Hardware Test Technician - Reliability & Failure Analysis

Headway Technologies; Milpitas (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Headway Technologies in Milpitas, CA is seeking a Hardware Test Technician to conduct failure analysis and head/media reliability tests under the Sr. Manager of Test Engineering. You will analyze results, summarize findings, and present data in clear reports.

This role is based in Milpitas, California. The position requires working with AFM, SEM, and EDX, plus HDI testing and routine lab duties in a class 100 ESD-safe environment.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or equivalent relevant experience.
• Two years of hands on experience working in component and reliability testing.
• Knowledge and experience using AFM and SEM characterization techniques.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Performs failure analysis and material characterization using Hysitron, Raman, Atomic Force Microscope (AFM), and Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM) and Energy Dispersive X-Ray Analysis (EDX)
• Designs and conducts component HDI (Head Disk Interface) testing, analyzes results, and presents findings
• Evaluates head and media reliability performance under various environmental and operating conditions
• Troubleshoots issues and coordinates the repair of equipment/tools as needed
• Collaborates and responds to inquiries from other groups or departments on projects or programs
• Adheres to all safety policies and procedures as required
• Performs other duties of a similar nature or level*

Skills

Failure analysis

AFM

SEM

HDI testing

MS Office

Communication skills

Education

Associate degree

Tools

Hysitron

Raman

AFM

SEM

EDX

Job description

Headway Technologies in Milpitas, CA is seeking a Hardware Test Technician to conduct failure analysis and head/media reliability tests under the Sr. Manager of Test Engineering. You will analyze results, summarize findings, and present data in clear reports.

This role is based in Milpitas, California. The position requires working with AFM, SEM, and EDX, plus HDI testing and routine lab duties in a class 100 ESD-safe environment.