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Absolute EMSPosted 1 month ago

Program Coordinator, Quote Management, PCBA

$70,720–$83,200 year

On-siteSanta Clara, California, United States

InternshipSenior LevelSmall

Job Summary

Prepare accurate and competitive customer quotations for printed circuit board assembly (PCBA) manufacturing services by reviewing Bills of Material, assembly drawings, and fabrication files. Coordinate quoting activities with Sales, Engineering, Purchasing, and suppliers to identify long lead-time components, supply chain risks, and material availability issues. Estimate costs for materials, fabrication, assembly, testing, tooling, and engineering support while evaluating manufacturing complexity and yield assumptions. Document quote assumptions, risks, and cost models to ensure submissions are accurate, complete, and submitted on time. Support quote review meetings and resolve technical or commercial questions before submission. Maintain accurate records to support margin review and future quote revisions.

Required Qualifications

  • Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Business, Electronics Technology, or equivalent experience
  • 3 to 7 years of experience in electronics manufacturing, PCBA, EMS, quoting, purchasing, program coordination, manufacturing engineering support, or related experience
  • Working knowledge of PCBA manufacturing, SMT assembly, through-hole assembly, PCB fabrication, BOM structures, AVL/AML requirements, electronic components, IPC standards, testing methods, manufacturing flow, supply chain fundamentals, and ERP/MRP systems
  • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, manufacturing documentation, customer specifications, and technical packages
  • Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and follow-up skills
  • Strong Excel skills and ability to work with detailed cost models, BOMs, and pricing information
  • Ability to manage multiple quotations, deadlines, and priorities while maintaining accuracy
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to identify missing information, risk areas, and cost drivers
  • Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

Desired Qualifications

  • Contract electronics manufacturing or PCBA quoting experience
  • Experience with high-mix, low-volume manufacturing
  • Experience supporting aerospace, defense, medical electronics, robotics, advanced industrial, or other highly regulated customers
  • Experience with prototype builds, NPI, production builds, box build, cable assemblies, or electromechanical assemblies
  • Familiarity with ISO 9001, ISO 13485, IPC standards, customer quality clauses, and traceability requirements
  • Experience working with PCB fabricators, electronic component suppliers, test providers, and outside processing vendors

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