SMT Specialist - 2nd Shift
Core
Manage and maintain surface mount technology (SMT) equipment and train technicians to build space-grade circuit board assemblies for Starlink.
Role type
SMT process specialist (Level 1-3)
Builds
Surface mount electronics assemblies (PCBA) for Starlink satellites
Domain
Aerospace / Electronics Manufacturing
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
SMT/PCBA process engineering, automated equipment operation, fixture design, process validation, DOE, DFM guidelines, troubleshooting non-conforming product, maintenance scheduling, yield optimization
Preferred skills
J-STD-001 Class 2, IPC-A-610 Class 2 hardware experience, optimizing pick and place/reflow/conformal coating systems
Technologies
SMT pick and place, reflow ovens, conformal coating systems, flying probe, AOI, functional testing, reflow soldering, selective soldering
Responsibilities
Execute new product introduction builds, program and operate automated equipment, design custom fixtures, train technicians, triage non-conforming product, resolve production issues, perform process development and validation, define maintenance schedules, optimize processes, specify equipment requirements, develop DFM guidelines, facilitate engineering collaboration
Seniority
Individual Contributor (Level 1-3)