Job Weekend Shift SMTA Process Engineer Specialist

Leidos LLC; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 59,000 - 107,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos Defense Systems Electronics Manufacturing Facility in Huntsville, AL is seeking a 2nd Shift Process Engineer to develop, document, and execute manufacturing processes for electronic products, supporting PCB assembly including SMT and soldering capabilities. Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's or higher degree with 2–4 years of related experience, or a Master's with 0–2 years.

Willingness to train on 1st shift and relocate to North Alabama is required; US citizenship and ability to obtain

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or higher in a relevant field with experience in electronics manufacturing.
• Experience with MES or PLM software is a plus.
• Candidate must be a U.S. citizen and eligible for/maintain a Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Develop, document, and execute manufacturing processes for electronic products.
• Support production of PCB assemblies through SMT, through-hole soldering, and coating processes.
• Create machine programs and oversee manufacturing activities.
• Collaborate with operations, engineering, and quality teams to ensure customer requirements are met.
• Coordinate with production control to meet delivery schedules.

Skills

Leadership

Attention to detail

Independent work

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Master's degree in a relevant field

High School diploma/GED with 4 years of experience

Tools

SMT

Through Hole Selective Soldering

Conformal Coating

PCB Assembly

Job description

Looking for an opportunity to make an impact? At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers’ success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainable. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we do business. Your greatest work is ahead! Leidos' Defense Systems Electronics Manufacturing Facility is seeking a 2nd Shift Process Engineer to join our team to create unique solutions for complex problems. This position will be part of engineering team located in Huntsville AL. If this sounds like the kind of environment where you can thrive, keep reading! Leidos Defense Systems Sector / Manufacturing provides a diverse portfolio of systems, solutions, and services covering land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace for customers worldwide. Solutions for Defense include enterprise and mission IT, large-scale intelligence systems, command and control, geospatial and data analytics, cybersecurity, logistics, training, and intelligence analysis and operations support. Our team is solving the world’s toughest security challenges for customers with "can't fail" missions. Are you ready to make an impact?

Candidate will develop, document, and execute manufacturing processes and procedures for electronic products. Candidate will support production of printed circuit board assemblies through various processes. Processes include SMT, Through Hole Selective Solder, Press fit, Conformal Coating and a variety of other processes related to PCBA manufacturing. Applicant will work with a multi-disciplinary team to develop a wide variety of hardware, and work with the latest automated technology used in assembly and test equipment. Candidate will support tasks such as creating machine programs and overseeing the execution of manufacturing activities. Candidate will be required to work closely with the operations team to complete all details of the assembly, and ultimately to prepare the assembly for delivery to customer. Candidate will also work closely with our manufacturing team including engineering, operations, and quality team to develop processes that validate customer quality requirements. Candidate will work closely with production control to meet desired delivery schedule.

Candidate must have a Bachelors Degree with 2-4 years of prior relevant work experience or a Masters degree with 0-2 years of prior relevant work experience. In lieu of a degree, a High School diploma/GED with 4 years of experience will be considered Candidate will be willing to work weekend shift (Fri-Sun). Must be available to train on 1st shift for month or longer before moving to weekend shift. Hours for weekend days are 6am to 6pm Experience working with any or all of the following: SMT, Through Hole Selective Soldering, and Conformal Coating processes will be considered. Experience with Costpoint Material Planning software and/or Agile/Windchill product lifecycle management software is a plus. Experience in various quality roles is also a plus. Experience in using Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) is also a plus. Candidate must be able to demonstrate strong leadership skills, attention to detail, and ability to work independently. Ability to multi-task well is also essential. Candidate must have experience working with design engineers, manufacturing engineers, and technicians to develop a build strategy and identify any problems that could occur during assembly. Candidate will be required to have the basic computer skills associated with these assembly tasks (such as retrieving the manufacturing documentation from the system, updating the system as router steps are completed, etc.). Candidate must be a resident of the North Alabama area or willing to relocate to the Huntsville - North Alabama, AL area. Candidate must be a US Citizen and possess (and be able to maintain) a Final Secret Clearance OR meet the eligibility to obtain (and maintain) a Secret Clearance.

Preferred candidate will have at least 5 years of manufacturing experience on programs building electronic hardware to government specifications (or similar). Preferred candidate will have experience in the following processes and equipment: ASM pick and place, DEK screen printers, BTU ovens, PVA coating machine, Pillarhouse or JUKI selective solder. If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling.

At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo - because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 - and moving faster than anyone else dares.

Original Posting: September 3, 2026 For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range:

Pay Range $59,150.00 - $106,925.00 The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

Pay and Benefits

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available here.

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Commitment and Diversity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.