QA Analyst I

Duration: 6 months

Location: Sunnyvale, CA (On-site)

Direct Client

Open only on W2

Must-Have Skills: PROTOTYPE ASSEMBLY, Assembly Lines, Calibration

Job Description:

Main Responsibilities

1. Prototype Assembly and calibration

• Flash and calibration operation following SOPs for testing equipment 
• Run software scripts and basic commands using the command line of Linux, Mac, and PC platforms Interrogation of test scripts in Python, and Android Device Bridge (ADB) 
• Strong written and verbal communication skills are required for documentation and live discussions with Engineering teams.

Secondary Responsibilities:

1. Failure Analysis

• Quality variations/anomalies
• Solution proposals and repairs
• Assembly/operating instructions (SOPs)
• Provide solutions to teams with electrical and software troubleshooting and repair Assist with scaled prototype assembly and small pre-production units in varying numbers.

1. Rework and Repair

• Assess the condition of returned prototype units and confirm the failure mode 
• Run the prototype unit through a prescribed set of functional tests depending on the reported defect, and perform failure analysis to determine the root cause 
• Strategically disassemble the unit, guided by SOPs, and perform a visual inspection of systems that might be related to the failure symptom 
• Perform component/module exchanges to isolate the failure 
• Document the work performed on each unit in a thorough, consistent manner

General Skills

• Adapt to a daily changing statement of work 
• Prioritize and balance multiple tasks to complete a given statement of work 
• Reach out to responsible design engineers for troubleshooting, clarification, and feedback 
• Willingness to propose and implement process improvements to increase production efficiency
• Proficient use of text, photos, and videos to clearly convey assembly processes to others with close attention paid to spelling and grammar, ensuring findings are accurately communicated to others within the organization
• Seek feedback for continuous improvement

Minimum Qualifications

• Past prototype or assembly line experience, particularly in small electronics or devices 
• Familiarity with QC and troubleshooting processes to isolate failures within test and device software/firmware 
• Proficient with Linux, Mac, and Windows OS and command line languages(Bash, Python)

Preferred Qualifications

• Computer programming and Electrical troubleshooting experience 
• Past experience troubleshooting and testing prototypes and VR hardware 
• Familiarity with Arduino-type systems