Manufacturing Engineer I

Elbit America • Fort Worth, TX

23h

About The Position

The Manufacturing Engineer I – Electronics supports Elbit Systems of America’s electronics production operations, focusing on PCB assemblies, electronic modules, wiring/harness assemblies, and electro-mechanical systems. This role assists with process development, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement of electronic manufacturing processes. This role is suitable for entry-level engineers as well as experienced electronic technicians looking to transition into an engineering role. The engineer will collaborate closely with Quality, Production, Test Engineering, and Design Engineering to ensure high-reliability electronics are built to ESA’s standards and defense-industry requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering Technology, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• 0-2 years of hands-on experience in electronics manufacturing, such as PCB assembly, soldering, SMT operations, cable/harness fabrication, test/repair, or electronic rework.
• Ability to work with electronic components, schematics, work instructions, and quality standards.
• Experience supporting troubleshooting, yield improvement, or process refinement in an electronics environment.
• Knowledge of IPC standards (IPC-A-610, J-STD-001, IPC/WHMA-620).
• Experience with electronics test equipment such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, or functional testers.
• Familiarity with SMT equipment, solder paste printing, reflow processes, or conformal coating.
• Ability to read and interpret schematics, wiring diagrams, and PCB layouts.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems.
• Strong analytical skills with Excel or statistical tools.
• Strong organizational, analytical and communication skills
• Ability to work in a team environment

Nice To Haves

• Experience with CAD or ECAD tools is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support manufacturing of electronic assemblies including PCBs, cable/harness assemblies, and electronic sub-systems.
• Assist in developing, documenting, and improving manufacturing processes, work instructions, and assembly procedures.
• Troubleshoot electronic assembly issues in real time, supporting operators and technicians on the production floor.
• Participate in root cause and corrective action (RCCA) for solder defects, component failures, ESD issues, test failures, and process variances.
• Support implementation and qualification of tooling, fixtures, soldering equipment, and automated assembly equipment.
• Work with Test Engineering to resolve test station issues and improve test yields.
• Analyze production data for trends, process drift, and opportunities for yield improvement.
• Assist with SMT operations, inspections, and process optimization when applicable.
• Help implement Lean, 5S, and continuous improvement initiatives in electronics manufacturing.
• Ensure adherence to IPC, J-STD-001, and ESA quality and regulatory requirements.
• Create and maintain documentation including ECOs, process updates, and training materials.
• Support configuration control and compliance with defense/aerospace standards.

Benefits

• 9/80 schedule, providing every other Friday off
• Competitive compensation & 401(k) program
• Robust medical, dental, vision, & disability coverage with qualified wellness discounts
• Basic Life Insurance and Additional Life & AD&D Insurances are available
• Flexible Vacation & PTO
• Paid Parental Leave
• Generous Employee Referral Program
• Voluntary Benefits Available: Longer Term Care, Legal, Identity Theft, Pet Insurance, and more
• Voluntary Tricare Supplement available for military retirees

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees