Debug Supervisor

Flextronics - The Flex Company; Milpitas (CA); On-site; USD 99,000 - 136,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision plans

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) Matching

Vacation & Sick Time

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Flex is seeking a Debug Engineer Supervisor to lead a team in Milpitas, CA, driving testing and troubleshooting of hardware and software systems. You will guide up to 15 technicians and coordinate with engineering, quality, and production teams to resolve issues efficiently.

The role requires 4–7+ years in electrical or computer engineering, BS or MS preferred, and strong leadership skills. This on-site position offers competitive benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering with 4–7+ years in EE/computer electrical technologies.
• 3+ years of manufacturing experience.
• Strong communication and management skills; able to mentor on the floor.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a debugging team of up to 15 technicians, providing guidance and support.
• Plan, execute, and oversee electronic hardware and software testing with proper procedures.
• Analyze test results and prepare technical reports and failure analyses for engineering and management.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, purchasing, SQA, and production to troubleshoot issues.
• Conduct root cause analysis of test yield issues and drive corrective actions.
• Mentor technicians and operators on test hardware, software, and problem-solving methods.
• Evaluate, configure, and troubleshoot FPGA and BGA technologies and identify defect sources.

Skills

Team leadership

Electrical engineering

FPGA

BGA technologies

Root cause analysis

Manufacturing experience

Communication

Education

BS in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering

MS preferred

Tools

FPGA tooling

Electronic testing equipment

Job description

About Flex

Flex is the diversified manufacturing partner of choice that helps market-leading brands design, build and deliver innovative products that improve the world. A career at Flex offers the opportunity to make a difference and invest in your growth in a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative environment.

Job Summary Flex is the diversified manufacturing partner of choice that helps market-leading brands design, build and deliver innovative products that improve the world. A career at Flex offers the opportunity to make a difference and invest in your growth in a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative environment. If you are excited about a role but don't meet every bullet point, we encourage you to apply and join us to create the extraordinary.

Job Summary

To support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, we’re looking to add a Debug Engineer Supervisor located in Milpitas, CA. Reporting to the Test Engineering Manager the Debug Engineer Supervisor will be responsible for implementing and maintaining cost-effective methods of testing and troubleshooting systems, software, and/or equipment.

What a typical day looks like:

• Lead and supervise a debugging team of up to 15 technicians, providing technical guidance and support to ensure efficient issue resolution.
• Plan, execute, and oversee electronic hardware and software testing, ensuring proper test conditions, procedures, and operational sequences.
• Analyze test results, evaluate product performance, and prepare technical reports, failure analyses, and summaries for engineering and management teams.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, purchasing, SQA, and production teams to troubleshoot system malfunctions, resolve testing issues, and address data interpretation concerns.
• Conduct root cause analysis of test yield issues and product failures, develop corrective actions, and monitor effectiveness to drive continuous improvement.
• Support manufacturing operations by mentoring technicians and operators on test hardware, software, and structured problem-solving methodologies.
• Evaluate, configure, and troubleshoot digital circuits, including FPGA and BGA technologies, while identifying failure origins and allocating defect causes across process, material, or design-related sources.

The experience we’re looking to add to our team:

• BS (MS preferred) in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering 4-7 plus years of experience in Electrical Engineering or Computer electrical technologies.
• 3+ years of manufacturing experience.
• Strong communication and management skillset including problem-solving technical issues on the floor to people relationship solutions.
• Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form, and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
• Impacts the near-term (quarterly/semi-annual) operational success of the function.
• Creates functional processes or technologies.
• Executes functional strategic plans and objectives at the site.
• Demonstrates experience in leading major initiatives and provides input to those initiatives.
• Exercises independent judgment using ambiguously defined procedures and policies; may propose/provide input to defining methods, standards, policies and procedures.
• Makes decisions for sections/sub-functions. Decisions may affect multiple sections/sub-functions. Normally receives no instruction.
• Demonstrates skills in teaching/leading and/or mentoring; may lead a team.
• Models appropriate behavior in support of Flex values.

What you'll receive for the great work you provide:

• Full range of medical, dental, and vision plans
• Life Insurance
• Short-term and Long-term Disability
• Matching 401(k) Contributions
• Vacation and Paid Sick Time
• Tuition Reimbursement

$98,700.00 USD - $135,700.00 USD Annual Job Category Production Engineering Relocation: Eligible for domestic relocation only Is Sponsorship Available? No

Flex is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We do not discriminate based on: age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law. We're happy to provide reasonable accommodations to those with a disability for assistance in the application process. Please email [e-mail] and we'll discuss your specific situation and next steps (NOTE: this email does not accept or consider resumes or applications. This is only for disability assistance. To be considered for a position at Flex, you must complete the application process first).

Through the collective strength of ~150,000 team members across 30 countries and responsible, sustainable operations, Flex is the diversified manufacturing partner of choice that helps market-leading brands design, build and deliver innovative products that improve the world. A career with Flex offers the opportunity to make a difference, invest in your growth, and build great products for our customers that improve people’s lives. Together, let’s create the extraordinary!