PCB Fabrication Specialist
Core
Bridge between design engineering and manufacturing partners to oversee the technical lifecycle of PCB fabrication, from stackup planning and material selection to CAM approval, vendor management, and quality inspection.
Role type
Senior IC PCB Fabrication Specialist (Procurement & Supply Chain)
Builds
High-reliability advanced communications products for government and industry customers
Domain
Defense/Industrial electronics manufacturing and supply chain
Required skills
PCB stackup engineering, material selection (FR-4, High-Speed, RF), CAM artwork approval, panelization, D-coupon management, incoming quality inspection (IPC standards), RFQ/sourcing, vendor management, CMMC/ITAR/EAR compliance, ERP/MRP systems, data analytics
Preferred skills
AI-enhanced EDA/CAM tools, predictive supply chain platforms, automated visual inspection (AOI/AXI), industry conference representation
Technologies
CAM viewing tools, ERP/MRP systems, Excel/data analytics
Responsibilities
Collaborate on stackup and material selection; perform CAM and artwork checks; manage panelization and D-coupons; lead incoming quality inspection; support quote requests and vendor selection; track orders and resolve manufacturing defects; source new vendors and conduct site visits; maintain CMMC compliance status; update PCB Technology Roadmap and Capabilities Matrix.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
