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K2 Space

SMT Manufacturing Engineer

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$100K - $140K/yr

You will own Surface Mount Technology (SMT) equipment and processes, working closely with ... Bachelor's degree in mechanical, manufacturing, aerospace, materials or other relevant engineering ...

K2 Space

SMT Manufacturing Engineer

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$100K - $140K/yr

You will own Surface Mount Technology (SMT) equipment and processes, working closely with ... Bachelor's degree in mechanical, manufacturing, aerospace, materials or other relevant engineering ...

K2 Space

SMT Manufacturing Engineer

Los Angeles, CA

$100K - $140K/yr

You will own Surface Mount Technology (SMT) equipment and processes, working closely with ... Bachelor's degree in mechanical, manufacturing, aerospace, materials or other relevant engineering ...

Titan Circuits

Manufacturing Engineer

Phoenix, AZ

$70K - $90K/yr

Position Summary The Manufacturing Engineer develops and sustains practical manufacturing methods ... This role supports NPI, production readiness, SMT programming support, routings and work ...

Dean Technology, Inc

SMT Production Supervisor

Addison, TX · On-site

$51K - $70K/yr

The Position will have a dual role as an SMT Manufacturing Engineer as well as the SMT Supervisor. RESPONSIBILITIES: * Run all day-to-day activities on the SMT production line. * Plan, direct and ...

Salcomp Manufacturing USA

SMT Engineer

Arlington, TX · On-site

$70K - $95K/yr

Job Summary The SMT Engineer is responsible for the setup, programming, troubleshooting, and ... Document manufacturing processes, machine setups, and quality control activities. * Train operators ...

Omega EMS

SMT Programmer

San Jose, CA · On-site

$27 - $31/hr

The programmer is responsible for verification of customer's documentation as it pertains to the SMT manufacturing process, and for training new programmers. AOI programming experience is a plus but ...

Omega EMS

SMT Programmer

San Jose, CA · On-site

$27 - $31/hr

The programmer is responsible for verification of customer's documentation as it pertains to the SMT manufacturing process, and for training new programmers. AOI programming experience is a plus but ...

Apidel Technologies

SMT Operator 1st Shift

Westbury, NY

$18 - $24/hr

Work closely with Engineering, Quality, and Production teams to resolve process issues. Maintain ... Work Environment Manufacturing/production floor environment. May require standing for extended ...

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Smt Manufacturing Engineer

CHIRP Robotics Corporation

Torrance, CA

$125K/yr

Full-time

Posted 7 days ago

Job description

CHIRP is looking for an SMT Manufacturing Engineer to take ownership of our PCB production line and grow with us as we scale. This is a production environment; you will be the person who owns how the line runs day to day.


This is not a hands-off, purely supervisory role. You will start by learning and running a single SMT line yourself, including stencil printing, pick-and-place operation, solder reflow, quality analysis, and rework if needed. As we grow, this role will expand to overseeing multiple lines and building out a team of technicians underneath you.


This role is a great fit for someone reliable, hands-on, detail-oriented, and interested in modern electronics manufacturing. Some days may involve basic line setup and troubleshooting, but the broader responsibility is keeping SMT production running smoothly, efficiently, and at high quality as we scale.


The ideal candidate is not just looking to babysit a line and call it a day. We are looking for someone who wants to understand the process end-to-end, catch problems before they become bigger issues, and help improve how the line and eventually the whole floor operates.

There is plenty of room to grow for someone who wants to do more. As we expand from one line to multiple lines, this role will grow into leading process, quality, and a team of technicians who report to you.

Compensation:

$75,000 - $125,000 yearly


Responsibilities:
  • Set up and run the SMT line, including stencil printing, pick-and-place, reflow, and additional machines as we grow.
  • Develop and adjust process parameters (reflow profiles, print settings, placement programs) for new and existing builds
  • Monitor line performance and respond to defects, alarms, and stoppages
  • Inspect parts using AOI and manual methods to ensure quality standards are met
  • Diagnose and correct common SMT defects (bridging, tombstoning, insufficient wetting, shifted components, etc.)
  • Maintain documentation such as work instructions, process travelers, and line setup sheets
  • Manage part inventories, including purchasing BOMs and organizing stored parts
  • Track and report yield, throughput, and quality metrics
  • Keep the work area clean, organized, and safe
  • Communicate issues, tooling problems, quality concerns, or process improvements to the team
  • Perform basic maintenance and upkeep on SMT equipment and supporting tools
  • Set up and qualify additional SMT lines and hire technicians to aid in the manufacturing process

Qualifications:
  • Experience with SMT manufacturing, electronics assembly, or production work
  • Working knowledge of SMT equipment such as pick-and-place, stencil printers, reflow ovens, and AOI/SPI systems
  • Understanding of ESD, humidity, and proper storage/handling requirements for moisture-sensitive and static-sensitive components
  • Familiarity with IPC-A-610 and/or J-STD-001 standards, or willingness to learn them
  • Ability to stay organized while managing a line and multiple priorities
  • Comfortable working around machinery and following safety procedures
  • Good attention to detail
  • Willingness to learn and take ownership of a production area
  • Ability to read BOMs, assembly drawings, and basic PCB documentation
  • Leadership experience and willingness to grow with the role
  • Must be a U.S citizen of green card holder
  • Work on location in Torrance, CA, USA
  • Minimum a BS in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field.

About Company

CHIRP Robotics is a well-funded seed-stage startup operating in stealth mode and based in Torrance, California. The company aims to become a leading U.S. provider of modular intelligence and autonomous systems for a wide range of vehicles and applications. It has an impressive portfolio of patents on the hardware side and IP in software / algorithms. CHIRP’s CEO, a founding member of SpaceX, brings extensive technical expertise, a strong professional network, and significant business leadership experience.