Failure Analysis Technician

Requisition

As a Failure Analysis Engineering Technician, you are responsible for supporting failure analysis engineering activities in the Newbury Park Failure Analysis Lab. You will work closely with key stakeholders as needed and use provided documentation (diagrams, written and verbal descriptions, layouts) to perform the requested analysis.

• External Visual Inspection.
• IR Inspection.
• X Ray (2D and 3D/CT reconstruction) of packaged components and electronic assemblies.
• Scanning Acoustic Microscopy (C-SAM) of packaged components.
• 3D Surface Profiling of die and packaged components.
• IV Curve trace of package components.
• Re-balling, soldering/de-soldering, and re-work of packaged components and electronic assemblies.
• De-capsulation (mechanical, acid, laser, and plasma), including die extraction.
• Mechanical cross section, ion milling, parallel lapping/polishing, delayering, chemically-assisted ion beam etching, and high resolution imaging using desk‑top SEM.
• Development of destructive analysis techniques for new packaging technologies.
• Maintain laboratory 5S program, including organization and inventory management of test hardware, equipment, and laboratory supplies.
• Train new hires and less experienced technicians as required.
• Additional duties as assigned.

• Associate in engineering or science discipline (or equivalent years of experience) and 6+ years of related experience.
• Basic understanding of semiconductor packaging and process highly desired.
• Previous experience working in a semiconductor failure analysis lab, including performing decapsulation (mechanical, laser, acid), delayering (RIE, mechanical, wet etch), and soldering experience is required.
• Experience using electrical test equipment, including power supplies, multimeters, oscilloscope, and probe station is preferred.
• Manual dexterity, attention to detail, organization, patience, and steady hand while often working with small ICs and detail-oriented tasks.
• Ability to complete work in a timely manner and prioritize jobs in accordance with requirements.
• Ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively with team members and internal customers.

• Experience using electrical test equipment, including power supplies, multimeters, oscilloscope, and probe station is preferred.

The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is currently USD $33.22 -$58.37 per hour. Starting base pay will depend on relevant experience and skills, training and education, business needs, market demands, the ultimate job duties and requirements, and work location. Skyworks has different base pay ranges for different work locations in the U.S. Benefits include access to healthcare benefits (including a premium‑free medical plan option), a 401(k) plan and company match, an employee stock purchase plan, paid time off (including vacation, sick/wellness, parental leave), among others.

Employees are eligible to participate in an incentive plan, and certain roles are also eligible for additional awards, including recognition and stock. These incentives and awards are based on individual and/or company performance.

Skyworks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Skyworks strives to create an accessible workplace; if you need an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at a