EEE Failure Analysis Specialist (Starlink Satellite PCB Engineering)
Core
Perform destructive and non-destructive failure analysis on Starlink satellite PCBAs and electronic components to determine manufacturing quality and root causes of non-conforming hardware.
Role type
Hands-on IC EEE Failure Analysis Specialist
Builds
Pre-production, qualification, and flight hardware for Starlink satellites
Domain
Aerospace / Satellite Manufacturing / PCB Engineering
Deliverable
Production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Destructive analysis techniques, Non-destructive analysis techniques, Cross-sectioning, Parallel lapping and polishing, Chemical decapsulation, X-Ray inspection, CT scan, SEM, Visual inspection, Dye and pry, Electronic theory understanding, Electrical troubleshooting, Component/PCBA failure analysis lab experience
Preferred skills
SMT manufacturing familiarity, EEE piece parts knowledge, First Article Inspection Report experience, Microsoft Excel/Word/PPT proficiency
Technologies
X-Ray, CT scan, SEM, Cross-sectioning equipment, Chemical decapsulation tools
Responsibilities
Support destructive and non-destructive analyses during development and pre-production phases, Support engineering in analysis of rework and recovery efforts on non-conforming hardware, Assist with analyses into piece part failures and non-conforming material, Provide targeted surge support for company critical analyses or qualification test efforts
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC