Principal Digital/Mixed Signal Production Support Engineer I
CesiumAstro
Full-time
Austin, TX
Posted on 5 months ago
Job Description
Provide engineering support and practical problem-solving in a dynamic, high-paced production setting, focusing on product performance, yield optimization, and reliability through direct support of manufacturing operations.
Responsibilities
Provide technical support for PCBA and RF/microwave products during production
Lead troubleshooting and root cause analysis of production issues
Support hardware/software debugging of digital logic, embedded systems, and mixed-signal interfaces
Support Low-Rate Initial Production (LRIP) and transition to consistent production
Review designs, drawings, and working plans to improve products and manufacturing process
Perform engineering work and applied research with Test Equipment group
Collaborate with design engineering teams to influence DFM and DFT practices
Drive process improvements to enhance product performance, reduce costs, and increase throughput
Provide hands-on engineering guidance and real-time problem-solving
Monitor yields, test margin and resolution of technical issues impacting production
Investigate and propose solutions to complex problems involving the design and production of complex digital, RF, and baseband communications hardware
Lead problem containment and structured root cause & corrective action investigations
Requirements
Bachelor of Science (BS) degree or higher in Electrical Engineering
Minimum of 9 years of relevant experience supporting a production environment
Experience in the design, production and test of microwave communications hardware and assemblies
Strong knowledge of PCB-level debugging, embedded systems, and hardware/software integration
Excellent troubleshooting, data analysis, and problem-solving skills