure analysis for silicon and packaged components in the Starlink Reliability Test Lab.
Role type
Hands-on IC hardware reliability technician (microelectronics test)
Builds
High-reliability silicon and packaged components for Starlink satellites
Domain
Aerospace / Microelectronics reliability
Deliverable
Production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Microelectronics reliability testing, failure analysis, soldering, PCBA rework, cross-sectioning, test equipment operation, sample preparation, environmental testing (thermal cycling, humidity, mechanical stress), quality management systems (ISO 9001), basic failure analysis tools (optical microscopy, data logging)
Preferred skills
Microelectronics quality experience, familiarity with reliability standards (JEDEC, IPC, AEC-Q200), cleanroom/ESD-controlled environment experience
Technologies
Thermal chambers, HAST, temperature cycling systems, optical microscopy, data logging
Responsibilities
Operate failure analysis and reliability test equipment, document test results and observations, troubleshoot and perform basic maintenance on test equipment, perform hands-on tasks including sample preparation, soldering, PCBA rework, and cross-sectioning
Seniority
Entry-level, hands-on IC