Senior SMT Engineering Technician - PCB Assembly

Collins Aerospace; Puerto Rico; On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Three weeks of vacation

401(k) plan with employer matching

Job summary

Collins Aerospace is seeking an SMT Engineering Technician in Santa Isabel, PR to provide technical support for surface mount technology manufacturing processes. You will implement, install, program, commission, and optimize equipment used for electronic PCB assembly.

The role involves collaborating with Engineering, Production, Quality, and Maintenance to sustain safe, efficient SMT operations and contribute to new product introductions and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Typically requires HS diploma (or equivalent, e.g. G.E.D in the US) or vocational/ technical education in related discipline with a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience.
• Demonstrated professional or educational experience communicating in English (verbal and written)
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract

Responsibilities

• Support SMT line start-up, daily operation, and new equipment installation
• Create and maintain Pick & Place programs and component libraries
• Configure and optimize AOI/SPI systems and solder paste printing
• Develop and adjust reflow profiles and SMT process parameters
• Perform test runs, first-article inspections, NPIs, and troubleshoot issues
• Analyze defects, conduct root-cause analysis, and drive corrective actions
• Maintain documentation, train operators, and ensure compliance with ESD, safety, and quality standards

Skills

English communication

Onsite work

Team collaboration

Education

HS diploma or GED

Technical electronics degree (preferred)

Tools

Pick & Place programming

AOI/SPI systems

Reflow profile development

Job description

Collins Aerospace is seeking an SMT Engineering Technician in Santa Isabel, PR to provide technical support for surface mount technology manufacturing processes. You will implement, install, program, commission, and optimize equipment used for electronic PCB assembly.

The role involves collaborating with Engineering, Production, Quality, and Maintenance to sustain safe, efficient SMT operations and contribute to new product introductions and continuous improvement.