Junior SMT Technology Engineer

Location: Beit Shean (IL)

Description

DRS RADA is a global pioneer of RADAR systems for active military protection, counter-drone applications, critical infrastructure protection, and border surveillance.

We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Junior SMT Process Engineer to join our team.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day engineering support for SMT production lines.
• Monitor and optimize SMT manufacturing processes to ensure high quality, yield, and productivity.
• Investigate and resolve process-related issues through root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Support New Product Introduction (NPI) activities, including process development, validation, and production readiness.
• Develop, update, and maintain process documentation, work instructions, and manufacturing procedures.
• Analyze production data and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce defects.
• Support process qualification, equipment validation, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Work with SMT equipment, including solder paste printers, pick-and-place machines, reflow ovens, SPI, AOI, and X-Ray inspection systems.
• Collaborate with Production, Quality, Maintenance, Manufacturing Engineering, and R&D teams to resolve manufacturing challenges.
• Ensure compliance with IPC standards, ESD requirements, company procedures, and safety regulations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Materials Engineering Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering
• Up to two years of experience in a manufacturing environment. Recent graduates with relevant academic projects or internships are encouraged to apply.
• Basic knowledge of SMT manufacturing processes is an advantage.
• Familiarity with PCB assembly processes is preferred.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Good written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of IPC-A-610 and J-STD-001 standards.
• Familiarity with AOI, SPI, X-Ray inspection systems, and reflow profiling.
• Understanding of Lean Manufacturing, SPC, FMEA, DOE, 8D, and Root Cause Analysis methodologies.
• Experience with MES and ERP systems is an advantage.
• Experience in a high-mix, low-volume manufacturing environment is an advantage.