Apex Technology Inc

Senior Manufacturing Engineer, Production Automation

Los Angeles · Senior · Full-time

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 26 days ago

Project ManagementSupply ChainProcess ImprovementERPCadenceMedical DevicesLeadershipCommunicationCollaborationLean Manufacturing

About the role

As the line matures, this role will have the opportunity to grow into a leadership position with a team of manufacturing engineers.

Own the end-to-end development of a new production line, from process architecture definition through full rate production
Design, specify, procure, and integrate automated manufacturing equipment, including SMT, pick-and-place, reflow, inspection, and associated material handling and test systems
Develop process flows, work instructions, and tooling to support a highly automated, low-touch production environment
Partner with design engineering to drive DFM/DFA feedback early in the product development cycle, ensuring manufacturability, testability, and yield at scale
Lead process qualification, first article inspection, and validation activities to bring the line from prototype through production release
Define and drive key production metrics including first pass yield, cycle time, takt time, and line utilization, and execute continuous improvement efforts against them
Troubleshoot complex process, equipment, and quality issues on the production floor, and lead root cause and corrective action investigations
Develop the hiring plan, training materials, and operational cadence needed to grow and sustain the line as throughput scales
Collaborate with cross-functional teams across production, quality, supply chain, and test to resolve manufacturing issues and support new product introductions
Let's build something extraordinary together.

U.S. Persons status is required as this position needs to access export-controlled data
Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Aerospace, Manufacturing, Electrical, Industrial, or related field)
Demonstrated experience standing up a new production line or major production capability from the ground up, including equipment selection, process development, and ramp to rate
Strong working knowledge of automated electronics assembly processes, including SMT, pick-and-place, reflow soldering, AOI, and ICT/functional test integration
Proven track record of implementing process improvements that resulted in measurable gains in quality, efficiency, or cost reduction
Ability to operate effectively in fast-paced, hardware-intensive environments with a high degree of ambiguity
Experience specifying, procuring, and commissioning capital equipment for electronics or precision assembly lines
Experience in spacecraft, launch vehicle, or other high-reliability aerospace manufacturing
Experience scaling a production line from new product introduction to rate production
Familiarity with IPC standards (IPC-A-610, J-STD-001) and high-reliability electronics workmanship requirements

Your dream desk setup and all the tools you need to be your most productive self
World-class Playa Vista office with the benefit of in-person collaboration with amazing coworkers and flexibility to integrate work and life

Comprehensive PTO package to reset and recharge - starting at 15 days vacation, growing to 20+ days annually, plus 10 paid holidays

Shared upside: Receive equity in Apex, letting you benefit from the work you create
Best-in-class healthcare: 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision for you and your dependents, plus $100k life insurance at no cost
Comprehensive PTO package to reset and recharge - starting at 15 days vacation, growing to 20+ days annually, plus 10 paid holidays
8 weeks paid parental leave plus childcare reimbursement up to $350/day for work-related travel
7+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering within aerospace, electronics, medical device, automotive, or other complex hardware environments

Spacecraft represent the most pressing unmet need across the entire aerospace industry.
As more launch vehicles come online and the cost to orbit decreases, more companies launching payloads to space continue to emerge.
For the first time in history, this influx of payload companies combined with reduced launch costs has resulted in a massive increase in need for commercial spacecraft platforms, known as satellite buses.
These buses hold the payloads of our customers and are flown on launch vehicles.
Apex manufactures these satellite buses at scale using a combination of software, vertical integration, and hardware that is designed for manufacturing.
ranging from earth observation to communications and more.
We'd love for you to join us on our mission of providing humankind access to the galaxy beyond our planet.

Apex Technology, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Candidates and employees are always evaluated based on merit, qualifications, and performance. We will never discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, national origin, ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability, or any other legally protected status.
Apex Technology, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Candidates and employees are always evaluated based on merit, qualifications, and performance.

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