Herrick Technology Laboratories, Inc.
Printed Circuit Assembly (PCA) Manufacturing Engineer – Defense Electronics
Herrick Technology Laboratories, Inc., Germantown, Maryland, us, 20875
Overview
Summary: We are seeking a
Manufacturing Engineer
specializing in
Printed Circuit Assembly (PCA)
to support the production of advanced defense electronics, including software-defined radios, RF/microwave assemblies, and complex circuit card assemblies. Description:
This role will focus on
process development, production support, yield improvement, and continuous improvement
in a
low-to-medium volume, high-mix environment . The Manufacturing Engineer will act as the technical liaison between design engineering, operations, quality, and supply chain to ensure robust, repeatable, and compliant manufacturing processes for PCA builds. Responsibilities
Develop, implement, and optimize manufacturing processes for
printed circuit assembly
(through-hole, SMT, and mixed-technology boards). Provide technical support to in-house and contract manufacturing
production, test, and rework
personnel, troubleshooting build issues and implementing corrective actions. Collaborate with design engineering and supply chain to ensure
Design for Manufacturability (DFM)
and
Design for Testability (DFT)
on new PCA designs. Author and maintain
manufacturing process documentation
(work instructions, travelers, process flows, rework guides). Drive
root cause and corrective action (RCCA)
efforts for assembly nonconformances and yield issues. Define and implement process controls for
soldering, reflow, wave solder, conformal coating, underfill, and rework/repair . Select tools, fixtures, soldering materials, and consumables appropriate for
defense/aerospace electronics . Support and qualify
new equipment, tooling, and process technologies . Work with suppliers (PCB and Assembly) to identify and implement process improvements. Work with supply chain and suppliers to address component quality issues and support alternate part qualifications. Ensure compliance with
IPC-A-610, J-STD-001, IPC-7711/7721 , and customer/DoD quality standards. Provide
training and technical guidance
to production operators and technicians. Identify and lead
continuous improvement projects
to reduce cycle time, improve yields, and enhance quality. Qualifications
Required: Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related technical field. 3+ years of experience
in electronics manufacturing, with emphasis on PCA assembly. Strong knowledge of
SMT processes, through-hole soldering, and mixed-technology assemblies . Familiarity with
defense/aerospace quality standards and documentation requirements . Experience with
root cause analysis and corrective action (8D, Ishikawa, FMEA, etc.) . Proficiency with CAD/CAM tools, Gerber files, and assembly drawings. Knowledge of IPC standards ( IPC-A-610, J-STD-001, IPC-7711/7721, IPC-2221 ). Preferred: Experience in
low volume, high-mix defense electronics Familiarity with
ERP/MRP systems (e.g., Costpoint)
for work order tracking and production support. Understanding of
RF/microwave PCA design constraints
(controlled impedance, grounding, shielding). Experience introducing new PCA products (NPI) into production. Lean Six Sigma or similar continuous improvement training/certification. Work Environment
Manufacturing floor and lab environment with frequent interaction with technicians, assemblers, inspectors, and engineering. Hands-on involvement with soldering, rework, and assembly process verification. Benefits
Startup Environment Competitive Salaries Health Insurance 401K Matching Bonuses for superior performance
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Summary: We are seeking a
Manufacturing Engineer
specializing in
Printed Circuit Assembly (PCA)
to support the production of advanced defense electronics, including software-defined radios, RF/microwave assemblies, and complex circuit card assemblies. Description:
This role will focus on
process development, production support, yield improvement, and continuous improvement
in a
low-to-medium volume, high-mix environment . The Manufacturing Engineer will act as the technical liaison between design engineering, operations, quality, and supply chain to ensure robust, repeatable, and compliant manufacturing processes for PCA builds. Responsibilities
Develop, implement, and optimize manufacturing processes for
printed circuit assembly
(through-hole, SMT, and mixed-technology boards). Provide technical support to in-house and contract manufacturing
production, test, and rework
personnel, troubleshooting build issues and implementing corrective actions. Collaborate with design engineering and supply chain to ensure
Design for Manufacturability (DFM)
and
Design for Testability (DFT)
on new PCA designs. Author and maintain
manufacturing process documentation
(work instructions, travelers, process flows, rework guides). Drive
root cause and corrective action (RCCA)
efforts for assembly nonconformances and yield issues. Define and implement process controls for
soldering, reflow, wave solder, conformal coating, underfill, and rework/repair . Select tools, fixtures, soldering materials, and consumables appropriate for
defense/aerospace electronics . Support and qualify
new equipment, tooling, and process technologies . Work with suppliers (PCB and Assembly) to identify and implement process improvements. Work with supply chain and suppliers to address component quality issues and support alternate part qualifications. Ensure compliance with
IPC-A-610, J-STD-001, IPC-7711/7721 , and customer/DoD quality standards. Provide
training and technical guidance
to production operators and technicians. Identify and lead
continuous improvement projects
to reduce cycle time, improve yields, and enhance quality. Qualifications
Required: Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related technical field. 3+ years of experience
in electronics manufacturing, with emphasis on PCA assembly. Strong knowledge of
SMT processes, through-hole soldering, and mixed-technology assemblies . Familiarity with
defense/aerospace quality standards and documentation requirements . Experience with
root cause analysis and corrective action (8D, Ishikawa, FMEA, etc.) . Proficiency with CAD/CAM tools, Gerber files, and assembly drawings. Knowledge of IPC standards ( IPC-A-610, J-STD-001, IPC-7711/7721, IPC-2221 ). Preferred: Experience in
low volume, high-mix defense electronics Familiarity with
ERP/MRP systems (e.g., Costpoint)
for work order tracking and production support. Understanding of
RF/microwave PCA design constraints
(controlled impedance, grounding, shielding). Experience introducing new PCA products (NPI) into production. Lean Six Sigma or similar continuous improvement training/certification. Work Environment
Manufacturing floor and lab environment with frequent interaction with technicians, assemblers, inspectors, and engineering. Hands-on involvement with soldering, rework, and assembly process verification. Benefits
Startup Environment Competitive Salaries Health Insurance 401K Matching Bonuses for superior performance
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