Manufacturing Engineer

Are you driven by precision and proud of work that stands the test of time? At UEI, we’re known for delivering rugged, reliable, and high-quality data acquisition and control solutions that perform in the most demanding environments – in particular in the aerospace and defense industries. In this role, the Manufacturing Engineer, supports day-to-day manufacturing operations with a strong focus on printed circuit board assemblies (PCBAs), electronic and electro-mechanical assemblies, and manufacturing support activities. This is a hands-on, execution-focused role that performs troubleshooting, data collection, documentation updates, and process support activities under established procedures and the direction of engineering and operations leadership in a manufacturing and lab environment. The Manufacturing Engineer works under the direction of Operations, Engineering, Quality, and / or Supply Chain leadership to improve yield, throughput, and product quality while supporting new and existing products. 

Responsibilities:

• Collect, analyze, and document manufacturing, test, and quality data for review by engineering and management teams.
• Support continuous improvement activities by assisting with data gathering, observations, and implementation of defined Lean initiatives.
• Perform hands‑on troubleshooting, debug, diagnosis, and repair of electronic assemblies, PCBAs, and electro‑mechanical systems in accordance with established procedures.
• Assist with investigation of electrical, functional, and intermittent PCB‑related issues and support root cause and corrective action efforts under direction.
• Communicate production, test, and quality issues to engineering teams and assist with documentation of findings.
• Draft, update, and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), work instructions, and related manufacturing documentation based on requirements.
• Support the implementation, verification, and documentation of Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) and approved process changes.
• Assist with customer complaints, RMAs, corrective and preventive actions and related investigations as directed.
• Support evaluations of existing processes, layouts, tooling, and test methods used in manufacturing and troubleshooting activities.
• Assist with identification and setup of tooling, fixtures, test equipment, and inspection methods used in manufacturing and troubleshooting activities.
• Collect and maintain defined metrics for yield, throughput, process control, and product performance.
• Support production scheduling discussions by providing status updates and clarifying assigned priorities.
• Partner with Purchasing and Planning to support material, routing, or process updates as directed.
• Support design reviews, process reviews, and production readiness activities by preparing data, documentation, and test results.
• Train and support operations staff by following established training materials and work instructions.
• Communicate technical information, issues, and status updates to engineering, manufacturing, and management teams.
• Provide regular status updates, risks, and performance metrics to management.
• Escalate complex technical issues, non-standard conditions, or process deviations to appropriate personnel.
• Perform additional duties as assigned in support of operations and continuous improvement efforts.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Due to the nature of UEI’s programs and products, applicants must have the legal right to work in the U.S. and additionally must be legally authorized to access export-controlled information and source code.
• 3+ years of experience supporting manufacturing engineering, test engineering, integration, or industrial operations.
• 2+ years of hands-on experience troubleshooting and repairing electronic assemblies. 
• 2+ years of experience with PCB assembly processes including surface-mount and through-hole technologies.
• 2+ years of experience supporting Lean manufacturing, FMEA, DFMA, Six Sigma, and structured problem-solving methodologies.
• Experience supporting operations involving data acquisition, simulation, and embedded control applications. 

Desired Qualifications:

• Associate degree in a technical discipline. Equivalent hands-on experience will also be considered.
• Comfortable performing direct troubleshooting and investigation of electronic assemblies in a manufacturing or lab environment. 
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team-based environment and follow direction in a fast-paced, small company environment.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills. 
• Understanding of ADC / DAC and digital processor circuitry.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, test requirements, and technical specifications. 
• Familiarity with J-STD-001 and IPC-A-610.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 quality systems and documentation requirements.
• Experience supporting PCB troubleshooting, failure analysis, or corrective action activities. 
• Lean, Six Sigma, or PCB manufacturing training or certifications. 
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools. 

To learn more about the business you'll be joining, visit us at www.ueidaq.com