Failure Analysis Technician - Semiconductor

SkyWater Technology, Inc.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

SkyWater Technology, Inc. seeks a Failure Analysis Technician to perform high-volume SEM, FIB, TEM analyses and support QA/QC evaluations. You will manage imaging queues, produce reports, and train across FA techniques to meet turnaround targets.

The role requires 2nd shift (Sun-Wed 3:00pm-1:30am) after a 3-month training period (Mon-Fri, 8:00-5:00). US Person per ITAR; strong communication and organizational skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or 5+ years in Semiconductor industry required.
• 3+ years operating SEM/FIB/TEM failure analysis tools.
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Good communication and problem-solving skills.
• Strong organizational and multi-tasking skills with attention to accuracy and timely execution.
• Shift: Second shift Sun–Wed 3:00pm–1:30am after initial training Mon–Fri 8:00–5:00.
• U.S. Person required per ITAR regulations.

Responsibilities

• Perform high volume routine SEM, FIB, TEM and analytical analysis.
• Manage imaging queue and complete high-priority requests within turnaround times.
• Create and present reports summarizing results, in person or virtually.
• Participate in training across failure analysis techniques and toolsets.
• Schedule PMs on imaging tools to follow audit requirements.
• Assist with basic troubleshooting of failure analysis tools.
• Operate within lab safety, quality, and environmental procedures.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and resolve process issues.
• Work in a team environment and coordinate tool utilization to maximize output.

Skills

SEM/FIB/TEM tools

Analytical troubleshooting

Microsoft Office

Communication

Education

Associate degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Microscopy tools

Job description

Primary Objective:

The Failure Analysis Technician performs routine failure analysis and supporting QA/QC evaluations. This role delivers timely, accurate failure analysis results to engineering and operations teams, and collaborates with cross‑functional groups to help identify and resolve Fab process and yield issues.

Major Areas of Accountability:

• Perform high volume routine SEM, FIB, TEM and analytical analysis.
• Manage assigned samples within the imaging queue and complete high‑priority requests within required turnaround times.
• Create and present reports summarizing results, in person and/or virtually.
• Participate in training across failure analysis techniques and toolsets to support team flexibility and workload demands.
• Schedule necessary PMs on imaging tools to follow audit requirements.
• Assist with basic troubleshooting of failure analysis tools.
• Operate within established lab safety, quality, and environmental procedures.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and resolve process issues.
• Work in a team environment and coordinate tool utilization to maximize tool output.

Required Qualifications:

• Associate degree or 5+ years’ experience in the Semiconductor industry
• 3+ experience operating SEM/FIB/TEM failure analysis tools
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Good communication and problem-solving skills
• Strong organizational and multi‑tasking skills with attention to accuracy and timely execution
• Schedule: Second shift Sunday – Wednesday 3:00pm to 1:30am after initial 3 month training which is Monday-Friday, 8:00-5:00pm.
• U.S. Person Required: SkyWater Technology, Inc. subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All accepted applications must be U.S. Persons as defined by ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. Person as U.S. citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident, Political Asylee, or Refugee.