EEE Failure Analysis Specialist (Starlink Satellite PCB Engineering)

United States Digital Space LLC; Redmond (WA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Vision, Dental

401(k)

Stock options

Vacation 3 weeks

10+ holidays

Shuttle service Seattle → Redmond

Job summary

United States Digital Space LLC in Redmond is seeking a seasoned EEE Failure Analysis Specialist for Starlink satellite PCB engineering. You will lead destructive and non-destructive analyses across hardware lifecycles, addressing rework, non-conformities, and First Article Inspections, while supporting critical qualification test efforts.

The role requires 5+ years in a PCBA failure analysis lab, expertise with X-Ray/CT/SEM and destructive techniques, and strong attention to detail.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 5+ years of experience in a component/PCBA failure analysis laboratory.
• Experience with EEE piece parts and components.
• Experience with non-destructive analysis techniques such as Visual Inspection, X-Ray, CT scan, and SEM.
• Experience with destructive analysis techniques such as Cross Section, Parallel Lapping and Polishing, dye and pry, and chemical decapsulation.
• Understanding of basic electronic theory.
• Some experience in electrical trouble shooting.
• Able to work independently and problem solve efficiently with minimal supervision.
• Positive attitude and able to work well on a team.
• Able to stay organized with strong attention to detail.
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Support destructive and non-destructive analyses during development and pre-production phases of hardware life-cycles, including pre-production, qualification, and flight hardware
• Support engineering in analysis of rework and recovery efforts on non-conforming hardware
• Assist with analyses into piece part failures, as well as non-conforming material
• Support efforts on First Article Inspection Reports
• Provide targeted surge support for company critical analyses or qualification test efforts

Skills

EEE piece parts

Non-destructive analysis

Destructive analysis

Electrical trouble shooting

Basic electronic theory

Independent work

Team player

Attention to detail

Excel/Word/PowerPoint

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

X-Ray

CT scan

SEM

Cross Section

Dye and pry

Polishing

Chemical decapsulation

Job description

EEE FAILURE ANALYSIS SPECIALIST (STARLINK SATELLITE PCB ENGINEERING)

the company was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today the company is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support destructive and non-destructive analyses during development and pre-production phases of hardware life-cycles, including pre-production, qualification, and flight hardware

• Support engineering in analysis of rework and recovery efforts on non-conforming hardware

• Assist with analyses into piece part failures, as well as non-conforming material

• Support efforts on First Article Inspection Reports

• Provide targeted surge support for company critical analyses or qualification test efforts

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate

• 5+ years of experience in a component/PCBA failure analysis laboratory

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Experience with EEE piece parts and components

• Experience with non-destructive analysis techniques such as Visual Inspection, X-Ray, CT scan, and SEM.

• Experience with destructive analysis techniques such as Cross Section, Parallel Lapping and Polishing, dye and pry, and chemical decapsulation

• Understanding of basic electronic theory

• Some experience in electrical trouble shooting

• Able to work independently and problem solve efficiently with minimal supervision

• Positive attitude and able to work well on a team

• Able to stay organized with strong attention to detail

• Proficient with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be comfortable in handling corrosive chemicals using proper PPE

• Must be able to move repetitively, bend or twist, and use hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools or controls

• Must be willing to work all shifts, over time, and weekends as needed

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay Range:Level 1: $34.00 - $40.00Level 2: $38.00 - $45.00Level 3: $42.00 - $51.00

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at the company. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Employees in Washington State accrue paid sick time in compliance with state and federal law. Company shuttles are offered to employees for roundtrip travel from select Seattle locations to the the company Redmond office Monday to Friday.

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.

the company is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with the company is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

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