Senior Process Engineer
About the role
Elbit America is a leading provider of high-performance products, system solutions, and support services focusing on the defense, homeland security, commercial aviation, and medical instrumentation markets. The Senior Process Engineer will lead and optimize manufacturing processes for circuit card assemblies (CCA) within a defense industry environment.
Responsibilities
- Process Development & Optimization: Design, implement, and improve processes for circuit card assembly, including SMT, wave/selective soldering, bonding/staking, and conformal coating.
- Quality & Compliance: Ensure adherence to IPC-A-610, J-STD-001, and MIL standards for defense electronics.
- Continuous Improvement: Utilize Lean, Six Sigma, and root cause analysis to reduce defects and improve yield.
- Technical Support: Provide hands-on support to production teams for troubleshooting and process-related issues.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with Design Engineering to ensure manufacturability of new products.
- Data Analysis & Reporting: Monitor key process metrics and generate reports for management.
Qualifications
A bachelor’s degree in mechanical, electrical, manufacturing engineering, or related field (Master's preferred), with a minimum 6+ years of relevant experience or equivalent experience: minimum 10+ years of hands-on experience in electronics manufacturing and process engineering, specifically in circuit card assembly, may be considered in lieu of a degree.
- Strong knowledge of IPC standards (IPC-A-610, J-STD-001) and defense/aerospace requirements.
- Proficiency in SMT equipment, soldering techniques, and automated optical inspection (AOI).
- Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and process validation.
- Familiarity with ERP/MES systems and data-driven decision-making.
Skills
- Skilled in operating/programming/troubleshooting FUJI pick and place machines or similar high-speed/high-precision platforms.
- Proficient in programming Koh Young 3D SPI and AOI inspection systems.
- Strong understanding of the wash process required for circuit cards in the aerospace industry.
- Experience with conformal coating, potting, and ruggedization for defense applications.
- Knowledge of thermal profiling and reflow soldering optimization.
- Ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Proficiency in CAD tools for process and fixture design.
Travel/Physical Requirements
Must be a U.S. citizen and eligible to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation & 401(k) program to plan for your future
- Robust medical, dental, vision, & disability coverage with qualified wellness discounts
- Basic Life Insurance and Additional Life & AD&D Insurances are available
- Flexible Vacation & PTO
- Paid Parental Leave
- Generous Employee Referral Program
- Voluntary Benefits Available: Longer Term Care, Legal, Identity Theft, Pet Insurance, and more
- Voluntary Tricare Supplement available for military retirees