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Agility Robotics

Senior Manager, Field Quality

Salem, OR · On-site

$162K - $210K/yr

Lead Failure Analysis (FA) & CAPA: Lead and grow a dedicated team of Failure Analysis Engineers. Drive rigorous Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and Corrective/Preventive Action (CAPA) processes for field ...

AST SpaceMobile

Structural Analyst

OR · On-site +1

Conduct structural analysis of space vehicles, define failure cases, and calculate margins of safety. * Build finite element models and run static and quasi-static analysis cases for both composite ...

Intel

Material Analysis Lab Technician

Hillsboro, OR · On-site

$20.75 - $27.50/hr

Cooperating with other lab areas beyond local MA/FA (Failure Analysis) labs to achieve goals. May necessitate the development of improved/new tools and BKM methods. Provide lab hub support to new ...

Intel

Material Analysis Lab Technician

Hillsboro, OR · On-site

$20.75 - $27.50/hr

Cooperating with other lab areas beyond local MA/FA (Failure Analysis) labs to achieve goals. May necessitate the development of improved/new tools and BKM methods. Provide lab hub support to new ...

Thermo Fisher Scientific

OR · On-site

Semiconductor (Metrology and Failure Analysis) How you will make an impact: The Field Applications Engineer is the technical professional responsible for enabling our industry customers in the ...

Thermo Fisher Scientific

OR · On-site

Support for new product introductions with customers to integrate our technology into their workflows in the lab and fab for failure analysis, characterization, and metrology. * Application ...

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What is a failure analyst?

Failure Analysts are professionals who investigate and determine the causes of failures in products, components, or systems. They use various analytical techniques, such as microscopy, spectroscopy, and mechanical testing, to examine failed materials and identify the root cause of the failure. Their findings help manufacturers improve product reliability, prevent future issues, and enhance safety standards. Failure Analysts often work in industries like electronics, aerospace, automotive, and manufacturing.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a failure analyst, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Failure Analyst, you need a solid background in materials science or engineering, strong analytical skills, and experience with failure analysis methodologies, often supported by a relevant degree. Familiarity with tools such as scanning electron microscopes (SEM), X-ray diffraction (XRD), and root cause analysis software is typically required. Attention to detail, critical thinking, and effective communication are standout soft skills for this role. These skills are vital to accurately identify causes of failure, recommend preventative actions, and clearly convey findings to technical and non-technical stakeholders.

What are some common challenges failure analysts face when investigating complex issues, and how can they overcome them?

Failure Analysts often encounter challenges such as incomplete data, ambiguous failure modes, or time constraints when diagnosing issues in products or systems. To overcome these, they typically rely on structured root cause analysis methodologies, collaborate closely with cross-functional teams (like engineering and manufacturing), and leverage advanced analytical tools. Maintaining clear documentation and open communication channels is also essential to ensure accurate findings and effective resolution of problems.

What is the difference between Failure Analyst vs Quality Control Technician?

AspectFailure AnalystQuality Control Technician
Required CredentialsTypically requires a degree in materials science, engineering, or related field; certifications like ASQ CQE are commonOften requires high school diploma or associate degree; certifications like Six Sigma or quality inspection training are beneficial
Work EnvironmentLaboratories, manufacturing plants, or R&D settings focusing on failure investigationManufacturing floors, inspection stations, or quality assurance departments
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in electronics, automotive, aerospace, and manufacturing industries to analyze product failuresCommon in manufacturing, assembly lines, and quality assurance departments across various industries

Failure Analysts focus on investigating and diagnosing product failures to determine root causes, often requiring technical degrees and specialized certifications. Quality Control Technicians primarily perform inspections and testing to ensure products meet quality standards, usually with less formal education. Both roles are essential in manufacturing but differ in scope and responsibilities.

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Senior Manager, Field Quality

Salem, OR • On-site

Agility Robotics
Industrial Automation Equipment Manufacturing • 51 - 200 employees
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$162K - $210K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 2 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Lead and oversee the Field Quality and Failure Analysis engineering teams to ensure field issues are contained, root-caused, and prevented.

  • Establish, monitor, and report on key field quality metrics for all deployed products and customer deployments.

  • Drive root cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions for field failures, hardware bugs, and system-level issues.

Job description

Agility's commercially deployed humanoids operate alongside teams in warehouses, manufacturing facilities, and distribution centers—tackling physically demanding and repetitive tasks while enabling workers to focus on higher-value work. With industry-leading safety standards and years of proven deployment data, we're pioneering a new era of automation that enhances human potential.

About the Role

We are looking for a hands-on, high-impact Senior Manager, Field Quality to lead our Field Quality and Failure Analysis engineering teams. In this role, you will hold ultimate accountability for overall field quality, reliability performance, and fleet health across all deployed commercial products.

