JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provide hands-on technical support for PCBA and RF/microwave products during production, ensuring smooth manufacturing operations.
- Assist with troubleshooting and root cause analysis of PCBA and RF-related production issues, including yield losses, test failures, and product deviations.
- Support hardware/software debugging of digital logic, embedded systems, and mixed-signal interfaces.
- Support Low-Rate Initial Production (LRIP) and transition to consistent production.
- Perform engineering work and applied research with Test Equipment group to ensure quality standards and functional objectives are met.
- Collaborate with design engineering teams to influence DFM (Design for Manufacturability) and DFT (Design for Test) practices.
- Support process improvement efforts to enhance product performance, reduce costs, and increase throughput.
- Provide hands-on engineering guidance and real-time problem-solving within a fast-paced production environment.
- Monitor yields, test margin and resolution of technical issues impacting production.
- Investigate complex problems involving the design and production of complex digital, RF, and baseband communications hardware (Digital, RF, and analog circuitry).
- Assist with problem containment and structured root cause & corrective action investigations.
JOB REQUIREMENTS AND MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor of Science (BS) degree or higher in Electrical Engineering from an accredited university.
- Minimum of 4 years of relevant experience supporting a production environment.
- Experience in the design, production and test of microwave communications hardware and assemblies.
- Strong knowledge of PCB-level debugging, embedded systems, and hardware/software integration.
- Excellent troubleshooting, data analysis, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to collaborate across functional teams with a proactive approach to addressing technical challenges on the production floor.
- Excellent written and spoken communication skills.
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:
- Experience in aerospace, defense, automotive, or industrial electronics industries.
- This position crosses the boundaries between Engineering and Operations – Expertise in both domains is desired.
CesiumAstro considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills. Full-time employment offers include company stock options and a generous benefits package including health, dental, vision, HSA, FSA, life, disability and retirement plans.
Please note: CesiumAstro does not accept unsolicited resumes from contract agencies or search firms. Any unsolicited resumes submitted to our website or to CesiumAstro team members will be considered property of CesiumAstro, and we will not be obligated to pay any referral fees.