Jorge Miranda
Phoenix
Summary
Mechanical Engineering Technician with 5+ years in electronics manufacturing, specializing in PCB assembly, quality inspection, and production equipment operation. Experienced in interpreting technical drawings, performing preventive maintenance, and collaborating with engineering teams to exceed production targets while maintaining quality standards.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Solder Assembler
Reliable Circuits
Phoenix
11.2025 - Current
- Operated assembly tools to construct electronic circuit boards efficiently.
- Followed detailed instructions to ensure accurate product assembly.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline production workflows.
- Assemble components according to specifications using hand tools, power tools, and other equipment.
- Assembled electronic components using precision soldering techniques.
- Inspected solder joints for quality and adherence to specifications.
- Collaborated with engineers to troubleshoot and resolve assembly issues.
- Documented production processes in compliance with industry standards.
Sr. Mechanical Assembler
Mercury Systems
Phoenix
03.2025 - 10.2025
- Operated conformal coating systems, plasma cleaners, selective solder equipment, and reflow ovens to process PCB assemblies according to internal and external quality standards like IPC-A-610
- Calibrated, tested, and adjusted machine settings and other critical control parameters uphold and ensure internal first-pass quality standards
- Performed mechanical assembly operations including underfill application, component placement, and through-hole assembly on complex PCBAs, leveraging engineering technical drawings and other relevant instructions
- Maintained detailed production records documenting equipment performance and output while identifying bottlenecks to minimize downtime
- Assessed equipment including plasma cleaners, PCB washers, and AOI systems after production runs and performed preventive maintenance procedures as needed to minimize unplanned downtime and maximize productivity
Mechanical Engineering Technician
Mercury Systems
Phoenix
06.2023 - 12.2024
- Monitored machines during operation to detect malfunctions such as unintended vibrations, making immediate adjustments to minimize the risk of production defects and rework opportunities
- Set up and ran PCB assembly machinery including selective solder, conformal coating, and depaneling equipment to produce complex printed circuit board assemblies for industrial and defense applications
- Performed routine and scheduled maintenance on manufacturing equipment, such as lubricating moving parts and more, following established procedures and manufacturer guidelines
- Updated daily production logs and informed management of production incidents and other non-conformance issues
- Collaborated with engineering and quality teams to troubleshoot production issues and implement corrective actions for non-conforming assemblies
Mechanical Assembler
Mercury Systems
Phoenix
06.2019 - 06.2023
- Identified equipment malfunctions and failure modes through routine monitoring and systematic analysis of equipment operations
- Loaded and unloaded parts efficiently between production stages to maintain high production throughput levels
- Manually set up machinery including lathes and grinders according to production requirements and specifications
Warehouse Associate
Amazon
Phoenix
11.2016 - 02.2019
- Handled and transported materials using pallet jacks while ensuring proper stacking to prevent product damage
- Identified and isolated damaged materials to designated areas, documenting and reporting issues to supervisors
- Utilized RF scanning equipment to track received materials and maintain accurate inventory records for production
Education
General Education Diploma -
YMCA Community Initiative
Phoenix, AZSkills
- IPC A-610 Specialist
- MCCCD Semiconductor Technician Program
- FactoryLogix MES
- Oracle
- Agile
- Ersa VersaFlow 4
- ULS VLS
- SharePoint
- Microsoft Office Suite
- AutoDesk AutoCAD
- Nordson Conformal Coater
- Nordson Plasma Cleaner
- Koh Young AOI
- FUJI SMT
- TE Connectivity Press Fit
- Ersa Selective Solder
- Getech Router
- ZESTRON Ionic Tester
- Trident PCB Washer
- Aquastorm PCB Cleaner
- ULS Laser System
- Nordson 3D X-Ray System
- Hakko Hand Solder
- SMT Reflow Ovens
- Microscopes & Visual Inspection Equipment
References
- Tony DiGiacomo, Principal Engineer, Mercury Systems (USMO), 3601 E University Dr, Phoenix, AZ, 85034, (480)-415-5457
- Juan Guevara, Director of Engineering, Mercury Systems (USMO), 3601 E University Dr, Phoenix, AZ, 85034, (602)-402-3975
- David Walker, Production Manager, Mercury Systems (USMO), 3601 E University Dr, Phoenix, AZ, 85034, (602)-316-5631
Technical Skills And Certifications
IPC A-610 Specialist, MCCCD Semiconductor Technician Program, FactoryLogix MES, Oracle, Agile, Ersa VersaFlow 4, ULS VLS, SharePoint, Microsoft Office Suite, AutoDesk AutoCAD, Nordson Conformal Coater, Nordson Plasma Cleaner, Koh Young AOI, FUJI SMT, TE Connectivity Press Fit, Ersa Selective Solder, Getech Router, ZESTRON Ionic Tester, Trident PCB Washer, Aquastorm PCB Cleaner, ULS Laser System, Nordson 3D X-Ray System, Hakko Hand Solder, SMT Reflow Ovens, Microscopes & Visual Inspection Equipment
Timeline
Solder Assembler
Reliable Circuits
11.2025 - Current
Sr. Mechanical Assembler
Mercury Systems
03.2025 - 10.2025
Mechanical Engineering Technician
Mercury Systems
06.2023 - 12.2024
Mechanical Assembler
Mercury Systems
06.2019 - 06.2023
Warehouse Associate
Amazon
11.2016 - 02.2019
General Education Diploma -
YMCA Community Initiative