Manufacturing Engineer

At Spectrum Control, most departments operate on a 4-day, 10-hour work schedule in exchange for a 3-day weekend. We offer competitive wages and PTO, plus our benefits begin on day 1 of employment. Come join a workforce where we put you first!Job Description: The Manufacturing Engineer will provide hands-on factory support to find creative solutions for legacy program efficiency improvements and new process integration for new products. The Manufacturing Engineer works closely with production leadership, engineers, and technicians to train production assemblers, develop processes, and create/maintain routers. This engineer reports to production and is responsible for supporting revenue growth as well as new process introduction for cutting-edge hardware in a defense electronics manufacturing environment. Products range from small hybrid assembly to complex box level integrated systems.Compensation Range: The expected compensation range for this position is $90,000 - $130,000 annually.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop, document, and maintain manufacturing processes and routers for solder mount technology (SMT) assembly, die attach and wire bonding operations as well as module assemblyProvide hands-on floor support to troubleshoot process and equipment issues in real timeIdentify and implement continuous improvement initiatives to increase yield, throughput, and first-pass quality on legacy programsSupport new product introduction (NPI) by developing repeatable, producible processes for new hardwareTrain and mentor production assemblers and technicians on process steps, equipment operation, and quality standardsCollaborate with design, quality, and program engineering teams to resolve producibility issues and drive design-for-manufacturability improvementsGenerate and maintain work instructions, process specifications, and travelers in compliance with internal quality systems and customer requirementsSupport root cause and corrective action (RCCA) investigations for process-related nonconformancesParticipate in equipment qualification, process validation, and first article inspection activitiesRequired QualificationsBachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Electrical, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering (or equivalent hands-on experience) or Electrical Engineering Technology degree3 to 5 years’ experience in microelectronics manufacturing setting with an emphasis in SMT and chip and wireStrong hands-on troubleshooting skills and comfort working directly on the production floor. Experience in process implementation and improvement are key.Ability to read and interpret production and engineering CAD drawings, BOMs, and process specificationsStrong communication skills and experience training/mentoring production staffU.S. Person status is required for export-controlled workPreferred SkillsExperience with wire bonding processes (wedge and/or ball bond) and bond pull/shear testingFamiliarity with die attach processes and epoxy selection/curing characteristicsStrong understanding of hand and machine soldering to J-STD-001/IPC-A-610 standards with components down to 0201 as well as BGA and QFNs. IPC certifications (e.g. J-STD-001, IPC-A-610, IPC/WHMA-A-620) is a bonus.Experience with hermetic package assembly and seal processesExperience programming and operating Onyx (or similar) automated solder stationsKnowledge of hermeticity testing (fine/gross leak) and related acceptance criteria and familiarity with hydrogen getter materials and their role in hermetic package moisture controlFamiliarity with common MIL standards and their applicationExperience supporting DoD or aerospace programs and familiarity with AS9100 quality systems as well as ESD protocolsExperience with mechanical environmental screening such as shock, vibration, temperature cycling and burn in6 Sigma CertificationWork Environment / Physical RequirementsRegular presence on the production floor in a controlled/cleanroom-adjacent environmentAbility to use microscopes, temperature plates and fine-motor tools for extended periodsEqual Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesThe contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)Third-Party RecruitersPlease note, that per Spectrum Control Policy, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters unless such recruiters are engaged to provide candidates for a specified opening and in alignment with our values and expectations. Any employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume does so with the understanding that Spectrum Control will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity. If you or your agency are interested in becoming an approved vendor please contact View email address on click.appcast.io. SummaryLocation: Marlborough, MAType: Full time