Flex

X-Ray Structural Test Engineer

Flex$80K — $95K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 1-2 years experience in automated x-ray inspection programming.
  • Familiarity with SMT and PTH soldering processes.
  • Knowledge of IPC and electronic manufacturing standards related to various products.
  • Creative thinker with awareness of new technologies.
  • Strong technical skills necessary for the role.
  • Basic troubleshooting capability with PCs and networks.
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

  • Write and troubleshoot automated x-ray inspection programs.
  • Conduct manual x-ray inspections using specified systems.
  • Audit real-time program performance and implement corrections.
  • Provide feedback for continuous improvement in operations.
  • Guide x-ray operators to enhance performance.
  • Support engineering teams with technical assistance on designs.
  • Collaborate with equipment manufacturers to improve detection and reliability.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
  • Life insurance coverage.
  • Short-term and long-term disability support.
  • 401(k) with company matching contributions.
  • Paid vacation and sick leave.
  • Tuition reimbursement for further education.
Full Job Description
Job Summary

To support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, we're looking to add an X-Ray Structural Test Engineer located in Austin, TX.

Here is a glimpse of what you'll do...
  • Write and debug automated x-ray inspection programs on ViTrox V810, ViTrox QX1 x-ray inspection systems.
  • Perform manual x-ray inspections on Nordson Dage x-ray inspection systems.
  • Monitor and audit real time program performance and make corrections.
  • Provide feedback to SMT, PTH, and pressfit operations on component/board level performance for continuous process improvement.
  • Work with and provide guidance to x-ray operators to increase their accuracy and efficiency.
  • Provide technical assistance to process and product engineering for future designs and existing product improvements.
  • Work extensively with x-ray equipment manufacturer to improve defect detection capabilities, improve machine reliability and work on other mutually beneficial assignments.


Here is some of what you'll need (required)...
  • 1-2-year prior experience in writing and debugging automated x-ray inspection programs.
  • Awareness of SMT and PTH soldering processes in manufacturing.
  • Awareness of IPC and other electronic manufacturing standards and processes, and how they apply to various classes of products (i.e. medical, automotive).
  • Creativity and awareness of new technologies/ techniques along with "out of the box" thinking.
  • Demonstrates advanced technical skills.
  • Experience working with PC and networks along with the ability to do basic trouble shooting.
  • Ability to write reports, business correspondence and procedures.
  • Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from engineers, managers, and customers.
  • Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
  • Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions.
  • Flexibility and availability to help the teammates.


Here are a few of our preferred experiences...
  • Bachelor's degree in science or engineering
  • Ability to learn complex algorithms and settings on the job.


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What you'll receive for the great work you provide:
  • Full range of medical, dental, and vision plans
  • Life Insurance
  • Short-term and Long-term Disability
  • Matching 401(k) Contributions
  • Vacation and Paid Sick Time
  • Tuition Reimbursement

Application Deadline:

Applications for this job position will be accepted for at least five days following the job posting start date below and continuing until the end date below or until the position is filled. This posting may close sooner due to application volume.
Job Posting Start Date 08-11-2026 Job Posting End Date 10-12-2026
Job Category
Production Engineering

Is Sponsorship Available?
No

About Flex

Flex Ltd. is an American Singaporean-domiciled multinational electronics contract manufacturer. It is the third largest global electronics manufacturing services (EMS), original design manufacturer (ODM) company by revenue, behind only Pegatron for what concerns original equipment manufacturers. Flex has manufacturing operations in over 30 countries, totaling approximately 200,000 employees.
Learn more about Flex
Size
172,648 employees
Market Cap
$9.7 billion
Industry
Net Income
$421 million
Founded
2016
5 Year Trend
+1.8%
Revenue
$23.3 billion
NASDAQ

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