At Western Digital, our vision is to power global innovation and push the boundaries of technology to make what you thought was once impossible, possible.

At our core, Western Digital is a company of problem solvers. People achieve extraordinary things given the right technology. For decades, we’ve been doing just that. Our technology helped people put a man on the moon.

We are a key partner to some of the largest and highest growth organizations in the world. From energizing the most competitive gaming platforms, to enabling systems to make cities safer and cars smarter and more connected, to powering the data centers behind many of the world’s biggest companies and public cloud, Western Digital is fueling a brighter, smarter future.

Binge-watch any shows, use social media or shop online lately? You’ll find Western Digital supporting the storage infrastructure behind many of these platforms. And, that flash memory card that captures and preserves your most precious moments? That’s us, too.

We offer an expansive portfolio of technologies, storage devices and platforms for business and consumers alike. Our data-centric solutions are comprised of the Western Digital®, G-Technology™, SanDisk® and WD® brands.

Today’s exceptional challenges require your unique skills. It’s You & Western Digital. Together, we’re the next BIG thing in data.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform the following analysis and calculations: MTBF prediction, Weibull, FMEA, Reliability Hazard, Dynamic Reliability Block Diagram, Fault Tree, Ishikawa, Failure Analysis, Root Cause, Physics of Failure, Accelerated Testing, SPOF, Testability, Human Error, RGT, SPRT/RDT, TTR, OC curves and Screening, DFx and Risk Analysis.
• Conduct Quality & Reliability process assessments.
• Develop and lead the execution of fractional/full factorial DOEs.
• Design, implement, validate and maintain Quality and Reliability tools/systems using best-practice methodologies
• Collaborate with other cross functional teams to derive innovative corrective and preventative solutions.
• Provide risk management recommendations to the Quality head of department.
• Collaborate with SQE and Mfg Quality in the development of OQRM Testing, control plans, control charts, OCAP and it’s associated procedures and requirements to ensure outgoing product quality and reliability goals are met.
• Perform bottoms up analysis of existing MTP test suites for improvements: TTR(Test Time Reductions), Test elimination/addition or substitution.
• Liaise with Manufacturing Quality, Supplier Quality and the Quality Program Manager(QPM)  in the implementation of Quality and Reliability systems.

• Minimum 5-10 years high tech, Data Storage or  DOD engineering or Program Management experience with at least five years cross-functional engineering management.
• Experience with directing and leading functional teams, leading cross functional disciplines (engineering, manufacturing, materials, finance, and marketing).
• Understands how to sustain a product in a Contract Manufacturer environment preferred 
• Expertise in the following is a plus:
  • Cross functional management experience 
  • Product and process requirements, development and implementation Customer interface experience a must a have 
  • Printed circuit board manufacturing, module assembly process, ICT and functional testing.
  • Manufacturing/process experience
  • Enclosure sheet metal, plastics, die cast, machining, cable assembly
  • System top level assembly, first article inspection review, manufacturing test
  • Mechanical, Electrical, System level design experience
  • Development of SOP, production process, validation, FAI requirements
  • Ability to thrive in a fast pace technology development environment, while being flexible to support program requirements.
  • Experience working with either CM’s and/or Asian high volume sites
• Understanding of hardware/firmware desirable.
• Four year engineering degree (mechanical/electrical) is mandatory.
• Masters in Engineering discipline or MBA preferred

Able and willing to travel 20-25% of time to Asia sites and conduct routine evening phone calls from the US.

REQUIRED:

• Familiarity with Quality & Reliability management systems and the concept of out-going quality and reliability monitoring(OQRM)
• MS or PhD in a related technical field or Engineering.
• Minimum of 15 years Quality and Reliability  work experience in either HDD, SSDs, storage arrays or Enterprise systems.
• Expertise in the use of Statistical Analysis and  Reliability Engineering applications.

• SKILLS:

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Subject matter expertise level in area of study/discipline
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to evaluate and interpret complex data generated by internal teams or external customers

Western Digital is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and employees and will not discriminate based on their race, color, ancestry, religion (including religious dress and grooming standards), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), gender (including a person’s gender identity, gender expression, and gender-related appearance and behavior, whether or not stereotypically associated with the person’s assigned sex at birth), age, national origin, sexual orientation, medical condition, marital status (including domestic partnership status), physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, protected medical and family care leave, Civil Air Patrol status, military and veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. We also prohibit harassment of any individual on any of the characteristics listed above. Our non-discrimination policy applies to all aspects of employment. We comply with the laws and regulations set forth in the Equal Employment Opportunity is the Law poster.

Western Digital thrives on the power and potential of diversity. As a global company, we believe the most effective way to embrace the diversity of our customers and communities is to mirror it from within. We believe the fusion of various perspectives results in the best outcomes for our employees, our company, our customers, and the world around us. We are committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging, respect and contribution.

Western Digital is committed to offering opportunities to applicants with disabilities and ensuring all candidates can successfully navigate our careers website and our hiring process. Please contact us at [email protected] to advise us of your accommodation request. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.

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