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APPLIED OPTOELECTRONICS INC

$90 - $130/hr

A failure analysis engineer for the process integration team will be responsible for failure analysis of semiconductor optical laser devices. He/She should have experience with front-end and back-end ...

Actalent

Failure Analysis Engineer

Burlington, MA · On-site

$45/hr

Actalent is hiring for a Failure Analysis Engineer in the Burlington, MA area! We are seeking a highly skilled Engineer to join our team in Burlington, MA for a six-month assignment. This position ...

Zipline

Failure Analysis Engineer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

As a Failure Analysis Engineer, you will investigate failures from fielded systems, development testing, life testing, and manufacturing. You will help reproduce failures, isolate electrical faults ...

Solidigm

Failure Analysis Engineer

Rancho Cordova, CA · On-site

$121K - $194K/yr

This Senior Failure Analysis Engineer will debug Solid State Drive (SSD) failures discovered during internal validation as well as field failures from our customers. They will need to work on variety ...

Solidigm

Failure Analysis Engineer

Rancho Cordova, CA · Hybrid

This Senior Failure Analysis Engineer will debug Solid State Drive (SSD) failures discovered during internal validation as well as field failures from our customers. They will need to work on variety ...

Texas Instruments

Failure Analysis Engineer

Dallas, TX · On-site

Experience with integrated circuit and device failure analysis * Programming skills for automation of bench characterization equipment (VBA, Python, GPIB) * Knowledge and experience characterization ...

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As of Sep 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for freelance failure analysis engineer in the United States is $22.97, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.75 and $18.75 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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AspectFreelance Failure Analysis EngineerFailure Analysis Engineer
CredentialsTypically requires engineering degree, certifications varyEngineering degree, often with specialized certifications
Work EnvironmentIndependent, project-based, remote or on-siteEmployed by companies, labs, or manufacturers, primarily on-site
Industry UsageFreelance consulting across multiple industriesIn-house or consulting roles within specific industries
Search & Comparison IntentHigh overlap, focusing on independent vs. employed rolesStandard role within failure analysis field

The main difference is that a Freelance Failure Analysis Engineer works independently on various projects, often remotely, while a Failure Analysis Engineer is typically employed full-time by a company or lab. Freelancers have more flexibility but less job security, whereas in-house engineers have consistent employment and benefits. Both roles require similar technical skills and certifications, but their work environments and employment structures differ significantly.

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Freelance failure analysis engineers typically charge hourly rates ranging from $50 to $150, depending on experience, expertise, and project complexity. Annual earnings vary widely based on workload, with experienced professionals earning between $60,000 and $120,000 or more when working independently. Successful freelancers often have specialized skills in materials, electronics, or mechanical failure analysis and may work on a project basis or hourly basis.
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Failure Analysis Engineer

APPLIED OPTOELECTRONICS INC

On-site

$90 - $130/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 7 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Perform failure analysis of semiconductor optical laser devices, including device decap, microscopic inspection, and SEM analysis.

  • Utilize FIB to prepare TEM samples and conduct high-resolution imaging to identify atomic-level defects.

  • Analyze structural, electrical, and physical defects using material characterization techniques and document findings in technical reports.

Job description

AOI is committed to providing equal opportunity in all of our employment practices, including hiring, placement, promotion, training, transfer and compensation, to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, sex, veteran status, age, disability, marital status, or any other category protected by State or U.S. Federal law. Moreover, we endeavor to treat our employees fairly.

A failure analysis engineer for the process integration team will be responsible for failure analysis of semiconductor optical laser devices. He/She should have experience with front-end and back-end-of-line, and packaging processing. Good understanding of reliability evaluation techniques and understanding failure analysis experience is desirable. He/she will collaborate with other individuals and functional teams, define projects, address issues, develop improvement plans, and finally to document and deliver the desired end results.

Job Duties

Responsible for internal failure analysis including device decap, internal microscopic and SEM inspection, internal measurement data analysis.

Hands-on experiences on sample Preparation & Imaging: Utilize Focused Ion Beam (FIB) to prepare TEM samples and perform high-resolution imaging (HR-STEM) to identify defects at the atomic level.

Root Cause Analysis: Analyze structural, electrical, and physical defects in semiconductor devices, identifying issues related to yield, reliability, or process.

Material Characterization: Apply Energy Dispersive X-ray Spectroscopy (EDX/EDS) and other analytical techniques (SIMS, XPS, SEM) to characterize materials.

Reporting & Collaboration: Document findings in detailed technical reports, present data to cross-functional teams (design, process, QA), and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Equipment Maintenance: Ensure high uptime of TEM/FIB equipment through routine calibration and troubleshooting.

Qualifications

Hands-on experience with Transmission Electron Microscopy (TEM) and FIB in a lab or manufacturing environment (typically 1–3+ years).

Master’s degree or Ph.D in Material Science Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or related discipline plus 1 year of working experience in semiconductor laboratory or fabrication is preferred.

Knowledge of compound semiconductor device theory is desired.

Microsoft Access, SQL, LabVIEW and other programing skills preferred.

Experience with DOE techniques and SPC (Statistical Process Control) is preferred.

Strong data analysis and problem solving skills.

Detail oriented and self-motivated.

Ability to work independently and as a team.

Ability to work in clean room environment wearing smock

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for successful inter and intra-group interactions.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Subject to noise, vibration, dust, odors, and exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals.

The associate work in a manufacturing environment and be require to wear personal protective equipment.

Location

This position will be on-site based in Sugar Land, Texas.

WHY AOI?

Flexible and competitive health (medical, dental, vision) plans offer the employee with the right options to meet individual needs

Employer matching on 401(k) deferrals

Unused PTO payout at end of the year

Relocation package available within US

Immigration sponsorships (Must be currently authorized to work in the US)

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