Failure Analysis Technician

This position is responsible for performing failure analysis on I/L shorts and opens from ET and customer returns.

• Gathering scrap boards with inner layer shorts and opens for evaluation and analysis
• Analyzing and mapping out of defects to determine the location and cause of electrical failures
• Preparation and evaluation of cross-sections including using routers, wet saws, and grinding wheels
• Maintain documentation such as failure analysis packages, I/L scrap charts, and customer report reports
• Presenting failure analysis results to management
• Assist and support engineers on process improvement and troubleshooting work
• Operating SEM/EDX (Scanning Electron Microscope)
• Participate in TQM activity to support layer work center process improvements
• Maintain a positive work environment by acting and communicating in a manner so that you get along with customers, clients, vendors, co-workers and management.
• This position may require overtime for coverage on alternate shifts and weekends.
• Will be required to perform other duties as requested, directed or assigned.

• Associate's degree or equivalent from two-year College or technical school; or six months to one-year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge of PCB construction and manufacturing techniques.

• Must have excellent communication skills and have the ability/flexibility to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Familiarity or experience with customer specifications/requirements.
• Must be a self-starter who is capable of taking a project from concept to completion.
• Must be able to work flexible hours and overtime (weekdays and weekends) when needed.
• Proficient computer experience a plus - Microsoft Office-Outlook/Word/Excel.
• AOI, ET, Dry Lab experience preferable.
• Hand and eye dexterity to perform cross section preparations, (e.g., saw cutting and grinding).
• Ability to use a Microscope required.
• Past participation on QITs or leading teams a plus.

Amphenol offers a competitive salary and benefits. The candidate must be able to legally work in the United States; we are unable to provide sponsorship. Position requires candidate to be a U.S. person as defined in ITAR, 22 CFR 120.15 (U.S. Citizenship or Resident Alien Status) and defined by 8 U.S.C. 1101(a) (20). Amphenol is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer as to all protected groups, including Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans.

For consideration for this position, please apply online to:  APC
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