Monolithic Microwave Integrated Circuit (MMIC) Manufacturing Engineer (Associate or Mid-Level)

Monolithic Microwave Integrated Circuit (MMIC) Manufacturing Engineer (Associate or Mid-Level)

Company:

The Boeing Company

Production Engineering organization within Boeing Space Electronics is seeking a Monolithic Microwave Integrated Circuit (MMIC) Manufacturing Engineer (Associate or Mid-Level) who will support board‑level assembly and test processes for MMIC-based modules, from equipment setup and programming to troubleshooting and continuous improvement of production equipment used in module build-up. This includes ensuring smooth production workflows, minimizing downtime, optimizing machine performance, and achieving high‑quality, high‑reliability production standards.

This position will be based out of El Segundo, CA.

Position Responsibilities:

• Establish procedures, standards, protocols, and reporting requirements for board assembly and test operations.

• Utilize lean manufacturing tools; recommend improvements in production methods, standards, tooling, equipment, layout, procedures, product designs, and performance efficiency.

• Support engineering and manufacturing activities for all assembly operations including programming, calibrating, and operating equipment and machines used to build MMIC modules.

• Develop preventive maintenance plans, troubleshoot, and support repairs on production equipment.

• Design and modify tooling, stencils, and shop aids for assembly processes (dispense fixtures, bond frames, custom pallets).

• Develop rework/repair thermal and bonding profiles for rework and repair of electronic assemblies.

• Configure and optimize production equipment and process recipes for building electronics assemblies and support requirements for new designs.

• Maintain build schedule targets by resolving production issues while maintaining the integrity of manufacturing and design requirements.

• Facilitate a close relationship with design, test, and quality teams during design, build, and test to provide continuous feedback required for design improvement and producibility.

• Develop and execute Statistical Process Control (SPC) for manufacturing processes and maintain manufacturing metrics (yield, DPPM, cycle time).

• Work with the design team in response to manufacturing problems, parts obsolescence, and requirement changes.

• Support the transition of products from development to volume production and identify continuous improvement opportunities for yield, performance, and cost.

• Support incoming inspection, nonconformance disposition, and supplier interactions for components and materials used in assembly.

• Additional responsibilities to include supporting the following:

  • DAP (dispense and pick) systems

  • Pick-and-place machines

  • Dispensing systems (solder paste / adhesive / conductive)

  • Plasma cleaning / activation systems

  • Automatic ball-bond and automatic wedge-bond machines

  • Beam‑lead diode bonder and manual wedge bonders

  • Centrifuge for potting/adhesive processing

  • Pull‑test equipment and force gauges

  • Optical inspection and functional test fixtures

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited course of study in Engineering, Engineering Technology (including Manufacturing Engineering Technology), Materials Science, Physics, Mathematics, Data Science, or Computer Science

• At least 1 year of experience with circuit card and/or electronics manufacturing

• Experience reading and interpreting engineering documents and drawings

• Experience with data analysis tools

• Experience with root cause corrective analysis

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• 3+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience

• 1+ years of related manufacturing or process engineering experience in electronics assembly or module production (or equivalent combination of education and experience).

• Hands‑on experience with multiple items from the required equipment list and demonstrated ability to configure/optimize production recipes and tooling

• Familiarity or hands‑on experience with one or more items from the equipment list above

• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, assembly documents, CAD files, instructions, operation manuals, and safety rules

• Strong data analysis and documentation skills (Excel, Minitab/JMP, Python or equivalent) and the ability to create work instructions/SOPs

• Practical experience applying DOE, SPC, FMEA, and root‑cause analysis to drive process improvements

• Experience in aerospace, defense, or other high‑reliability electronics manufacturing environments

• Knowledge of RF/MMIC assembly impacts on performance (bond inductance, solder voiding, thermal paths)

• Familiarity with EO/QA documentation and standards (AS9100, IPC-A-610) and MES/ERP systems

• Experience with supplier qualification and incoming inspection processes

• Interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate with individuals and teams at all levels within the organization and with external stakeholders

 

Drug Free Workplace:

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

Shift:

This role is primarily second shift; however, there may be additional shift requirements to support program objectives.

Pay & Benefits:

At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.  

The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.  

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Summary pay range for Associate: $90,950 – $123,050 

Summary pay range for Mid-Level: $111,350 – $150,650 

Language Requirements:

Not Applicable

Education:

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent

Relocation:

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Export Control Requirement:

This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Safety Sensitive:

This is not a Safety Sensitive Position.

Security Clearance:

This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Top Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.

Visa Sponsorship:

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Contingent Upon Award Program

This position is not contingent upon program award

Shift:

Shift 2 (United States of America)

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