Manufacturing Process Engineer

About Us:

Adura is a fast-growing electronics manufacturing company specializing in high-performance LED modules, drivers, and advanced thermal PCB technologies. We support leading OEMs with rapid prototyping and high-volume production, custom PCB design, and high-quality PCB assembly made in Corona, California. With over 1,000 standard LED module and LED driver products and strong global manufacturing capabilities, we help customers solve complex thermal, optical, and power challenges. At Adura, you’ll join an innovative team building the next generation of electronics for Industrial, Medical, LED Lighting, Automotive, Defense and Aerospace markets.

Overview

The PCB-A / Manufacturing Process Engineer leads the development, implementation, and optimization of Adura’s high-reliability thermal PCB, PCB-A, and integrated box-build manufacturing operations.

This role owns end-to-end process control across SMT, THT, selective soldering, vacuum/nitrogen reflow, X-ray validation, electrical test (Flying Probe), conformal coating, and full box-build / subsystem integration.

The position ensures robust manufacturing flow, yield performance, and regulatory compliance for Aerospace, Defense, Automotive, Industrial, Lighting, and Medical device programs.

Key Responsibilities

SMT & PCB-A Manufacturing

• Lead full SMT line setup including solder paste printing, 3D SPI control, reflow profiling (vacuum/nitrogen), AOI tuning, X-ray validation, and electrical test integration
• Optimize thermal PCB processes including heavy copper, metal-core, and high-current assemblies
• Establish process controls for Flying Probe electrical validation and functional testing
• Drive yield improvement, scrap reduction, and cycle-time optimization
• Develop PFMEA, control plans, DOE, SPC/CPK strategies

Box Build & Subsystem Assembly

• Design and implement scalable box-build manufacturing flow for complete electronic subsystems
• Develop mechanical assembly processes including torque control, harness integration, connectorization, and enclosure assembly
• Establish ruggedization processes including conformal coating, potting, sealing, and environmental protection
• Define functional test protocols for integrated subsystems
• Support builds of aerospace control modules, defense electronics assemblies, industrial power systems, medical device subsystems, and high-performance lighting modules
• Ensure full material traceability and serialized tracking at subsystem level

Compliance & Regulated Markets

• Ensure compliance with IPC Class 2/3 standards
• Support and maintain ISO 9001 certification
• Drive readiness for AS9100 (Aerospace), IATF 16949 (Automotive), and ISO 13485 (Medical)
• Collaborate with Quality on audits, corrective actions, and documentation control
• Establish validated manufacturing processes suitable for regulated markets

NPI & Equipment Leadership

• Lead NPI builds and process validation for new product introductions
• Evaluate and implement new equipment, tooling, automation, and production upgrades
• Oversee thermal profiling, stencil design, panelization optimization, and assembly fixturing
• Train and mentor operators and technicians on advanced manufacturing controls

Requirements

• 7 years of experience in EMS / PCB-A manufacturing
• Extensive hands-on SMT setup experience (SPI, AOI, reflow profiling, X-ray validation)
• Experience with Flying Probe or ICT testing environments
• Experience implementing or managing box-build and subsystem integration lines
• Strong knowledge of thermal PCB materials, heavy copper, and metal-core assemblies
• Experience working in Aerospace, Defense, Automotive, Lighting, or Medical device environments
• Strong background in Lean, Six Sigma, SPC, PFMEA, and DOE
• BS in Electrical, Mechanical, or Manufacturing Engineering preferred

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance