Manufacturing Engineer

Title: Manufacturing Engineer

Segment:   Voyager Space - Technology (Space Micro)

Location:  San Diego, CA

Job Type: Full Time  - 100% Onsite

Relocation Eligible: No

Company Description: Voyager Space is dedicated to building a better future for humanity in space and on Earth. With over 35 years of spaceflight heritage and over 2,000 successful missions, Voyager is powering the commercial space revolution. Voyager delivers exploration, technology, and defense solutions to a global customer base that includes civil and national security agencies, commercial companies, academic and research institutions, and more.

Job Description:

We are seeking a highly skilled Manufacturing Engineer with expertise in PCBA manufacturing, reflow soldering, and PCBA workflow. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in reviewing the design of basic PCB boards, components, pads, and pad positioning. They should be familiar with both automated processes and hand-done soldering, which requires attention to detail and precision. Experience with solder masks, FMEA, lean manufacturing/six sigma methodologies, and Design for Manufacturing Assembly (DFMA) is essential.

Responsibilities: 

• Oversee the PCBA manufacturing process, ensuring high-quality standards and efficiency.
• Perform reflow soldering and manage the workflow for both automated and hand-done soldering processes.
• Review and analyze PCB designs, components, pads, and pad positioning to optimize manufacturing processes.
• Implement and maintain solder masks to ensure proper soldering and component placement.
• Conduct Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA) to identify and mitigate potential risks in the manufacturing process.
• Apply lean manufacturing and six sigma principles to improve process efficiency and reduce waste.
• Utilize single piece flow and visual management processes to enhance production workflows.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including design, quality, and production, to ensure seamless integration of manufacturing processes.
• Provide technical support and training to production staff on PCBA manufacturing and soldering techniques.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, preferably mechanical, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience with PCBA workflows.
• Strong knowledge of DFMA, FMEA, lean manufacturing, and six sigma methodologies.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Familiarity with single piece flow and visual management processes.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and communicate technical information clearly.
• Experience in the aerospace or electronics industry is a plus.

Salary Range: $85,000 - $125,000/year

Voyager Space - Technology (Space Micro) offers a comprehensive, total compensation package, which includes competitive salary, a discretionary annual bonus plan, paid time off (PTO), a comprehensive health benefit package, retirement savings, wellness program, and various other benefits. When you join our team, you’re not just an employee; you become part of a dynamic community dedicated to innovation and excellence.

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

 Voyager Space - Technology (Space Micro) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. 

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The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe the general content and requirements for performance of this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter the scope of work within the framework of this job description at any time without prior notice.