PCBA Subject Matter Expert

PCBA Subject Matter Expert Leoforce•3.0 Naugatuck, CT Job Details $160,000•$200,000 a year 9 hours ago Benefits Relocation assistance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Vision insurance Qualifications IPC 610 Defect resolution root cause analysis Defect rate reduction Materials engineering within manufacturing Production deviation management Manufacturing facility Quality control problem-solving Technical troubleshooting support Product quality failure Chemical engineering Circuit boards Surface mount technology

Full Job Description Experience:

Senior Level Salary:

$160,000•$200,000 per year Job Details•Key Responsibilities Act as the subject matter expert (SME) for PCB and PCBA manufacturing processes Provide hands-on, real-time troubleshooting of manufacturing defects and process issues Partner directly with Production and Engineering teams on the manufacturing floor daily Analyze, diagnose, and disposition non-conformances and quality issues Drive improvements in yield, process stability, and overall product quality Serve as a technical authority on SMT processes and

PCB/PCBA

manufacturing best practices Support continuous improvement initiatives across process, materials, and equipment Required Qualifications 8+ years of direct experience in SMT and

PCB/PCBA

manufacturing environments Strong hands-on background in

PCB/PCBA

production (not design-focused) Deep working knowledge of:

IPC-A-610

(Acceptability of Electronic Assemblies) and

IPC-A-600

(Acceptability of Printed Boards) Proven ability to identify, analyze, and resolve manufacturing defects in real time Experience working on the production floor in a highly technical capacity Strong understanding of process chemistry and materials involved in

PCB/PCBA

manufacturing ITAR eligibility required; experience working in an ITAR-regulated environment is a strong plus

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in EMS (Electronics Manufacturing Services) environments Exposure to high-mix, high-complexity manufacturing Demonstrated ability to influence cross-functional teams without formal authority Strong communication skills with the ability to translate technical findings into actionable improvements What Makes This Role Unique Highly visible, critical-impact SME position Opportunity to drive real-time solutions rather than purely strategic work Deep collaboration with operations, engineering, and leadership Ideal for someone who thrives as a hands-on expert vs. a desk-based engineer A bit about us:•We are seeking a highly technical, hands-on

PCB / PCBA

Process Engineer to join a fast-paced electronics manufacturing environment. This is not a design role—it is a deeply technical, floor-facing position focused on the chemistry, processes, and real-time problem-solving within PCB and PCBA manufacturing. This individual will serve as a go-to expert and "do-er", working side-by-side with Production and Engineering teams to optimize processes, troubleshoot issues, and drive quality and yield improvements. This is a high-visibility role with significant impact across operations. Why join us?•Competitive base salary: $160K•$200K Relocation assistance available (if applicable) Full benefits package (medical, dental, vision, 401k, etc.) Long-term growth within a highly specialized manufacturing environment #manufacturing #process #pcb #electronics-manufacturing #pcba #chemistry #pcba-manufacturing #ipc-a-610 #smt-manufacturing #ipc-a-600 #tier1