QA Engineer (49986)
Company: Headway Technologies
Location: Milpitas
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Description TITLE: QA ENGINEER FLSA STATUS: EXEMPT REPORTS TO:
SR. MANAGER, QUALITY ASSURANCE SUMMARY: Under the direction of the
Sr. Manager of QA, the QA Engineer, will be responsible for
ensuring the quality of various products currently in production as
well as prototype products for magnetic recording heads, including
monitoring processes and test parameters using Statistical Process
Control (SPC) as well as analyzing data and providing reports to
the manufacturing teams. The QA Engineer will be responsible for
determining the root cause and performing failure analysis for
yield and performance-related issues and recommending corrective
action. This position is located in Milpitas, California. ESSENTIAL
FUNCTIONS: Reviews and monitors quality of various high volume and
newly launched products Reviews and analyzes data using SPC,
creates reports, and presents findings; recommends corrective
action as needed Collaborates with other product engineering groups
regarding process-related issues and product requirements to ensure
customer specifications for reliability and performance are met
Reviews and analyzes backend magnetic performance data and creates
reports regarding performance/correlation and provides feedback to
design and manufacturing teams Conducts complex failure analysis
testing to isolate detractors to yield and performance; may
recommend corrective action Reviews the changes related to wafer
processes and the integration scheme including process
characterization Adheres to all safety policies and procedures as
required Performs other duties of a similar nature or level*
Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree in
Chemical or Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, or Physics,
and/or equivalent relevant experience Three years of experience
working in the magnetic recording head or semiconductor industry,
including quality assurance and control Proficient in the use of
Microsoft Office Applications, including JMP or similar data
analysis tool Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge
of semiconductor industry principles, practices, and techniques
Knowledge of failure analysis and quality assurance methodologies
and ability to perform root cause Knowledge and ability to use
Microsoft Office applications to create spreadsheets, Word
documents, and presentations Knowledge of magneto-resistance
technology will be desirable Able to analyze data, create various
reports, and recommend corrective action Able to communicate
effectively, both verbally and in writing, with all levels of
contractors, consultants, employees, and management Able to work
productively and collaboratively with all levels of employees and
management Able to comply with all safety policies and procedures
Able to conduct root cause analysis and drive results to successful
conclusion Demonstrated analytical and critical thinking skills
Demonstrated organizational and time management skills Demonstrated
problem-solving and trouble shooting skills Demonstrated ability to
use SPC and JMP to monitor and analyze data Flexible and able to
prioritize The annual rate for this full-time position is between
$93,000.00-$120,000.00 bonus target benefits. Within the range the
individual pay may differ depending on additional factors including
job responsibilities, job related knowledge, skills, abilities,
education, and experience. The annual pay range shown is subject to
change and may be modified periodically. WORKING CONDITIONS: The QA
Engineer works primarily in an office environment from Monday thru
Friday. The schedule may be altered from time-to-time to meet
business or operational needs, including working in the fab, mainly
to audit, or traveling from building to building as needed. Spends
a majority of time in a seated position but occasionally stands and
walks; performs various fine grasping movements, bends, and twists;
operates a computer and enters information using a keyboard,
operates a telephone, and other office equipment. May occasionally
be required to push, pull, or lift up to 10 pounds. *Other duties
of a similar nature or level are duties that may be required but
may not be specifically listed in the job description or posting.
TDK/Headway Technologies, Inc. provides equal employment
opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment
without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin,
age, disability, or genetics. Applicants requiring accommodation in
order to complete the application process should contact the
Headway Human Resources Department.
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