Manufacturing Process Engineer - Conformal Coating

$68,900 - $124,550/Yr

Leidos - Huntsville, AL

Full-time - Mid Level

Huntsville, AL

10,001+ employees

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

Leidos is seeking a Manufacturing Process Engineer specializing in Conformal Coating to join a diverse team focused on creating innovative solutions for complex problems. This role involves the application of conformal coating processes, both automated and manual, on printed circuit board assemblies (PCBAs) and subassemblies. The engineer will be responsible for trials, process improvements, and collaboration with manufacturing operations to enhance product quality and cost-effectiveness.

Responsibilities

• Apply conformal coating using automated or manual dispensing methods.
• Design and implement coatings on PCBAs or subassemblies.
• Conduct trials and experiments to support customer requirements and engineering activities.
• Develop and recommend new processes to improve cost-effectiveness and product quality.
• Create and set operating equipment specifications.
• Assist manufacturing operations in problem-solving related to equipment and systems.
• Develop, document, and execute manufacturing processes and procedures for coating and dispensing systems.
• Create and maintain preventative maintenance and calibration procedures for new equipment.

Requirements

• BS degree in engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited university with 4 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience in conformal coating processes and equipment, particularly with Asymtek, PVA, SCS, and automated coating machines.
• Ability to provide Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM) estimates and Basis of Estimate (BOE) documents.
• Experience with Costpoint Material Planning software and/or Agile product lifecycle management software is a plus.
• Experience in various quality roles and using Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) is also a plus.
• Strong leadership skills, attention to detail, and ability to work independently.
• Experience working with design engineers, manufacturing engineers, and technicians to develop build strategies.

Nice-to-haves

• At least 5 years of manufacturing engineering experience on programs designing and building electronic hardware to government specifications.
• Experience with software that maintains bills of materials and engineering design data.
• Experience with electronics used on launch vehicles, targets, or missile components, and production of cable harnesses and electromechanical assemblies.
• Current or prior certification to IPC/WHMA-A-610 & J-STD-001.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Health and wellness programs
• Life protection
• Paid leave
• Retirement plans