Lead and scale internal PCBA production capabilities for advanced hardware in a fast-paced aerospace environment. Own the full production lifecycle from equipment selection and factory layout through capacity planning and new product introduction.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead a team of engineers, specialists, and technicians performing PCBA assembly and test operations for development and flight hardware
- Develop and implement production strategy to establish and scale internal PCBA capabilities to meet aggressive rate targets
- Champion Design-for-Manufacturing with design engineering to improve hardware manufacturability
- Own the physical production layout, optimizing material flow from receiving through all processes to finished product
- Create metrics and tools to monitor production success including yield and on-time delivery
- Drive continuous improvement across processes, tooling, and ground support equipment
5-8 years of experience in PCBA assembly processes with strong technical foundation
Direct people management experience leading engineers or technicians
Experience running an SMT line and setting up production equipment
U.S. Citizen, LPR, Asylee, or Refugee (ITAR compliant)
Bachelor's degree in engineering (EE preferred)
Experience in startup or fast-paced production environments
Hands-on PCBA production experience including SMT, reflow, and rework