Job Opportunities

We Currently have openings for the following positions:

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Engineering

Manufacturing Engineer

Job Summary

The Manufacturing Engineer develops and implements optimal, cost-effective manufacturing processes and methods in accordance with product specifications and quality standards; recommends and implements improvements to production processes (including contract manufacturers), methods and controls; and coordinates manufacturing launch for new or revised products. The ideal candidate is a hands-on, creative thinker who can rally a team to meet deadlines and revenue goals.

Essential Duties and Functions

• Evaluate manufacturing processes by conducting research; applying knowledge of product design, fabrication, assembly, tooling and materials; conferring with equipment vendors; and soliciting observations from operators.
• Develop and maintain production procedures to ensure high standard of manufacturing operations, product quality, reliability, cost control and safety. Perform process improvement and employee training.
• Develop and implement manufacturing methods and techniques, such as Lean, Kanban, 5S, and DFM and lead the waste reduction efforts in the Manufacturing area.
• Estimate production cost and effect of product design changes for management review.
• Work with cross-functional teams in Engineering, Sales, Quality, Inventory Control and Production departments to ensure coordination of manufacturing activities and provide solutions to problems.
• Develop work center standards, manage job variances, and optimize production workflow to improve BOOs (bill of operations) costs.
• Perform source inspections (both metal and PCB); and vendor approval/qualifications.
• Manage Contract Manufacturing activities - process controls; kit delivery, supply chain, training, etc.
• Perform Capacity Requirements Planning by work center and test. Perform DFM and DFT for New Product design reviews.
• Help develop assembly instructions and time standards as required.
• Initiate actions to prevent any non-conformance, and document all activities as required.
• Prepare product and process reports by analyzing/summarizing information and trends.
• Maintain product and company reputation by complying with government regulations.

Qualifications

• Five years of experience as a Production Manager, Manufacturing Engineer or similar position. BSEE preferred.
• Knowledge of RF products is a plus, but electronic manufacturing experience is a must.
• Knowledge and understanding of ISO 9001 and IPC class 3 soldering process and techniques is required.
• Knowledge of PCB fabrication, assembly process, machine shop and sheet metal forming is required.
• Ability to read and understand technical and non-technical documents as they relate to contracts, product design and manufacture.
• Effectively interface in English with technical and non-technical personnel.
• Broad ranging and effective PC skills, including Microsoft Office suite.
• Must be familiar with ERP systems, shop floor and statistical process control, work order modules, and capacity planning.
• Preferred experience: with Vantage; Lean Manufacturing and Six-Sigma; light fixturing and prototype capability.

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Senior PCB Designer

Job Summary

The Senior PCB Designer conceptualizes and designs layouts for printed circuit board (PCB) assemblies for RF amplifiers and related equipment. He/she creates and documents cost-effective designs that are easy to produce in a timely manner.

Essential Functions

• Collaborates with RF, Mechanical, and Digital Engineers to conceptualize and produce detailed PCB designs for RF amplifiers, digital circuits and the combination of RF and digital assemblies.
• Interfaces with customers and vendors, as well as with internal engineering and manufacturing departments as necessary to produce appropriate PCB designs.
• Creates new component library parts and symbols for PCB designs.
• Creates ECOs and performs sustaining engineering in support of current designs in production.
• Load Bills of Material for designs into the database in a timely manner.
• Prepares for and participates in design reviews.
• Implements DFM in conjunction with manufacturing engineering.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 10 years’ experience in PCB Design is required, preferably in conjunction with RF design principles.
• Advanced understanding of CAD design tools, specifically Mentor PADS and its auto-routing utility.
• Ability to design multi-layer PCBs using simulation tools to phase-match and impedance control of high speed data.
• Experience and skill with design of multi-layer boards, combining high-power RF and digital control.
• Strong knowledge of RF design principles (layout, shielding, etc.) as it relates to mechanical packaging systems.
• Strong knowledge of electronic, electrical, and mechanical design techniques.
• Ability to give meaningful presentations to design teams.
• Ability to use Word, Excel, Visio and Adobe software programs to a level of professional proficiency. Able to produce professional Engineering reports including introductions, conclusions and recommendations.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills that clearly convey information and ideas. Ability to communicate well in English cross-functionally in a professional manner.

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