Process Engineer

We are seeking a motivated, hands-on Process Engineer to support the development, implementation, and ramp-up of a new, state-of-the-art electronics manufacturing facility in Huntsville, AL. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in shaping manufacturing capabilities from the ground up, collaborating with various teams to establish efficient production workflows, optimize equipment utilization, and ensure seamless transitions from PCBA manufacturing through subassembly and final integration.

Primary Responsibilities

• Develop, document, and execute manufacturing processes and procedures for electronic products.
• Support production of printed circuit board assemblies through various processes, including Surface Mount Technology (SMT), Through Hole Selective Solder, Press fit, and Conformal Coating.
• Work with a multi-disciplinary team to develop hardware and utilize automated technology in assembly and test equipment.
• Create machine programs and oversee the execution of manufacturing activities.
• Collaborate with the operations team to complete assembly details and prepare the assembly for delivery to customers.
• Work with the manufacturing team, including engineering, operations, and quality, to develop processes that validate customer quality requirements.
• Coordinate with production control to meet desired delivery schedules.

Basic Qualifications

• Requires a BS degree and 2-4 years of prior relevant experience or Masters with 0-2 years of prior relevant experience. In lieu of a degree, a high school diploma/GED with 6 years of experience will be considered.
• Experience with Costpoint Material Planning software and/or Agile/Windchill product lifecycle management software is a plus.
• Strong leadership skills, attention to detail, and ability to work independently are essential.
• Ability to multi-task and work closely with design engineers, manufacturing engineers, and technicians.
• Basic computer skills associated with assembly tasks.
• Must be a resident of the North Alabama area or willing to relocate to Huntsville - North Alabama, AL area.
• Must be a US Citizen and possess (and be able to maintain) a Final Secret Clearance OR meet the eligibility to obtain (and maintain) a Secret Clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• At least 2 years of manufacturing experience on programs building electronic hardware to government specifications (or similar).
• Experience in the following processes and equipment: ASM pick and place, DEK screen printers, BTU ovens, PVA coating machine, Pillarhouse or JUKI selective solder.
• Experience with software that maintains bills of materials and other engineering design data.
• Experience with electronics used on launch vehicles, targets, or missile components, and with production of cable harnesses, electronics, and electromechanical assemblies.
• Current or prior certification to IPC/WHMA-A-610 & J-STD-001.

Pay Range: $59,150.00 - $106,925.00