Lab Technician II

Astera Labs•San Jose, CA

101d•$46 - $67•Onsite

About The Position

Astera Labs Inc. is seeking a skilled and proactive Hardware Lab Technician to join our dynamic team in developing world class connectivity products. Job Description This role works closely with and supports various teams within our lab, including hardware engineering, validation, product apps, quality assurance, and more. The ideal candidate will have hands-on technical skills, a strong work ethic, and the ability to manage various responsibilities in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Requirements

2 or more years of experience in a hardware lab
Associate’s degree or equivalent technical certification in electronics engineering, electrical engineering, computer engineering, or similar field
OR
an additional 2+ years of experience
2+ years of inventory management experience
Self-starter with a bias towards action
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Keen analytical problem-solving skills
Effective and clear communication, both written and verbal
Ability to lift and move up to 40lbs safely

Nice To Haves

4 years of experience in a hardware lab
Comfortable performing solder rework on 0201 components, micro-coax cables, and fly line/magnet wire
Fluent in interpreting circuit schematics and board layouts
Ability to troubleshoot and debug PCBAs using oscilloscopes, multimeters, power supplies, etc.
Ability to clearly document and communicate findings and measurement results
Experience setting up and troubleshooting rack-mounted servers
Familiarity with Python, Bash, Linux, and Raspberry Pi

Responsibilities

Manage critical inventories of Astera products, tools, consumables, and peripherals, including purchasing, organizing, monitoring, and forecasting
Assemble, inspect, and test modules/subassemblies while upholding a high standard of quality
Assemble and disassemble server racks, wire shelves, and tradeshow materials
Optimize and maintain lab organization
Monitor compliance with lab policies, including ESD, cleanliness, food/drink, etc.
Assist engineers with various other hands-on tasks, including soldering and rework of high-density PCBAs

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