You are a seasoned practitioner of rigorous problem-solving methodologies (8D, 5-Why, DMAIC) with a proven track record of diving deep into complex electromechanical, hardware, and firmware failures. You will bridge the gap between field service operations, customer sites, supplier quality, and internal product design teams to ensure field issues are contained rapidly, root-caused definitively, and prevented permanently.

About the Work
  • Own Field Quality & Fleet Health: Establish, monitor, and report on key field quality metrics (e.g., MTBI, MTTF, ARR, issue escape rates, service ticket turnaround time) for all shipping products and customer deployments.
  • Lead Failure Analysis (FA) & CAPA: Lead and grow a dedicated team of Failure Analysis Engineers. Drive rigorous Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and Corrective/Preventive Action (CAPA) processes for field returns, hardware bugs, and system-level failures.
  • Field Containment & Rapid Response: Establish immediate containment protocols for critical field escalations, safety events, and unexpected fleet-wide failure trends to minimize customer downtime.
  • Cross-Functional Feedback Loop: Serve as the critical bridge between Field Operations, Customer Success, Hardware Engineering, Software/Firmware, and Supplier Quality. Drive design-for-reliability (DFR) feedback directly into next-generation product engineering.
  • Manage Closed-Loop Quality Systems: Implement and maintain robust Closed-Loop Corrective Action (CAPA) tracking across multi-site field deployments and repair depots.
  • Executive Communication & Governance: Host regular Field Quality Reviews with leadership, presenting objective data, failure Pareto analyses, root-cause findings, and measurable CAPA progress.
About You
  • Education: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Systems Engineering, or a related technical field.
  • Experience: 10+ years of experience in Quality Engineering, Field Quality, or Reliability Engineering within high-complexity hardware industries (Robotics, Automotive/EV, Aerospace, Autonomous Systems, or Complex Industrial Equipment).
  • Leadership: 5+ years of direct people management experience leading technical engineering teams (FA, Quality, or Sustaining Engineering).
  • Hands-on Expertise: Deep, practical experience executing physical failure analysis on electromechanical systems (actuators, harnesses, sensors, PCBAs, battery management systems, and precision mechanical linkages).
  • Methodologies: Certified or expert practitioner in structured root cause analysis tools (8D, 5-Why, Fishbone/Ishikawa, Fault Tree Analysis, FMEA, Gauge R&R).
Preferred Qualifications
  • Advanced Degree: Master's degree in Engineering Management or an Engineering discipline.
  • Certifications: Certified Quality Engineer (CQE), Certified Reliability Engineer (CRE), or Lean Six Sigma Black Belt.
  • Domain Experience: Experience managing field reliability for autonomous mobile robots (AMRs), humanoid robotics, or safety-critical industrial equipment.
  • Systems Exposure: Familiarity firmware diagnostic tools, and telemetry data analytics for remote fleet diagnostics.
Work Environment & Travel
  • Position is based out of our Salem, OR facility with regular access to testing labs, service centers, and assembly lines.
  • Occasional travel (up to 20%) to customer sites, field test locations, or primary suppliers may be required to investigate critical quality escapes.

Location

  • This is an onsite position at our Salem, OR office.

The final salary offered to a successful candidate will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to: job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Agility Robotics is a multi-state employer and this salary range may not reflect positions who work in other locations. These ranges may be modified in the future.

Anticipated Base Salary Range
$162,000—$210,000 USD

In addition to base pay, our competitive total rewards package consists of the following for full-time employees:

  • 401(k) Plan: Includes a 6% company match.
  • Equity: Company stock options.
  • Insurance Coverage: 100% company-paid medical, dental, vision, and short/long-term disability insurance for employees.
  • Benefit Start Date: Eligible for benefits on your first day of employment.
  • Well-Being Support: Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
  • Time Off:
    • Exempt Employees: Flexible, unlimited PTO and 12 company holidays, including a winter shutdown.
    • Non-Exempt Employees: 10 vacation days, paid sick leave, and 12 company holidays, including a winter shutdown, annually.
  • On-Site Perks: Catered lunches four times a week and a variety of healthy snacks and refreshments at our Salem and Pittsburgh locations.
  • Parental Leave: Generous paid parental leave programs.
  • Work Environment: A culture that supports flexible work arrangements.
  • Growth Opportunities: Professional development and tuition reimbursement programs.
  • Relocation Assistance: Provided for eligible roles.
  • Annual Discretionary Bonus: Provided for eligible roles.

All of our roles are U.S.-based. Applicants must have current authorization to work in the United States.

Agility Robotics is committed to a work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. Each individual has the right to work in a professional atmosphere that promotes equal employment opportunities and prohibits unlawful discriminatory practices, including harassment. Therefore, it is the policy of Agility Robotics to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Agility Robotics prohibits any such discrimination or harassment.

Agility Robotics does not accept unsolicited referrals from third-party recruiting agencies.  We prioritize direct applicants and encourage all qualified candidates to apply directly through our careers page.  If you are represented by a third party, your application may not be considered.  To ensure full consideration, please apply directly.