Each year, Semiconductor Review recognizes manufacturers that demonstrate meaningful innovation, strong engineering discipline, and an unwavering commitment to quality. Its “PCBA Manufacturer of the Year” award is reserved for organizations that consistently deliver secure processes and dependable production outcomes.
This year, VSE is honored to receive that distinction.
Earning The Manufacturer Of The Year Title From Semiconductor Review
VSE’s recognition as PCBA Manufacturer of the Year reflects the strength of our approach to U.S.-based electronics manufacturing and the trust innovators place in our team. The sections below highlight the factors that contributed to this achievement and the commitments that continue to guide VSE’s work.
A Shared Victory With Innovative Partners
VSE earned this award because of the strong partnerships we’ve built with client engineering and supply chain teams across the country. Our clients bring bold ideas and performance requirements to every collaboration, and we work closely with them to develop secure, reliable manufacturing solutions that reduce risk and strengthen product readiness.
This award reflects the collaborative spirit that drives every project—and is a shared achievement with the innovators who trust us to advance their technologies.
Setting A New Standard For Premier Electronics Manufacturing
The Manufacturer of the Year title acknowledges VSE’s commitment to raising the standard for domestic electronics manufacturing. Our U.S.-based, vertically integrated operations provide the secure processes, validated sourcing, and production elasticity that modern products demand.
Semiconductor Review evaluated companies across engineering depth, manufacturing capability, compliance, and consistency. Their recognition affirms that VSE delivers the performance required for technologies where quality, traceability, and reliability cannot be compromised.
A Commitment To Quality Electronics Manufacturing Services
Total quality and compliance remain the foundation of VSE’s manufacturing approach. Reliable performance starts with rigorous testing and validation, supported by IPC and ISO standards. Each build is engineered for accuracy and long-term reliability, and our team maintains full transparency throughout the production lifecycle.
This award reinforces our ongoing commitment to delivering manufacturing services that support the success of life-changing and mission-critical products.
The Strategic Value Of US-Based Manufacturing
U.S.-based electronics manufacturing has become increasingly important for organizations developing advanced technologies. Domestic production provides greater control, stronger visibility, and more stable operations—critical advantages in a global landscape shaped by supply chain volatility, long lead times, and shifting regulations.
The priorities highlight why U.S.-based manufacturing remains a defining strength of VSE’s approach and how it continues to create value for innovators across the country:
Building Supply Chain Resilience In A Volatile Market
Global supply chains remain unpredictable, and offshore production introduces delays, shipping risks, and reduced sourcing visibility. VSE’s domestic operations help mitigate these vulnerabilities by providing secure, validated sourcing and shorter delivery times.
Our proximity to clients strengthens coordination during procurement and production, helping engineering teams adapt quickly to shifting material needs or evolving market conditions.
Mitigating Risk For Innovators With Advanced Manufacturing
Organizations developing advanced technologies cannot afford uncertainty in production. VSE’s vertically integrated facilities and engineer-to-engineer collaboration reduce risks commonly associated with offshore manufacturing, including communication gaps and limited oversight.
Our teams work closely with clients to anticipate performance requirements and engineer reliable, U.S.-based manufacturing solutions that support long-term product stability. This structure provides the predictability innovators need when performance complexity is high and timelines are critical.
Maintaining Stringent Quality Standards And IP Protection
Domestic manufacturing offers levels of quality assurance and IP security that global alternatives often cannot match. VSE’s production environment is built around rigorous testing, full traceability, and compliance with IPC and ISO standards.
Keeping engineering, assembly, and testing in-house helps safeguard sensitive designs, maintain documentation accuracy, and protect proprietary technologies throughout a project’s lifecycle. This commitment to security and compliance is a foundational reason VSE earned this year’s award from Semiconductor Review.
Collaborating To Engineer Solutions For Complex Challenges
VSE’s approach is built on close collaboration with innovators developing complex, regulated, and performance-driven products. Our teams work directly with client engineering groups and supply chain to understand design intent, anticipate challenges, and apply disciplined processes that keep projects moving with clarity.
The priorities below highlight the collaborative framework that guides our work and demonstrates how it creates meaningful value for engineering leaders and product development teams.
Acting As A True Extension Of Client Teams
We join engineering teams early in the development process to align on requirements, design intent, and potential risks. Direct communication between engineers promotes clarity at every stage, helping prevent issues before they emerge. This integration allows VSE to operate as a true extension of internal teams.
Building Strategic Partnerships With Client Teams
Our partnership-driven model emphasizes transparency, accountability, and consistent collaboration. We maintain open communication throughout the project lifecycle, giving innovators the visibility they need to plan effectively and respond to evolving requirements.
Delivering Flexible Solutions For Complex Technical Hurdles
Advanced technologies often involve shifting constraints and accelerated delivery expectations. VSE’s agile, in-house operations allow us to engineer solutions that adapt to unique technical needs while maintaining full compliance and quality.
A Win Powered By A Culture Of Partnership
This achievement reflects the culture that drives VSE forward. Our approach begins with the belief that meaningful results come from strong partnerships and a shared commitment to solving complex challenges together.
As CEO Beth Kendrick shared in the Semiconductor Review feature, “We have immense gratitude and respect for the customers we serve. They build incredible things, and we are honored to be part of that process.”
Her words capture the foundation of our partnership model: humility, collaboration, and a genuine respect for the innovators who trust us with their most important technologies.
Fueling Innovation Through Expanded Capabilities
The PCBA Manufacturer of the Year honor marks a milestone in VSE’s growth—and underscores where we are headed. Our recent expansion across the United States supports one priority: giving innovators the manufacturing capacity, technical depth, and operational security they need to build the next generation of complex, regulated technologies.
The following areas demonstrate how VSE is expanding strategically to meet the rising demands of modern electronics and help engineering teams bring advanced ideas to market with confidence.
Expanding The US Manufacturing Footprint
VSE’s manufacturing footprint has grown significantly, increasing from 50,000 to more than 140,000 square feet to support higher production volumes and diverse technical requirements. Additional shifts and multi-site capacity enable rapid scaling while maintaining the quality, traceability, and disciplined processes.
Investing In Advanced Manufacturing Technologies
Our facilities now include expanded SMT lines, enhanced inspection platforms, X-ray systems, and upgraded ERP and planning tools. These technologies improve precision, increase efficiency, and strengthen the testing rigor for complex assemblies.
Each investment is made with one goal in mind: equipping engineering leaders with a manufacturing partner that can confidently support their most demanding performance requirements.
Enhancing Vertical Integration Capabilities
As clients face tighter timelines and greater supply chain uncertainty, vertical integration has become essential. VSE continues to build capabilities that keep engineering, sourcing, manufacturing, and testing connected and transparent—reducing risk and improving stability throughout development.
Accelerate Your Innovation With VSE
The PCBA Manufacturer of the Year award highlights the work our teams do every day to support innovators building technologies that matter. It reflects the strength of our partnership-driven approach and the discipline we bring to engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain management. As we continue expanding our U.S.-based capabilities, our focus remains on providing the clarity, stability, and technical depth that help product teams move forward with confidence.
For organizations seeking a manufacturing partner that understands their challenges and supports their long-term goals, VSE offers the experience and agility needed to advance the next generation of electronic products.
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