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Atlas Copco

Failure Analysis Intern

Chandler, AZ · On-site

To provide accurate and quality failure analysis reports in the failure analysis system for all products returned to the Service Technology Centre, seeking approval from Failure Analysis Manager for ...

Coherent Corp.

Failure Analysis Engineer

Sherman, TX · On-site

Manage failure analysis workflows and projects for assigned products or processes, effectively prioritizing and executing multiple complex tasks simultaneously. * Perform and/or coordinate a broad ...

Coherent

Failure Analysis Engineer

Sherman, TX · On-site

Manage failure analysis workflows and projects for assigned products or processes, effectively prioritizing and executing multiple complex tasks simultaneously. * Perform and/or coordinate a broad ...

21Tech

Hardware Failure Analysis Technician

Oakland, CA · On-site

$45.13/hr

We are looking for a detail-oriented, quality-focused Failure Analysis Technician with 3-5 years of ... product management, data analysis, operations, logistics, and engineering program managers to ...

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As of Jun 4, 2026, the average yearly pay for failure analysis manager in the United States is $94,901.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $66,000.00 and $119,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Failure Analysis Manager oversees the investigation of product or system failures to determine root causes and implement corrective actions. They lead a team of engineers and analysts, collaborate with design and manufacturing teams, and use diagnostic tools to improve reliability. Their goal is to prevent recurring failures, enhance product quality, and support continuous improvement initiatives.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Failure Analysis Manager position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Failure Analysis Manager, you need a strong background in engineering or materials science, experience with root cause analysis methodologies, and a solid understanding of failure modes in manufacturing or electronics. Familiarity with technical tools such as scanning electron microscopes (SEM), failure analysis software, and certifications like Six Sigma or ASQ are highly valued. Excellent problem-solving, leadership, and communication skills help guide cross-functional teams and effectively present findings. These abilities are critical to ensuring product reliability, minimizing downtime, and driving continuous improvement within an organization.

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Failure Analysis Managers often encounter the challenge of diagnosing complex and intermittent failures that require a methodical, multidisciplinary approach. Balancing the need for thorough investigation with tight production timelines can also be demanding. To address these issues, managers lead teams of skilled engineers and technicians, utilize advanced analytical tools, and coordinate closely with design, quality, and manufacturing departments. By fostering open communication and continuous learning, they help develop faster, more effective root cause analyses that support robust product improvements.
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Manager - Failure Analysis

Manager - Failure Analysis

Microchip Technology

Colorado Springs, CO • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Retirement

Posted 11 days ago

Microchip Technology rating

8.1

Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

Based on 31 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

41st of 139 rated electronics manufacturers

Job description

Are you looking for a unique opportunity to be a part of something great? Want to join a 17,000-member team that works on the technology that powers the world around us? Looking for an atmosphere of trust, empowerment, respect, diversity, and communication? How about an opportunity to own a piece of a multi-billion dollar (with a B!) global organization? We offer all that and more at Microchip Technology Inc.
People come to work at Microchip because we help design the technology that runs the world. They stay because our culture supports their growth and stability. They are challenged and driven by an incredible array of products and solutions with unlimited career potential. Microchip's nationally-recognized Leadership Passage Programs support career growth where we proudly enroll over a thousand people annually. We take pride in our commitment to employee development, values-based decision making, and strong sense of community, driven by our Vision, Mission, and 11 Guiding Values; we affectionately refer to it as the Aggregate System and it's won us countless awards for diversity and workplace excellence.
Our company is built by dedicated team players who love to challenge the status quo; we did not achieve record revenue and over 30 years of quarterly profitability without a great team dedicated to empowering innovation. People like you.
Visit our careers page to see what exciting opportunities and company perks await!
Job Description:
We are seeking an experienced Failure Analysis Manager to lead and develop a high-performing failure analysis team supporting semiconductor products across external customers, development, reliability/qualification, and yield support. The ideal candidate will bring deep technical expertise in electrical and physical failure analysis, combined with strong people leadership and cross-functional collaboration skills.
Requirements/Qualifications:
Key Responsibilities
  • Lead, mentor, and manage a team of failure analysis engineers and technicians, including performance management, hiring, and professional development
  • Own and drive end-to-end semiconductor failure analysis investigations from problem definition through root cause and corrective action
  • Review and approve failure analysis reports, ensuring clear root cause determination and actionable recommendations
  • Apply and guide advanced electrical failure analysis (EFA) and physical failure analysis (PFA) techniques to resolve complex device and system-level failures
  • Partner closely with design, process, reliability,, yield enhancement, and customer-facing teams to resolve yield, reliability, and customer-return issues
  • Establish best practices, methodologies, and documentation standards for failure analysis workflows
  • Support new technology introductions, product qualifications, and reliability improvement initiatives
  • Manage lab priorities, equipment utilization, and external FA vendor engagements as needed
  • Present findings and recommendations to senior technical leadership and customers

Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, or a related technical discipline (Master's or PhD preferred)
  • 12-15 years of experience in the semiconductor industry, with significant hands-on failure analysis experience
  • Minimum of 5 years of people management experience, including direct management of engineers
  • Strong expertise in electrical failure analysis techniques, such as:
    • Curve tracing, emission microscopy (EMMI), OBIRCH, LIVA, TIVA
    • Parametric testing and fault isolation

  • Strong expertise in physical failure analysis techniques, such as:
    • Optical microscopy, SEM, TEM, FIB, nanoprobing
    • Delayering, cross-sectioning, and material analysis

  • Proven ability to identify root cause and drive corrective and preventive actions (CAPA)

Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience with advanced semiconductor technologies (e.g., advanced nodes, high-voltage, power, or mixed-signal devices)
  • Familiarity with reliability testing, qualification standards, and customer return analysis
  • Experience managing FA labs, capital equipment planning, and budgets
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, including customer-facing presentations

Leadership Competencies
  • Technical credibility with the ability to coach and develop senior-level engineers
  • Strong problem-solving mindset with a data-driven approach
  • Ability to influence across organizational boundaries and manage competing priorities
  • Commitment to continuous improvement, quality, and operational excellence

Travel Time:
0% - 25%
Physical Attributes:
Bending at Waist, Carrying, Crouching, Dust or gases, Electrical Hazards, Feeling, Fumes or Odors, Handling, Hearing, Kneeling, Lifting, Piece Work, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Seeing, Stooping, Talking, Works Alone, Works Around Others
Physical Requirements:
Sitting 80%, standing 10%, walking 10%. There is a requirement to look into eyepieces of microscopes, look at screens for the use of electron microscopes, optical microscope and optical emission tools.
Pay Range:
We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry. It consists of competitive base pay, restricted stock units, and quarterly bonus payments. In addition to these components, our package includes health benefits that begin day one, retirement savings plans, and an industry leading ESPP program with a 2 year look back feature. Find more information about all our benefits at the link below:
Benefits of working at Microchip
The annual base salary range for this position, which could be performed in the US, is $91-247k.*
*Range is dependent on numerous factors including job location, skills and experience.
Application window will remain open until qualified candidates have been identified.
Microchip Technology Inc is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
For more information on applicable equal employment regulations, please refer to the Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal Poster.
To all recruitment agencies: Microchip Technology Inc. does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our recruiting team or other Microchip employees. Microchip is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

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