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Head of SMT

AirQ Limited


موقع الوظيفة:

أبوظبي - الإمارات

الراتب شهرياً: لم يتم تقديمه من قبل صاحب العمل
تم النشر: 22 اغسطس 2026 (نُشرت قبل 2 ساعة)
آخر موعد للتقديم: 19 نوفمبر 2026
عدد الوظائف الشاغرة: 1 عدد الوظائف الشاغرة

ملخص الوظيفة

Air Q Limited is seeking an experienced and results-driven Head of SMT to lead and oversee all Surface Mount Technology (SMT) manufacturing operations. This leadership role is responsible for ensuring high-quality efficient and cost-effective production of electronic assemblies while driving operational excellence continuous improvement and team performance.

The successful candidate will play a key role in scaling SMT manufacturing capabilities supporting new product introductions optimizing production processes and ensuring compliance with industry and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

SMT Operations Leadership


  • Lead and manage all SMT production activities including planning scheduling setup assembly inspection testing and rework processes.
  • Ensure achievement of production targets quality objectives and on-time delivery requirements.
  • Manage production capacity workforce allocation and equipment utilization.
  • Monitor operational performance and implement corrective actions where required.
  • Ensure smooth execution of daily manufacturing activities and operational priorities.

Process Improvement & Quality Management


  • Develop and maintain SMT manufacturing processes work instructions and process controls.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on productivity yield improvement cycle time reduction and cost optimization.
  • Monitor key manufacturing KPIs including:
  • Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE)
  • First Pass Yield (FPY)
  • Throughput
  • Defect Rates
  • Downtime Reduction
  • Lead root cause analysis and corrective/preventive action implementation.
  • Ensure compliance with IPC standards ESD requirements safety regulations and quality management systems.

Equipment & Manufacturing Excellence


  • Oversee SMT equipment maintenance reliability and performance.
  • Coordinate with suppliers and service providers for equipment support and upgrades.
  • Support SMT line setup process optimization and yield improvement initiatives.
  • Lead installation qualification and optimization of new SMT equipment.

New Product Introduction (NPI)


  • Support prototype builds and product development activities.
  • Lead the transition of new products into serial production.
  • Ensure Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design for Testability (DFT) principles are incorporated.
  • Collaborate with Engineering teams to validate manufacturing readiness and production processes.

Leadership & Team Development


  • Build lead and develop a high-performing SMT team.
  • Establish clear goals accountability and performance expectations.
  • Mentor engineers supervisors technicians and operators.
  • Promote a culture of safety quality ownership and continuous improvement.
  • Support employee development and technical capability enhancement initiatives.

Cross-Functional Collaboration


  • Work closely with Engineering Quality Supply Chain Planning and Production teams.
  • Support material readiness production planning and manufacturing execution.
  • Participate in operational reviews and strategic improvement initiatives.
  • Provide regular manufacturing and operational performance reports to management.

Qualifications & Experience
Education


  • Bachelors Degree in Electronics Engineering Industrial Engineering Manufacturing Engineering or a related field.

Experience


  • Minimum 810 years of experience in electronics manufacturing.
  • Minimum 35 years of experience leading SMT manufacturing operations.
  • Proven experience establishing scaling or optimizing SMT production environments.
  • Experience supporting both prototype and serial production environments is highly preferred.
  • Strong leadership project management and problem-solving capabilities.

Technical Skills


  • Strong knowledge of SMT manufacturing processes including:
  • Stencil Printing
  • SPI (Solder Paste Inspection)
  • Pick-and-Place Systems
  • Reflow Soldering
  • AOI (Automated Optical Inspection)
  • X-Ray Inspection
  • Rework & Repair Processes
  • Strong understanding of IPC standards (IPC-A-610 J-STD-001 etc.).
  • Experience with Lean Manufacturing Six Sigma and Continuous Improvement methodologies.
  • Familiarity with ERP/MES systems and production planning processes.
  • Ability to analyze manufacturing data and make data-driven decisions.

Core Competencies


  • Leadership
  • Integrity & Professionalism
  • Strategic Thinking
  • Decision Making
  • Innovation & Continuous Improvement
  • Relationship Building
  • Communication & Stakeholder Management
  • Results Orientation

Why Join Air Q


  • Opportunity to lead a critical manufacturing function within a rapidly growing aerospace and UAV technology company.
  • Work with advanced electronics manufacturing technologies and cutting-edge UAV systems.
  • Be part of a dynamic team driving innovation operational excellence and industry-leading solutions.
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