QA - QFAR Engineer

QA Engineer 1 is primarily responsible in the effective execution of qualification, test methodology and metrology and failure analysis to ensure that parts conform and are comparable to OEM and product warranty. He / She ensures that the capability of failure analysis and reliability remains effective and cost-efficient for new parts ,product and process qualification , sustenance and development.

Essential Job Skills/Duties

• Defines qualification and reliability testing methods per requirements

• Maintains work instructions and job aids for compliant execution

• Manages qualification/reliability systems and documentation (incl. deviations)

• Conducts material analysis and product characterization for global support

• Reviews failure analysis (FA) reports and provides advanced insights/solutions

• Evaluates reports and drives continuous improvement initiatives

• Monitors lab inventory of parts, materials, and products

• Supports qualification and reliability engineering team activities

• Leads continuous improvement projects on test methodologies

• Collaborates cross-functionally to enhance quality and processes

Required Technical Skills

• Continuous Improvement

• Quality Manufacturing

• Problem Solving and Decision Making– PDCA, DMAIC, 8D, 7QC Tools (Why Why, Fishbone , Shainin DOE)

• Mobile Testing, Repair and Troubleshooting

• Manufacturing Diagnostic

• Advance Mobile Communications Technology

• Six Sigma Green Belt

• Project Management

• Material Characterization and Analysis

• Change and Risk Management

• Advance Quality Planning

• Quality Standards, Quality Systems and Process Improvement.

• Laboratory Tester and Equipment

• System for Handling of Non-conforming

Required Soft/Leadership Skills

• Communicate clearly with cross-functional teams.

• Manage time to meet deadlines.

• Deliver concise, actionable documentation.

• Adapt quickly to shifting priorities.

• Maintain focus under operational pressure.

Required Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (BSECE, BSEE, BSME, BSMetE, BSMatE preferred)

• Minimum of 2 years work experience in consumer electronics manufacturing set-up or Completed the Asurion Cadetship or equivalent program

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in laboratory and reliability testing

• Preferably with 2 years experience in failure analysis and metrology such as but not limited to SEM-EDS, 3D X-ray Imaging, CMM, etc.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• May mentor junior team members.

• No direct hiring or performance authority.