SMT Operator For Aerospace & Defence Electronics

We are looking for a skilled and disciplined SMT Operator to join our manufacturing team and support the production of high-reliability PCB assemblies.

Key Responsibilities

Operate and monitor Mycronic MYDATA 300 Pick-and-Place machine for SMT component placement.

Set up the machine, feeders and component reels as per approved production programmes and BOM.

Verify component part numbers, values, orientation and placement before and during production.

Handle electronic components in accordance with ESD and moisture-sensitive device (MSD) requirements.

Monitor machine performance and troubleshoot basic machine alarms and placement issues.

Perform visual inspection of PCB assemblies and identify common SMT defects such as missing, misplaced, misaligned or incorrectly oriented components.

Maintain accurate production records and ensure complete component and PCB traceability.

Follow SOPs, work instructions, quality procedures and ESD requirements at all times.

Coordinate with Production, Engineering and Quality teams to resolve production and quality issues.

Maintain cleanliness, organisation and basic operator-level maintenance of the SMT equipment.

Requirements

ITI / Diploma in Electronics, Electrical or a related technical field.

25 years of hands-on SMT / PCB assembly experience preferred.

Experience operating Pick-and-Place machines is required.

Mycronic MYDATA experience will be an advantage.

Good knowledge of SMT components, PCB assembly and ESD practices.

Ability to read BOMs, component lists and basic assembly documentation.

Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Good troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

Ability to work in a disciplined, quality-critical manufacturing environment.

Preferred Experience

Experience in aerospace, defence, space electronics or other high-reliability electronics manufacturing will be highly preferred.

Why Join us?

You will have the opportunity to work on high-reliability electronics for space and defence applications, working alongside experienced engineering and manufacturing teams in a quality-focused environment.

If you are passionate about electronics manufacturing and have hands-on SMT experience, we would like to hear from you.

Requirements added by the job poster

* 3+ years of Defense and Space Manufacturing experience