SMTA Process Engineer

Leidos Inc; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 73,450 - 132,775; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Health and wellness programs

Paid leave

Retirement plans

Job summary

Leidos Inc is hiring a SMTA Process Engineer for their team in Huntsville, AL. This role involves developing manufacturing processes for electronic hardware, supporting printed circuit board assembly, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree with relevant experience, particularly in SMT processes. Strong skills in leadership and attention to detail are essential for success in this position, which offers a competitive pay range and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 4-8 years of relevant experience or 2-6 years with a Master’s Degree.
• Experience with SMT and production of PCBA.
• Good computer skills for documentation.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute manufacturing processes for electronics.
• Collaborate with teams for assembly and quality requirements.
• Oversee production details and delivery schedules.

Skills

SMT

PTH

Selective soldering

Conformal coating

Costpoint Material Planning

Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES)

Leadership skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Master’s Degree

High-school diploma with 10 years of experience

Tools

Agile/Windchill

ASM pick-and-place

DEK screen printers

BTU ovens

PVA coating machines

Pillarhouse or JUKI selective solder equipment

Job description

Job Overview

Leidos Defense Systems Manufacturing Facility is seeking a SMTA Process Engineer to join our engineering team in Huntsville, AL. The role focuses on creating unique solutions for complex manufacturing challenges and supporting the production of printed circuit board assemblies and related electronic hardware.

Primary Responsibilities

• Develop, document, and execute manufacturing processes and procedures for electronic products.
• Support production of printed circuit board assemblies through SMT, Through Hole Selective Solder, Press fit, Conformal Coating, and other PCBA manufacturing processes.
• Collaborate with a multi‑disciplinary team to develop hardware and work with automated assembly and test equipment.
• Create machine programs and oversee execution of manufacturing activities.
• Work closely with operations to complete assembly details and prepare products for delivery to customers.
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, and quality teams to develop processes that validate customer quality requirements.
• Coordinate with production control to meet desired delivery schedules.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree with 4‑8 years of relevant experience or Master’s Degree with 2‑6 years of experience. In lieu of a degree, a high‑school diploma with 10 years of experience may be considered.
• Experience with SMT, PTH, selective soldering, and conformal coating processes.
• Proficiency with Costpoint Material Planning or Agile/Windchill product lifecycle management software is a plus.
• Experience in quality roles and use of Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) is a plus.
• Strong leadership skills, attention to detail, and ability to work independently and multi‑task.
• Experience working with design engineers, manufacturing engineers, and technicians to develop build strategies and identify potential assembly issues.
• Basic computer skills for manufacturing documentation retrieval and system updates.
• Resident of the North Alabama area or willing to relocate to Huntsville‑North Alabama.
• U.S. Citizen with current Final Secret Clearance or eligibility to obtain/maintain a Secret Clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• At least 5 years of manufacturing experience on government‑specification electronic hardware programs.
• Experience with ASM pick‑and‑place, DEK screen printers, BTU ovens, PVA coating machines, Pillarhouse or JUKI selective solder equipment.
• Experience with software that maintains bills of materials and other engineering design data.
• Experience with electronics used on launch vehicles, targets, or missile components, and production of cable harnesses, electronics, and electromechanical assemblies.
• Additional quality role experience.
• Use of Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES).

Pay and Benefits

Pay Range: $73,450.00 – $132,775.00

Benefits include competitive compensation, health and wellness programs, income protection, paid leave, and retirement plans.

Commitment to Non‑Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, disability, 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 qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.