Southwest Research Institute (SwRI)

LEAD ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGIST - SR. ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGIST - Production Focal for Complex Electronics

Southwest Research Institute (SwRI) • $90K — $120K *
San Antonio, TX 78228In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering Technology, Applied Technology, or related field, or 25+ years of relevant experience with high school diploma and certifications.
  • Minimum 6 years experience in assembly and testing of Printed Circuit Board Assemblies (PCBA's).
  • Proficient in troubleshooting PCBA failures.
  • Soldering experience is necessary.
  • Experience in leading teams and managing PCBA production processes.
  • Familiarity with ERP systems and Material Review Boards (MRB).
  • Must have experience using lab test equipment like power supplies, DMMs, and oscilloscopes. A valid driver's license is required.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and coordinate technicians and assemblers in the production of LRU's and test systems.
  • Ensure production meets schedule and budget targets, focusing on low rate, high mix environments.
  • Analyze and set up production flows for complex electronic LRU's and coordinate their production.
  • Perform testing, troubleshooting, and reworking of PCBA's as needed.
  • Interface with suppliers and vendors to manage supply chain issues and maintain production flow.
  • Conduct assembly and testing tasks as part of production processes.
  • Request quotes from suppliers and create purchase orders to support production needs.

Benefits

  • Ability to work in a dynamic production environment with a focus on complex electronic systems.
  • Opportunity to lead and develop a team of technicians and assemblers.
  • Great exposure to problem-solving in a hands-on work setting.
  • On-site position at the SwRI campus in San Antonio, TX, providing stability and local opportunities.
Full Job Description
  • Lead and coordinate technicians/assemblers and work with Management, Program Management, and engineers in the production of LRU's and test systems.
  • Meet schedule and budget targets for production. Typically a low rate, high mix environment.
  • Analyze/ set-up/lay out production flows for complex electronic LRU's and lead/coordinate the production of complex electronic LRU's/systems/sub-systems/test equipment.
  • Tasks will also include testing, trouble shooting and reworking PCBA's.
  • Coordinate with suppliers, vendors, and internal organizations to coordinate and manage issues in the supply chain, inventory, kitting, manufacturing, testing and shipping.
  • This position is on-site at the SwRI San Antonio, TX campus.

  • Lead production, rework, assembly, and test of complex electronic systems/LRU's/ PCBA's.
  • Lead technicians/assemblers through this process.
  • Coordinate with suppliers/vendors and manage parts/components/PCBA's as necessary to keep the factory flow on schedule.
  • Perform assembly and test tasks.
  • Coordinate PCBA component soldering to IPC standards, trouble shoot circuits/PCBA's, and perform test activities.
  • Coordinate with QA.
  • Manage all parts, assemblies, and components for the department.
  • Request quotes from suppliers and create P.O.'s. as needed to support production.
  • Lay out production flows and lead the technicians to meet production schedule and budgets.

  • Requires a Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering Technology, Applied Technology or related Technology degree field . In Lieu of Bachelors degree, 25+ years of related work experience and a high school education or equivalent and continued education/certifications will be considered.
  • Shift work required.
  • 6+ years: Experience in assembly and test of Printed Circuit Board Assemblies (PCBA's). Shown ability to trouble shoot PCBA failures.
  • Soldering experience.
  • Leading others and PCBA production experience. ERP/MRB knowledge. Ability to coordinate with vendors.
  • Experience with lab test equipment (power supplies, DMM, oscilloscopes, etc).
  • A valid/clear driver's license is required.

About Southwest Research Institute (SwRI)

Southwest Research Institute (SwRI) is a non-profit research and development organization headquartered in San Antonio, Texas. The institute was founded in 1947 and has since grown to employ over 3,000 people across multiple locations in the United States. SwRI provides research and development services to a variety of industries, including automotive, aerospace, and energy. The institute's research areas include automation and data systems, chemistry and chemical engineering, and space science and engineering. SwRI has a long history of working with government agencies, including NASA and the Department of Defense, as well as private companies.
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3,000 employees
Industry
Aerospace & Defense
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