AOI Engineer
4FRONT Solutions, LLC, Deland, FL, United States
4FRONT Solutions, LLC is a full-service Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) provider located in Erie, PA. The company specializes in delivering value-added services to customers in high-reliability sectors such as Aerospace, Defense, Industrial Controls, and Transportation. With advanced capabilities in PCB Assembly and Test, Cable Assembly and Test, and System Level Assembly and Test, 4FRONT Solutions supports critical industries with high-quality, precision-driven solutions.
Our growing, state-of-the-art facility in Deland, FL has an exciting opportunity for a AOI Engineer.
The AOI Engineer is responsible for developing, optimizing, and sustaining Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) programs to ensure consistent product quality, high first-pass yield, and minimal false calls in a high-mix electronics manufacturing environment. This role works closely with Process Engineering, Quality, and Production to identify defects, drive root-cause corrective actions, and continuously improve inspection effectiveness.
Key Responsibilities
Develop, create, and maintain AOI programs for SMT and PCBA assemblies across multiple product lines
Optimize AOI performance to balance defect detection, false call reduction, and throughput
Validate AOI inspection criteria in accordance with IPC standards and customer requirements
Perform root cause analysis on AOI-detected defects and collaborate with Process Engineering on corrective actions
Support NPI by programming AOI systems for new products and conducting first article inspections
Analyze AOI data and trends to identify process issues and improvement opportunities
Troubleshoot AOI equipment, imaging, lighting, and algorithm settings
Work with Quality Engineering to support audits, customer complaints, and containment actions
Train operators and technicians on AOI operation, defect recognition, and escalation procedures
Ensure AOI programs are documented, revision-controlled, and aligned with change management processes
Support continuous improvement initiatives to increase yield, reduce escapes, and improve inspection efficiency
Required Qualifications
Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Electronics, or equivalent experience
3+ years of experience programming and supporting AOI systems in an SMT manufacturing environment
Strong understanding of SMT processes, solder joint formation, and common assembly defects
Experience interpreting CAD data, Gerber files, and BOMs for inspection programming
Working knowledge of IPC-A-610 and IPC-7351 standards
Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills
Ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced, high-mix environment
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with one or more AOI platforms (e.g., Koh Young, Mirtec, Omron, CyberOptics)
Experience supporting high-reliability products (medical, aerospace, automotive, defense)
Familiarity with SPC, PFMEA, and Lean manufacturing principles
Experience supporting SPI or AXI systems is a plus
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Our growing, state-of-the-art facility in Deland, FL has an exciting opportunity for a AOI Engineer.
The AOI Engineer is responsible for developing, optimizing, and sustaining Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) programs to ensure consistent product quality, high first-pass yield, and minimal false calls in a high-mix electronics manufacturing environment. This role works closely with Process Engineering, Quality, and Production to identify defects, drive root-cause corrective actions, and continuously improve inspection effectiveness.
Key Responsibilities
Develop, create, and maintain AOI programs for SMT and PCBA assemblies across multiple product lines
Optimize AOI performance to balance defect detection, false call reduction, and throughput
Validate AOI inspection criteria in accordance with IPC standards and customer requirements
Perform root cause analysis on AOI-detected defects and collaborate with Process Engineering on corrective actions
Support NPI by programming AOI systems for new products and conducting first article inspections
Analyze AOI data and trends to identify process issues and improvement opportunities
Troubleshoot AOI equipment, imaging, lighting, and algorithm settings
Work with Quality Engineering to support audits, customer complaints, and containment actions
Train operators and technicians on AOI operation, defect recognition, and escalation procedures
Ensure AOI programs are documented, revision-controlled, and aligned with change management processes
Support continuous improvement initiatives to increase yield, reduce escapes, and improve inspection efficiency
Required Qualifications
Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Electronics, or equivalent experience
3+ years of experience programming and supporting AOI systems in an SMT manufacturing environment
Strong understanding of SMT processes, solder joint formation, and common assembly defects
Experience interpreting CAD data, Gerber files, and BOMs for inspection programming
Working knowledge of IPC-A-610 and IPC-7351 standards
Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills
Ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced, high-mix environment
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with one or more AOI platforms (e.g., Koh Young, Mirtec, Omron, CyberOptics)
Experience supporting high-reliability products (medical, aerospace, automotive, defense)
Familiarity with SPC, PFMEA, and Lean manufacturing principles
Experience supporting SPI or AXI systems is a plus
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