Huntsville, AR
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Full-time
Posted 10 hours ago
Job description
Title: SMT Process Engineer (Aerospace) Also can have exp. with Circuit Card with Manufacturing
Location: Huntsville, AR
Relocation Assistance: Yes
Reporting to the Operations Manager, the SMT Process Engineer will be responsible for optimizing manufacturing performance and leading the facility and maintenance operations within the aerospace and industrial manufacturing environment. This role focuses on process improvement, equipment reliability, Project Management and team leadership to ensure maximum uptime and operational efficiency.
- Drive process improvements using Lean/Six Sigma; lead root cause analysis
- Oversee facility systems (HVAC, utilities, electrical, mechanical) and ensure compliance
- Implement preventive and predictive maintenance programs to reduce downtime
- Lead and develop maintenance team, track KPIs, and drive performance
- Manage budgets, vendors, and spare parts inventory
- Execute capital projects including equipment installs and facility upgrades
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Process Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Facilities Management or related discipline required.
- Minimum of 3+ years of experience with specialized experience maintaining the efficient operation of Surface Mount Technology equipment
- Minimum of 5+ years of experience managing process engineering and/or facility projects.
- Prior experience leading teams.
- Proficiency in maintenance planning tools.
- Strong understanding of reliability engineering principles.
- Knowledge of regulatory and safety compliance requirements and building/facility systems.
- Strong analytical skills with a focus on process optimization and problem-solving.
- Strong leadership, communication and team-building abilities.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines and work cross-functionally.
Nice to have certifications (not required):
CMRP, Lean Six Sigma, CFM, OSHA 30, PMP
The expected salary depending on the level of experience: 95K-120K + bonus
SMT Process Engineer role isn’t just someone technical—it’s a hybrid of process expert, operations leader, and hands-on problem solver.
Experienced in Surface Mount Technology (SMT) and understands manufacturing at a systems level. electronics manufacturing, ideally in aerospace/defense or other high-reliability environments
- Strong knowledge of:
- SMT lines (pick-and-place, reflow ovens, AOI, SPI, etc.)
- Process optimization methods like Lean manufacturing and Six Sigma
- Comfortable analyzing data, troubleshooting defects, and improving yield and uptime