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Failure Analysis Engineer

Fremont, CA · On-site

$142K - $169K/yr

Position Summary We are seeking a highly analytical Failure Analysis Engineer to support the ... Ability to manage multiple high-priority investigations in a fast-paced environment Compensation:

Program manage CSP/Enterprise account Reliability requirements * Facilitate Reliability strategy ... Personal, Vacation, and Holiday paid time off for all full-time employees. * Onsite Aurora Health ...

Failure Analysis Technician

Newbury Park, CA · On-site

$33.22 - $58.37/hr

Failure Analysis Technician Posting Start Date: 6/23/26 Job Location(s): Newbury Park If you are ... Maintain laboratory 5S program, including organization and inventory management of test hardware ...

Program manage CSP/Enterprise account Reliability requirements * Facilitate Reliability strategy ... Personal, Vacation, and Holiday paid time off for all full-time employees. * Onsite Aurora Health ...

... and upper management to find out a solution. Your expert knowledge and analysis will be ... experience in Silicon Failure Analysis for advanced technology nodes Deep understanding of ...

Position Summary We are seeking a highly analytical Failure Analysis Engineer to support the ... Ability to manage multiple high-priority investigations in a fast-paced environment Compensation:

... and upper management to find out a solution. Your expert knowledge and analysis will be ... failure analysis (FA) for advanced technology nodes Develop recipes and methodologies for circuit ...

Program manage CSP/Enterprise account Reliability requirements * Facilitate Reliability strategy ... Personal, Vacation, and Holiday paid time off for all full-time employees. * Onsite Aurora Health ...

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How much do full time failure analysis manager jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 23, 2026, the average yearly pay for full time failure analysis manager in the United States is $55,952.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $38,000.00 and $60,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Full Time Failure Analysis Manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Full Time Failure Analysis Manager, you need a strong background in materials science, engineering, or a related field, often supported by a bachelor’s or master’s degree and relevant industry experience. Familiarity with failure analysis techniques, laboratory equipment (such as SEM, X-ray, and EDX), and reporting tools is essential, along with certifications like Six Sigma or reliability engineering. Strong leadership, analytical thinking, and effective communication are crucial soft skills to manage teams and liaise with cross-functional departments. These skills ensure accurate root cause identification, drive continuous product improvement, and support organizational quality objectives.

What is the difference between Full Time Failure Analysis Manager vs Failure Analysis Engineer?

AspectFull Time Failure Analysis ManagerFailure Analysis Engineer
ResponsibilitiesOversees failure analysis teams, manages projects, and develops strategies for failure preventionPerforms detailed failure investigations, tests, and data analysis on specific components or products
CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Engineering, certifications like ASQ CQE or CQA often preferredBachelor's or Master's in Engineering or related field, relevant certifications beneficial
Work EnvironmentManagement setting, coordinating teams in labs or manufacturing facilitiesHands-on technical work in labs or testing environments
Industry UsageCommon in manufacturing, electronics, automotive sectorsCommon in electronics, aerospace, automotive industries

The Full Time Failure Analysis Manager focuses on leading teams and strategic planning, while the Failure Analysis Engineer conducts technical investigations and testing. Both roles require engineering credentials and are vital in quality and reliability efforts within manufacturing industries.

What are some common challenges faced by a Full Time Failure Analysis Manager, and how can they be addressed?

A Full Time Failure Analysis Manager often faces challenges such as managing tight deadlines for root cause analysis, balancing multiple high-priority investigations, and ensuring clear communication between engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams. Staying organized and prioritizing tasks based on business impact can help manage workload efficiently. Building strong relationships with cross-functional teams is crucial to gather information quickly and implement effective solutions. Additionally, staying updated with the latest analytical tools and failure analysis techniques can enhance accuracy and speed in resolving issues.

What does a Full Time Failure Analysis Manager do?

A Full Time Failure Analysis Manager oversees the process of investigating product or component failures to identify root causes and recommend corrective actions. They lead teams of engineers and technicians, coordinate testing procedures, analyze data from failed products, and communicate findings to improve quality and prevent future issues. This role is crucial in industries such as electronics, manufacturing, and automotive, where reliability and product performance are critical. The manager also develops protocols, ensures compliance with standards, and collaborates with design and production teams to implement solutions.
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Infographic showing various Full Time Failure Analysis Manager job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 85% Full Time, 13% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 80% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 15% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $55,952 per year, or $26.9 per hour.
Failure Analysis Engineer

Failure Analysis Engineer

Wolfspeed, Inc.

