PCBA Failure Analysis Technician

Join us to turn failures into fixes—and insights into better products

In this role, you’ll be a key contributor in a production test environment. You’ll hunt down root causes in escalated test issues, restore fixtures to full health, and convert tribal knowledge into well-crafted SOPs. You’ll also partner with Test Engineers as new stations and processes come to life across modeling, pre-pilot, and pilot builds.

Your impact

• Triage, diagnose, and resolve sustaining production test problems escalated from Repair Technicians; share results with Test Engineers.
• Repair and validate test fixtures to keep throughput strong and stable.
• Continuously monitor testing station performance and drive corrective actions.
• Write/maintain standard operating procedures for operators and testers; document testing procedures thoroughly.
• Create and manage records for test-related issues and failures to inform improvements.
• Support station setup and process development, including modeling, pre-pilot, and pilot runs.

Skills and background

• 0–2 years of hands-on experience with printed circuit board assembly processes, methodologies, standards, and best practices.
• High School Diploma/GED (required).
• Strong ability to read and act on test logs.
• Basic Linux/UNIX understanding.
• Comfortable working with network switches and related equipment.
• Experience with computer hardware components (CPUs, NICs, memory, etc.).
• Ability to interpret schematics/diagrams; familiarity with electrical components.
• Proven ability to perform under pressure and meet tight timelines.

Physical requirements and environment

• Lift up to 40 pounds throughout the shift.
• Regular walking, standing, repetitive bending, and some climbing.
• Exposure to typical manufacturing hazards/risks; adherence to safety protocols required.
• Specific vision abilities: close and distance vision, color identification, hand/eye coordination, depth perception, and focus adjustment.

Rewards and wellbeing

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Employer-provided basic life insurance and short-term disability.
• Options for supplemental life insurance and long-term disability.
• 401(k) with employer contribution.
• Paid Personal, Vacation, and Holiday time for full-time employees.
• Onsite Aurora Health & Wellness Center access for all employees.
• Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities in smart manufacturing.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.