Manufacturing Process Engineer (Electronics Manufacturing)

Position Overview

Ultimate Staffing Services is actively seeking a Manufacturing Process Engineer specializing in PCBA (Printed Circuit Board Assembly) to join their client's team. This role is located in a dynamic manufacturing environment and offers an exciting opportunity to lead and optimize production processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead full SMT line setup, including solder paste printing, 3D SPI control, reflow profiling (vacuum/nitrogen), AOI tuning, X-ray validation, and electrical test integration.
• Optimize thermal PCB processes, including heavy copper, metal-core, and high-current assemblies.
• Establish process controls for Flying Probe electrical validation and functional testing.
• Drive yield improvement, scrap reduction, and cycle-time optimization.
• Develop PFMEA, control plans, DOE, SPC/CPK strategies.
• Design and implement scalable box-build manufacturing flow for complete electronic subsystems.
• Develop mechanical assembly processes, including torque control, harness integration, connectorization, and enclosure assembly.
• Establish ruggedization processes, including conformal coating, potting, sealing, and environmental protection.
• Define functional test protocols for integrated subsystems.
• Support builds of aerospace control modules, defense electronics assemblies, industrial power systems, medical device subsystems, and high-performance lighting modules.
• Ensure full material traceability and serialized tracking at the subsystem level.
• Ensure compliance with IPC Class 2/3 standards.
• Support and maintain ISO 9001 certification.
• Drive readiness for AS9100 (Aerospace), IATF 16949 (Automotive), and ISO 13485 (Medical).
• Collaborate with Quality on audits, corrective actions, and documentation control.
• Establish validated manufacturing processes suitable for regulated markets.
• Lead NPI builds and process validation for new product introductions.
• Evaluate and implement new equipment, tooling, automation, and production upgrades.
• Oversee thermal profiling, stencil design, panelization optimization, and assembly fixturing.
• Train and mentor operators and technicians on advanced manufacturing controls.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in EMS/PCB-A manufacturing.
• Extensive hands-on SMT setup experience (SPI, AOI, reflow profiling, X-ray validation).
• Experience with Flying Probe or ICT testing environments.
• Experience implementing or managing box-build and subsystem integration lines.
• Strong knowledge of thermal PC processes.
• BS in Electrical, Mechanical, or Manufacturing Engineering.

Required Work Hours

Monday - Friday, 1st shift

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance

Additional Details

Salary Range: $100,000 - $130,000 per year

Travel Time: Around 0%

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.