Sr. QA Engineer (49987)

TITLE:                        SR. QA ENGINEER

FLSA STATUS:          EXEMPT

REPORTS TO:          SR. MANAGER, QUALITY ASSURANCE

SUMMARY:

Under the direction of the Sr. Manager of QA, the Sr. QA Engineer, will be responsible for ensuring the quality of various products currently in production as well as prototype products for magnetic recording heads, including monitoring processes and test parameters using Statistical Process Control (SPC) as well as analyzing data and providing reports to the manufacturing teams. The QA Engineer will be responsible for determining the root cause and performing failure analysis for yield and performance-related issues and recommending corrective action. The engineer will also conduct and support ISO9001 internal/external audit. This position is located in Milpitas, California.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Reviews and monitors quality of various high volume and newly launched products
• Reviews and analyzes data using SPC, creates reports, and presents findings; recommends corrective action as needed
• Collaborates with other product engineering groups regarding process-related issues and product requirements to ensure customer specifications for reliability and performance are met
• Reviews and analyzes backend magnetic performance data and creates reports regarding performance/correlation and provides feedback to design and manufacturing teams
• Conducts complex failure analysis testing to isolate detractors to yield and performance; may recommend corrective action
• Reviews the changes related to wafer processes and the integration scheme including process characterization
• Adheres to all safety policies and procedures as required
• Performs other duties of a similar nature or level*

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s degree in Chemical or Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, or Physics, and/or equivalent relevant experience
• Six years of experience working in the magnetic recording head or semiconductor industry, including quality assurance and control
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Applications, including JMP or similar data analysis tool

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of semiconductor industry principles, practices, and techniques
• Knowledge of failure analysis and quality assurance methodologies and ability to perform root cause
• Knowledge and ability to use Microsoft Office applications to create spreadsheets, Word documents, and presentations
• Knowledge of magneto-resistance technology will be desirable
• Able to analyze data, create various reports, and recommend corrective action
• Able to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with all levels of contractors, consultants, employees, and management
• Able to work productively and collaboratively with all levels of employees and management
• Able to comply with all safety policies and procedures
• Able to conduct root cause analysis and drive results to successful conclusion
• Demonstrated analytical and critical thinking skills
• Demonstrated organizational and time management skills
• Demonstrated problem-solving and trouble shooting skills
• Demonstrated ability to use SPC and JMP to monitor and analyze data
• Flexible and able to prioritize

The annual rate for this full-time position is between $120,000.00-$160,000.00 + bonus target + benefits. Within the range the individual pay may differ depending on additional factors including job responsibilities, job related knowledge, skills, abilities, education, and experience. The annual pay range shown is subject to change and may be modified periodically.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

The Sr. QA Engineer works primarily in an office environment from Monday thru Friday. The schedule may be altered from time-to-time to meet business or operational needs, including working in the fab, mainly to audit, or traveling from building-to-building as needed. Spends a majority of time in a seated position but occasionally stands and walks; performs various fine grasping movements, bends, and twists; operates a computer and enters information using a keyboard, operates a telephone, and other office equipment. May occasionally be required to push, pull, or lift up to 10 pounds.

*Other duties of a similar nature or level are duties that may be required but may not be specifically listed in the job description or posting.

TDK/Headway Technologies, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.  Applicants requiring accommodation in order to complete the application process should contact the Headway Human Resources Department.