• Surface Mount Technology (SMT) Technician

    BAE Systems (Fort Walton Beach, FL)


    Job Description

    We are seeking an experienced Surface Mount Technology (SMT) Operator to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for operating and maintaining our SMT line, including programming, setup, troubleshooting, and daily production support. If you have a strong background in SMT operations and a passion for quality and efficiency, we encourage you to apply.

    Key Responsibilities:

    o Program and optimize equipment for production runs to ensure efficient and high-quality production.

    o Perform visual verification and process setup validation to confirm correct placement, alignment, and solder paste application prior to production.

    o Monitor line performance and troubleshoot quality or equipment issues to minimize downtime and ensure product quality.

    o Ensure proper material loading, feeder setup, and stencil alignment to prevent errors and defects.

    o Operate our SMT line, including setup, programming, troubleshooting, and daily production support to meet production targets and quality standards.

    Required Education, Experience, & Skills

    5 years of hands-on experience operating a full SMT line, with a proven track record of efficiency and quality.

    Strong working knowledge of:

    Stencil printing and solder paste application.

     

    Pick-and-place programming and operation.

     

    Reflow profiling and temperature control.

    Familiarity with:

    SMT components and their handling.

     

    Feeder setup and management.

     

    PCB assembly processes and quality control.

    Ability to:

    Read and interpret assembly drawings, work instructions, and bills of materials.

     

    Analyze problems and implement effective solutions.

     

    Work effectively in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities.

     

    Excellent organizational and communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.

     

    Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

     

    Experience with the following equipment: Speedline Solder Paste Machine, Hanwha Pick and Place Machines, Simplimatic Conveyers, Juki selective solder, AquaStorm CCA cleaner.

     

    IPC-A-610 certification.

     

    Experience with Automated Optical Inspection and Solder Paste Inspection systems.

     

    Pay Information

     

    Full-Time Salary Range: $45978 - $73564

     

    Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

     

    Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20 hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.

     

    Surface Mount Technology (SMT) Technician

    116602BR

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