Lead SMT Process Engineer
Northwood SpaceSpace Infrastructure company
Torrance, United StatesLead
Andreessen Horowitz
Founders Fund
Washington Harbour Partners
Alpine Space Ventures
Balerion Space Ventures
Fulcrum
About the role
TL;DR
Lead SMT Process Engineer to build and scale in-house PCB assembly capability.
- •{"about_the_role": "Northwood Space is building a global network of phased array ground stations for real-time satellite communication.
- •They are seeking a Lead SMT Process Engineer to establish and scale their in-house PCB assembly capability, working cross-functionally to ensure robust and scalable electronics manufacturing.", "key_responsibilities": ["Develop and own the in-house SMT and PCB assembly manufacturing process from prototype through production.", "Define process standards for board assembly, inspection, rework, traceability, quality control, and workmanship.", "Lead the design and buildout of the PCB assembly area, including layout, material flow, and operator flow.", "Specify, source, and implement equipment and infrastructure required for PCB assembly.", "Build and lead the PCB assembly organization, including hiring and developing manufacturing engineers, production supervisors, and technicians."], "requirements": ["Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field.", "6+ years of experience in PCB assembly, SMT process engineering, electronics manufacturing, or related manufacturing roles.", "Experience developing and scaling SMT or PCB assembly processes in a production environment.", "Experience with PCB assembly equipment, inspection methods, and rework processes.", "Strong understanding of ESD controls, electronics manufacturing quality requirements, and operator workflow design."]}
Domain expertise
aerospace
Benefits & perks
equity, comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, flexible spending accounts, flexible time off, 10 or more paid holidays per year, retirement savings plans, opportunities for professional development
Tech stack
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