Electronic Materials Failure Analysis Engineer

Responsibilities

• Perform electronic materials failure analysis and component evaluation for devices ranging from passive components to complex microcircuits.
• Conduct root cause analysis using laboratory equipment including digital photo-documentation, electrical test equipment, Sono-scan, and SEM-EDS.
• Manage the full analysis lifecycle, including initial evaluation, photo-documentation, electrical testing, and destructive testing.
• Write comprehensive final reports that substantiate failure conclusions and present technical findings.
• Apply knowledge of electrical component materials such as ceramics, glasses, metal wire bonding, component staking, conformal coating, and solder.

Requirements

• University degree or equivalent experience and minimum 8 years of relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree and minimum 5 years of experience.
• Proven experience in electronic component failure analysis.
• Experience analyzing microcircuits and both active and passive electrical components.
• U.S. citizenship is required.
• Ability to obtain an interim U.S. government issued Secret security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Material Science.
• Knowledge of Government Component Documents and specifications (e.g., MIL-STD, MIL-PRF, MIL-HDBK).
• Experience testing RF devices and interconnects.
• Proficiency with electrical test equipment such as DMM, Curve Tracers, and Parametric Analyzers.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and perform circuit analysis.
• Strong data collection and technical writing skills.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance and disability coverage.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Flexible spending accounts and employee assistance programs.
• Paid time off, holidays, and parental leave.

About the Company

Raytheon is an aerospace and defense leader that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military, and government customers worldwide. We solve tough, meaningful problems to create a safer, more secure world through engineering expertise in fields like hypersonics, avionics, and cybersecurity.