Manufacturing Engineer

Apollo Professional Solutions; McKinney (TX); On-site; USD 84,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Apollopros is hiring a Manufacturing Process Engineer in McKinney, TX, onsite. You will support RF microelectronic component assembly in cleanroom and non-cleanroom environments, performing hands-on problem solving and process improvements in a fast-paced facility.

The role requires a STEM degree and at least 5 years of relevant experience, with expertise in SPC, DOE, RCCA, and Minitab. Expect collaboration across teams and adherence to cleanroom protocols in a 24/7 operation.

Qualifications

• Quantitative problem solving and data analysis using SPC/DOE.
• Experience with data analysis and cross-functional communication.
• Hands-on experience with RF microelectronics manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Support RF radiator, circulator, and lid manufacturing in a high‑volume setting.
• Implement material and process improvements and perform root cause analysis.
• Collaborate with product, quality, reliability, and manufacturing teams.

Skills

Statistical Process Control (SPC)

Design of Experiments (DOE)

Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA)

Root cause analysis

Minitab

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Tools

Minitab

Job description

Manufacturing Process Engineer
McKinney, Texas Onsite 1st Shift / Day Shift
Monday through Friday
Start time between 6:00 AM and 8:00 AM
Potential 9/80 schedule
Flexibility in start times may be required due to production demand in a high-volume, 24/7 operation.
Domestic travel required $74.10/hr

Position Summary

Manufacturing Process Engineer Support manufacturing processes for RF microelectronic component assembly in cleanroom and non-cleanroom environments. Perform hands‑on problem solving in a collaborative, fast‑paced manufacturing environment. Develop and implement material and process improvements. Provide production support using analytical methods including statistical process control, predictive equipment maintenance, material analysis, and root cause analysis. Evaluate materials, equipment, and processes, including qualification, acceptance testing, and specification development. Work with internal and external suppliers to resolve technical issues. Support both advanced automation and mature production processes.

Responsibilities

Support RF Radiator, Circulator, and Lids manufacturing operations in a high‑volume, high‑mix production environment. Respond to equipment, process, material, and product issues on‑site.

• Adhesive dispensing
• Adhesive screen printing
• Component placement
• Automated curing in batch and inline ovens
• Optical inspection

Collaborate with product, quality, reliability, and manufacturing engineers.

Develop and implement: Material improvements Process improvements Production support solutions

Apply:

• Statistical Process Control (SPC)
• Experimental design techniques
• Material analysis
• Mechanical design analysis
• Root cause analysis

Spend up to 8+ hours per day in a cleanroom environment while following cleanroom and ESD procedures.

Required Qualifications

U.S. citizenship required. Degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) field. Minimum 5 years of relevant experience. Experience with technical writing, presentations, and communication across cross‑functional teams. Hands‑on experience with automated machines used in the RF microelectronics industry. Experience identifying key process parameters and implementing process controls. Experience working with military and industry standards and engineering data packages, including product drawings. Experience performing data analysis using statistical methods and software such as Minitab.

• Statistical Process Control (SPC)
• Design of Experiments (DOE)
• Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA)

• Surface Mount Technology (SMT) Microelectronics Automated assembly equipment

Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment. Proven project leadership experience. Technical writing experience for:

• Operator instructions
• Process qualification reports
• Material qualification reports
• Equipment vendor statements of work

Experience solving technical problems using data‑driven methodologies.

Preferred Qualifications

• J-STD-001
• MIL-STD-883
• MIL-PRF-38534
• AS9100
• IPC standards

• Screen printing
• Epoxy dispensing
• Epoxy curing operations

• MRSI equipment
• Kurtz Ersa equipment
• Palomar equipment
• Hesse equipment
• Similar manufacturing equipment

Proven root cause and corrective action (RCCA) project completion experience. Process development and qualification experience.