{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"a144dac8957be08640d224a4","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/a144dac8957be08640d224a4","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/a144dac8957be08640d224a4","title":"Reliability Engineering Manager","description":"Location: Alhambra CA (Onsite)\nJob Summary:\nWe are seeking a hands‑on Reliability Engineering leader to establish, own, and execute reliability engineering for an InP‑based III‑V photonic semiconductor manufacturing operation producing optical amplifiers, laser diodes, and related photonic devices.\nThis role serves as the single source of truth for product performance, reliability, and wear‑out behavior across new product introduction, qualification, and high‑volume manufacturing. The position requires deep, practical expertise in compound III-V, particularly InP/InGaAsP material systems, degradation physics, accelerated life testing, and Telcordia GR‑468 qualification, combined with strong technical leadership in a fab and assembly/test environment.\nThe role may be filled at the Manager or Sr Manager level, depending on experience and demonstrated scope. Regardless of level, this is expected to be a hands‑on, player‑coach role, performing substantial technical work directly. This is not a staffed organization today, and any team growth will be incremental and driven by business needs.\nKey Responsibilities\nReliability Leadership & Ownership (Hands‑On at All Levels)\nEstablish and lead the Reliability Engineering function for SPP\nOwn reliability requirements, targets, and performance for all InP‑based photonic products\nServe as the authoritative owner of reliability data, conclusions, and risk assessments\nDefine and maintain reliability specifications, qualification targets, MTFF / FIT goals, and end‑of‑life criteria, define and execute in-process testing and screening\nSet technical direction and personally review or execute critical analyses and conclusions\nTelcordia Qualification & Accelerated Life Testing\nHands‑on planning, execution, analysis, and reporting of accelerated life tests (HTOL, aging, step‑stress, etc.) per Telcordia GR‑468\nLead Telcordia qualification programs from initial strategy through customer acceptance\nPerform or directly oversee degradation modeling and life‑test statistics\nEnsure technical rigor and defensibility of all qualification conclusions\nDegradation Physics & Wear‑Out Mechanisms\nLead deep understanding of degradation physics specific to III‑V (InP) compound semiconductor photonic devices\nIdentify, model, and mitigate dominant wear‑out mechanisms in lasers and optical amplifiers\nCorrelate reliability behavior to material properties, epitaxial growth conditions, device design, and process variation\nTranslate physics‑based insight into concrete design, process, and screening actions\nYield Improvement, Failure Analysis & Corrective Action\nLead hands‑on yield and reliability improvement initiatives using structured methodologies:\nDefect Pareto analysis\nWafer mapping and spatial correlation\nInline parametric data correlation across epitaxy, wafer fab, chip fabrication, and CoC assembly\nPerform or directly guide detailed failure analysis and root cause investigations\nOwn 8D corrective actions for reliability issues, ensuring durable and verified closure\nPartner with Operations, R&D, and Corporate FA to drive prevention, not just containment\nCustomer Qualification & Interface\nAct as the primary reliability technical interface for customers\nSupport customer qualification activities and audits\nBuild, present, and defend reliability and Telcordia qualification data packages\nOwn and deliver PPAP / PFMEA‑type outputs tied to reliability and qualification expectations\nProvide credible, data‑driven responses to customer reliability concerns\nData, Reporting & Executive Communication\nDevelop dashboards and structured reporting for:\nReliability performance and trends\nYield loss mechanisms\nLife‑test and degradation behavior\nCommunicate clear technical recommendations to executive leadership\nInfluence decisions through data, modeling, and engineering judgment\nCorporate Quality & FA Collaboration\nAlign local reliability practices with Corporate Quality Systems\nInterface with Corporate Failure Analysis teams on escalated or complex issues\nEnsure consistency between SPP practices and corporate quality frameworks\nSupport internal, external, and customer audits\nAct as the primary SPP reliability representative in corporate initiatives\nMinimum Qualifications:\nBachelor’s degree in physics, Materials Science, or related field required\nMS or PhD strongly preferred, particularly in compound semiconductor physics and devices\n10+ years of reliability experience in III‑V compound semiconductor photonic devices\nDirect, hands‑on experience with Telcordia GR‑468 qualification planning, execution, analysis, and reporting\nDeep expertise in compound III/V semiconductor material systems (particularly InP/InGaAsP/InGaAs/AlGaInP), epitaxial growth defects, and reliability impact\nStrong understanding of degradation physics and wear‑out mechanisms for lasers and optical amplifiers\nHands‑on or advanced working knowledge of FA techniques:\nSEM / EDS\nFIB cross‑sectioning\nEBIC, PEM\nOBIC / OBIRCH\nElectroluminescence mapping\nProficiency in reliability statistics:\nWeibull and lognormal modeling\nDegradation modeling\nSPC and control charting\nDoE\nExperience with JMP, Minitab, Python, R, and advanced data analysis using machine learning and AI tools\nLeadership Competencies\nStrong analytical and structured problem-solving mindset\nHigh level of objectivity and data-driven decision making\nAbility to challenge assumptions constructively\nEffective communicator across technical and operational teams\nComfortable operating in a fast-scaling environment\nDesired Qualifications:\nCleanroom semiconductor fab experience\nEnvironmental and mechanical reliability testing:\nExperience with the following:\nThermal cycling\nHAST / THB\nMechanical shock and vibration\nOptical device characterization:\nLIV curves\nSpectral / wavelength stability\nNear‑field / far‑field analysis\nParametric drift during aging\nESD / EOS expertise for photonic devices\nFiber‑coupled device testing under stress conditions\nIndustry visibility preferred (publications, conferences, standards committees)\nRole Scope & Leveling Clarification\nThis role may be filled at the Manager or Sr. Manager, based on experience, judgment, and demonstrated scope.\nAll levels are expected to remain hands‑on, personally engaged in reliability analysis, qualification, and problem solving.\nOrganizational build‑out will be incremental; this is not a pre‑staffed leadership role.\nSuccess depends on the ability to execute personally first, then scale influences and capability over time.\nWORKING CONDITIONS\nRegular exposure to chemicals, lasers, high-voltage, and compressed gas hazards; all applicable EHS training and certifications required prior to independent floor access.\nOn-call availability expected for critical process excursions, equipment outages, or cleanroom environmental events.\nOccasional travel to parent company headquarters, customer 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Incumbents may be required to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically included in this description.\nAll duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.\nA reasonable estimate of the pay range for this position is $117,000 - $167,000. 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The position requires deep, practical expertise in compound III-V, particularly InP/InGaAsP material systems, degradation physics, accelerated life testing, and Telcordia GR‑468 qualification, combined with strong technical leadership in a fab and assembly/test environment.\nThe role may be filled at the Manager or Sr Manager level, depending on experience and demonstrated scope. Regardless of level, this is expected to be a hands‑on, player‑coach role, performing substantial technical work directly. 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Incumbents may be required to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically included in this description.\nAll duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.\nA reasonable estimate of the pay range for this position is $117,000 - $167,000. 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