Astronicscorporation Experienced PCB Designer/Engineer responsible for designing complex multi-layer PCBs at Astronics Luminescent Systems. Provides system-level training and supports surface mount assembly and documentation.
Responsibilities
Design complex, multi-layer rigid, flex, and rigid-flex PCB layouts, handling dense component placement and routing constraints.
Enforce design rules for impedance control, differential pair routing, propagation delay, and EMI/EMC mitigation to maintain signal and power integrity.
Apply advanced layout strategies to optimize high-speed digital, analog, and RF circuits while adhering to strict industry standards for reliability, signal integrity, and manufacturability.
Own complete fabrication and assembly documentation packages (Gerbers, ODB++, 2D/3D drawings, bills of materials) and maintain component libraries in accordance with IPC standards.
Partner with electrical, mechanical, and manufacturing teams to drive design for manufacturing (DFM) and design for assembly (DFA).
Provide necessary documentation for circuit board fabrication and serve as the point of contact for external supplier technical questions.
Support product development and test equipment development.
Work with other Astronics divisions on PCB designs/layouts, including library management.
Guide junior and intermediate designers, review layouts, and establish team best practices.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualification
Education & ExperienceNatural mentor and teacherTechnical SkillsDeep understanding of IPC standards (eWork Environment
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Education & Experience
10+ years of hands-on PCB layout experience, ideally in high-reliability fields like aerospace, defense, automotive, or complex commercial electronics.
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering/Technology or Computer Engineering preferred; an Associate's degree in Electrical Engineering Technology or equivalent practical experience plus an additional 5 years of experience will also be considered.
High degree of electrical and mechanical aptitude.
Natural mentor and teacher, able to guide junior and intermediate designers and establish team best practices.
Strong cross-functional collaboration skills, able to partner effectively with electrical, mechanical, and manufacturing teams.
Comfortable serving as the go-to technical point of contact for internal teams and external suppliers.
Technical Skills
High level of knowledge of electronic components and packages.
Advanced skills in industry-standard tools such as Altium Designer, Cadence Allegro, or Siemens Xpedition; experience with Altium and/or PADS is ideal.
Deep understanding of IPC standards (e.g., IPC-2221, IPC Class 3).