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Impulse Space
Lead Manufacturing Engineer (PCBA)
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A Manufacturing Engineer uses technology and engineering to help companies and organizations manufacture products with efficient use of time, resources, and energy.
$106,714 / year median in California
+6% projected growth
Job Description
Lead Manufacturing Engineer (PCBA) Impulse Space - 5.0 Redondo Beach, CA Job Details Full-time $140,000 - $180,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Stock options Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Vision insurance Qualifications Manufacturing management Team leadership Team development Bachelor's degree in engineering Mentoring Managing manufacturing teams Manufacturing company experience Full Job Description Description As a Lead Manufacturing Engineer (PCBA) , you will provide leadership and mentorship to a team of PCBA manufacturing engineers. You will own PCBA manufacturing across the company for all our products. Your leadership will directly impact the performance and reliability of all vehicles we send into orbit. Leveling will be commensurate with experience. Responsibilities Recruit and lead a team of PCBA manufacturing engineers, including providing mentorship and developing the team. Provide guidance to a team of manufacturing engineers on writing work instructions for board assembly, solder rework, inspection and acceptance testing. Implement processes to streamline the manufacturing process while improving rate, quality and reliability. Set up and run an SMT line to support both development and production objectives. Build up acceptance testing (ATP) capability of PCBAs, including functional and environmental testing. Lead the effort in collaborating with design engineers to ensure manufacturability and provide input in PDR and CDR reviews. Lead the effort to optimize production rate, yield and cost of PCBA production. Ensure timely delivery of PCBAs to box-level assembly. Stay up to date with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in PCBA manufacturing to drive innovation. Minimum Qualifications Bachelors' degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or related field 6+ years of demonstrated PCBA manufacturing experience (or related field), preferably in a high-reliability environment. 3+ years of experience in a people management role Strong track record of and commitment to developing and mentoring people Deep understanding of manufacturing processes and materials used in PCBA manufacturing. Preferred Skills and Experience MS/PhD in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or related field. Experience with PCBA manufacturing for space applications. Experience with setting up and running an SMT line Experience with PCBA inspection techniques, such as X-ray/CT, AOI, flying probe, etc. Experience with PCBA functional testing (software and firmware) and environmental testing for space applications (thermal cycling, vibration, thermal vacuum)