Who We Are:

We are a team of engineers and technicians who facilitate space science research through the fabrication of electronic printed circuit boards, cables and wiring harnesses for spacecraft instrumentation, avionics, and electronics. By joining our team, you will received an additional $500.00 in your first paycheck (minus applicable taxes)!

Objectives of this Role:

• Serve as a contributing member to our Fabrication team and function with limited supervision.
• Solder Surface Mount and through hole components to IPC-J-Standard 610.
• Apply your problem-solving skills with excellent troubleshooting and reasoning.
• Implement a meticulous attention to detail.
• Generate Work Instructions and Training Guides and be able to train Junior technicians to these standards.

Daily and Monthly Responsibilities:

• Perform electronic circuit board fabrication to flight aerospace standards.
• Lead forming of electronic parts using hand tools and automated equipment.
• Responsible for set-up, operation and adjustment of automated Surface Mount Component manufacturing equipment and optical inspection equipment.
• Perform regular maintenance and troubleshooting of electronic and mechanical systems.
• Must be able to work to structured work instructions and to document all work performed.
• Correct, update, and generate Division Operating Procedures as needed.
• Operate at a level that meets or exceeds quality and productivity standards for the work area.
• Fabricate, inspect, and monitor in process circuit boards for quality, proper solder paste printing, component placement and solder reflow.
• Strong manual dexterity for use of tools and performing work on small components requiring fine finger manipulation and hand steadiness.
• Work with Process Engineering to develop and qualify new processes and new equipment installations.
• Day shift position with occasional need to work evenings and weekends based on project schedule requirements.
• Follow safety guidelines.
• identify and implement process, machine and fabrication flow improvements.

Requirements:

• Requires a high school diploma or equivalent
• Associates Preferred or courses in PCB Fabrication, Manufacturing Technician or related preferred
• 5+ years: Electronic Circuit Board Assembly; Hand soldering of both surface mount and through hole components
• Ability to understand mechanical and electrical documents including drawings, schematics, and operating manuals
• Strong Computer skills and use of MS Office and/or Linux preferred
• Ability to concentrate for prolonged periods of time and regularly perform work that requires magnification
• 5+ years: Electronic Circuit Board Assembly; Hand soldering of both surface mount and through hole components
• IPC-J-Standard training/certification
• Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) handling/training/certification
• NASA 8739 training/certification
• Experience with Automated manufacturing equipment set-up, operation, maintenance, and repair
• Experience with Automated pick and place and mass reflow processing of printed circuit boards
• Knowledge of standard electronic assembly procedures
• Knowledge of electronic components
• A valid/clear driver's license is required

As required by Executive Order 14042, all SwRI employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, subject to such exceptions as required by law. If selected for employment, you will be required to be vaccinated against COVID-19 and submit documentation of proof of vaccination by December 8, 2021, or before reporting to work with SwRI if after December 8, 2021. SwRI will provide additional information regarding what information or documentation will be needed and how you can request of SwRI a legally required exception from this requirement.