Job Description

Company: DEFENDEYE Location: Hallandale Beach, FL (Conveniently located near I-95) Type: Full-Time, On-Site

About the Mission

At DEFENDEYE, we are revolutionizing emergency response. We manufacture autonomous, AI-powered Search & Rescue drones designed to launch in seconds and save lives—whether it’s finding a missing person in a forest or providing situational awareness to firefighters.

We are opening our new USA manufacturing facility in Hallandale Beach FL, and we are looking for a skilled SMT Technician to take ownership of our electronics production line. You won't just be operating machines; you will be building the brain of an AI system that protects and rescues people.

The Role

We are looking for a hands-on SMT expert to run our small-scale, high-precision production line. You will be the primary operator for our NeoDen K1830 Pick & Place machine. This is a critical role where precision matters—our drones use complex, double-sided PCBs with fine-pitch components.

Key Responsibilities

Run the SMT Line: Set up, operate, and maintain the NeoDen K1830 Pick & Place machine.
Precision Assembly: Handle complex 2-sided PCB assembly jobs.
Component Handling: Expertly manage BGA (Ball Grid Array) and uBGA (Micro BGA) placements.
Quality Control: Inspect boards for placement accuracy and solder quality (reflow profiling experience is a plus).
Maintenance: Perform routine calibration and maintenance on the K1830 to ensure peak performance (feeder calibration, nozzle cleaning, etc.).
Inventory: Manage component inventory (reels/trays) to ensure production runs smoothly without shortages.

What We Need (Requirements)

NeoDen Expertise: You must have hands-on experience setting up and running a NeoDen K1830. You should know the software, the feeder systems, and how to troubleshoot common issues.
Advanced SMT Skills: Proven experience with 2-sided pick & place assembly.
BGA Proficiency: Demonstrated ability to handle and inspect BGA and uBGA components.
Experience with reflow ovens and stencil printers.
Ability to hand-solder/rework fine-pitch components if necessary.
Detail Oriented: You have a hawk-eye for tiny components (0201s, fine-pitch ICs) and hate misalignment.
Location: Ability to commute daily to our facility in Hallandale Beach (easy access from I-95).

Why Join Us?

Impact: Your work directly contributes to technology that saves lives.
Ownership: You will lead the production process in a brand-new facility.
Growth: As we scale our US operations, your role and responsibilities will grow with us.

DefendEye

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