**In this role, you will**:
- Lead and Mentor a team of engineers to Develop and Validate various PCB (Printed Circuit Board) assembly processes (SMT and Through-hole). Includes Component Prep, Taping, Soldering Process Development (hand, wave, and selective soldering), Supporting Documentation, Box Build Instructions and Packaging for all assemblies.
- Ensure the proper development of SMT (Surface Mount Technology) re-flow and wave solder temperature profiles and make the necessary adjustments to obtain acceptable solder connections per IPC-A-610 with excellent repeatability and reproducibility of manufacturing processes.
- Develop and maintain technical roadmap for PCBA (Printed Circuit Board Assembly) product lines.
- Encourage and coach continuous improvement/ green belt projects that improve tooling, jigs and fixtures, that improve product manufacturability for manufacturing processes.
- Manage multiple projects and priorities in a teamwork environment while performing job functions in a timely manner.
- Interfaces with Design Engineering to improve product designs and manufacturability
- Program, interpret, analyze and provide corrective action for SPI/AOI/ICT and related inspection/ test data.
- Provides documentation and technical presentations as required.
- Performs other duties as assigned or required.
**Required Education, Experience, & Skills**
- Must be an American citizen or green card holder.
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechanical related Engineering.
- Familiarity with electronic manufacturing processes (SMT, PTH, Potting, Coating, X-Ray, AOI, etc.)
- Understanding of Industry Standards for CCA, Module and box assembly requirements including IPC, J-STD
- Experience with Six Sigma, and LEAN practices.
- 7+ years of experience in the deployment and troubleshooting of PCB / CCA manufacturing processes.
- Experience in managing projects and capital.
- Must be able to read and Interpret Circuit Board Schematics, Module Box Assembly Drawings and Define Manufacturing steps to meet all requirements
- Experience Generating Manufacturing Work Instructions
- Must have time study, labor standard, routing and lean manufacturing experience
- Non-conformance processing (i.e., defect disposition, cause and corrective action, etc.)
- Experience Programming and operating manufacturing equipment
- Defect Trend Analysis and Root Cause Assignable Cause and Corrective Action
- Hands on experience with automated soldering, wiring concepts, torque, epoxy bonding, and other electronics assembly processes
**Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills**
- Six Sigma Black Belt experience preferred.
- Hands-on experience with Europlacer pick and place platforms preferred.
- Prior experience leading formal or informal teams to reach key business metrics or objectives is preferred.
**Pay Information**
Full-Time Salary Range: $99200 - $168600
Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
**About BAE Systems Electronic Systems**
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts - defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference. Electronic Systems (ES) is the global innovator behind BAE Systems' game-changing defense and commercial electronics. Exploiting every electron, we push the limits of what is possible, giving our customers the edge and our employees opportunities to change the world. Our products and capabilities can be found everywhere - from the depths of the ocean to the far