Fayetteville, AR • On-site

Full-time

Posted 9 days ago


Wolfspeed rating

6.1

Company rating: 6.1 out of 10

Based on 15 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

At Wolfspeed, we do amazing things in a human way.
We know that the achievements of our organization are due to the passion, hard work and creativity of our employees. We celebrate different perspectives to foster excellence across our organization, and our goal is to make diversity a foundation of what we do. We are proudly building an environment where you can bring your authentic self to work.
  • Enjoy doing things that people say can't be done? Innovation is at the center of everything we do.
  • Hate red tape? We remove roadblocks instead of creating them.
  • Working parent? We provide childcare assistance and paid parental leave.
  • Student? We offer continuing education assistance.
  • Looking for community? There are many ways to get involved, from Employee Resource Groups to local outreach.

Here's the Gist (1-2 sentences to summarize the role):
Failure analysis laboratory process engineer in Fayetteville, AR. Individual will provide support for customer returns, new product introduction and continual improvement for Wolfspeed SiC-based MOSFETs and Schottky diode die, discretes, and power modules, and customer-built power modules. Perform electrical testing, nondestructive imaging, deprocessing, cross section and fault location to identify root cause of failure and collaborate with teams to drive solutions. Individual will also manage a small team of technicians.
The Day-to-Day (4-5 bullet points about what this person is responsible for):
  • Perform physical failure analysis processes on customer returns, new product introduction, product/process changes, yield enhancement and continual improvement for Wolfspeed SiC-based MOSFETs and Schottky diode die, discretes, and power modules, and customer-built power modules.
  • Hands-on electrical testing, nondestructive imaging (c-mode scanning acoustic microscopy (CSAM)), chemical de-processing, cross section / polishing, fault location (hotspot thermal imaging), scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and energy dispersive spectroscopy (EDS) to identify root cause of failure. Partner with Wolfspeed Fayetteville and external failure analysis labs as capability and capacity require.
  • Write summary physical failure analysis summaries for contributing to failure analysis engineers performing root cause investigations, for customer or internal use, that elucidate the root cause of failure and may suggest possible solutions. Collaborate with internal engineering teams to drive improvements.
  • Develop electrical test, chemical de-processing, CSAM cross-section/polishing processes and write controlled document procedures. Support lab chemical hygiene and waste disposal, safety, ESD prevention, 5S, tool ownership, and best practices.
  • Manage lab technicians' day to day activities while managing customer priority requests.
  • Train and work with lab technicians and engineers and collaborate Durham and Fayetteville failure analysis teams.

This Job is Right for You if You Have (Minimum Requirements) (3-5 base requirements to be able to perform the job):
  • 4-year degree or better in physics, chemistry, materials science or engineering (electrical, chemical or materials) or related field
  • Working knowledge of semiconductor process technology and device functionality
  • Great soft skills including technical writing, verbal communication, technical presentations, critical thinking, multi-tasking, flexibility with rapidly changing priorities, collaborating with remote teams, sense of urgency, accountability and ownership
  • Able to work in the lab in close proximity with others and be on your feet for up to 8 hours per day. Comfortable performing chemical, mechanical and high voltage electrical processes.

Preferred experience (I'm not sure if this should go into the req or not?):
  • 2+ years' hands-on experience in electrical component failure analysis including techniques such as CSAM, hotspot, de-processing (chemical, laser and/or plasma), mechanical cross section / polish, SEM and EDX (alternatively, experience with similar processes in wafer fabrication or packaging facility, or for cleaning or etching, may also be beneficial)
  • 2+ years' hands-on experience or at least working knowledge in micro-electronic semiconductor devices and assembly/packaging (discretes and power modules)
  • Chemical handling and general laboratory procedures
  • Hands-on electrical testing of semiconductor device components such as MOSFETs and Schottky diodes; SiC highly preferred
  • Supervisory or project leadership experience.

This role may require additional duties and/or assignments as designated by management.
To put it legally - Wolfspeed is an equal opportunity employer.
We recruit, employ, train, compensate and promote regardless of race, sex, religion, color, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation and other protected status as required by law.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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