Process Engineer II - PCBA/SMT Manufacturing

What You Will Do:

We are seeking a Process Engineer to focus on our SMT / Circuit Card Assembly processes. In this role, you will be responsible for maintaining the efficiency and effectiveness of all related manufacturing equipment and processes required to assemble a high-quality product in a repeatable and cost-effective manner. You will support Surface Mount Technology (SMT) and Through-Hole (THT) manufacturing processes, the programming and support of automated placement systems, and solder reflow processes. You will also support electronic product introduction and development projects and implement and support assembly processes for the SMT, selective solder, and final fabrication areas for circuit card builds.

This on-site position is located at our headquarters in Oak Creek, WI. You will report directly to the Process Engineering Manager.

How You Will Do It:

• Program, set up, and debug SMT/THT equipment. Equipment can include a solder paste printer, solder paste inspection (SPI), pick-and-place machine, reflow solder oven, Automated Optical Inspection (AOI), X-ray, selective wave solder, aqueous wash, and conformal coating.
• Create, update, and manage documentation (i.e., work instructions, routings, and other department procedures).
• Provides technical support for the production floor's critical process and product issues.
• Execute engineering/manufacturing change orders. Develops and maintains in-process quality control systems to ensure product quality.
• Drives and implements continuous improvement projects with production personnel.
• Provides ongoing product and process improvements to meet quality, continuous improvement, and production goals.
• Creates and supports PFMEA and product/process risk analysis of new products
• Develops and supports new manufacturing processes/equipment.
• Coordinates prototype builds and process development.
• Supports design for manufacturability

• Bachelor's degree in electrical/electronics, mechanical, industrial/manufacturing engineering discipline from an accredited institution.
• Minimum three years of experience in SMT/CCA process/manufacturing engineering processes.
• Must have strong knowledge of surface mount and through-hole technologies.
• Must be familiar with IPC/EIA J-STD-001 and IPC-A-610.
• Must have a working knowledge of CAD software, Pick and Place software, and databases.

Desired

• Automated Optical Inspection (AOI), Automated X-ray Inspection (AXI) and conformal coating programming and support.
• Familiarity with IPC-A-600.
• Experience making quality calls on non-conforming material through a Material Review Board process.

Who We Are:

Join a team that designs computers, displays, and electronic systems for aircraft of the future! At Astronautics Corporation of America (Astronautics), you will be part of a creative group of professionals who work on the cutting edge of technology. We offer competitive pay, excellent benefits and professional growth opportunities in a friendly environment.

Astronautics, headquartered in Oak Creek, Wisconsin, is a global leader in the design, development and manufacture of secure avionics equipment and systems for the commercial and military aerospace industry. Key product areas include electronic primary flight and engine displays, connected aircraft and cyber solutions, electronic flight bags, and certified servers for airborne applications. Services include avionics system integration and custom software for critical applications. Since its founding in 1959, Astronautics has been providing trusted, reliable, and tailored solutions to help customers achieve mission success. Astronautics is the parent company of Kearfott Corporation, headquartered in Pine Brook, New Jersey.

We are proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status.