Job DescriptionCompany: DEFENDEYE Location: Hallandale Beach, FL (Conveniently located near I-95) Type: Full-Time, On-Site
About the MissionAt 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 RoleWe 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.
