STI Electronics Engineering
About STI Electronics Inc.
- Trusted Industry Pioneer: Founded in 1982 and expanded from a family-run business to over fifty professionals, STI is driven by a mission to exceed customer expectations with superior contract manufacturing, engineering, and technical services.
- Award-Winning Excellence: Recognized multiple times by INC. 500 and INC. 5000 as one of the fastest growing companies, and awarded numerous Global Technology Awards, reflecting our commitment to quality and innovation.
- Innovative Technical Leader: With over 55 years of industry experience, STI Electronics excels in providing comprehensive services including training, R&D, prototyping, and PCB assembly, utilizing advanced technology to support electronics manufacturing.

STI Electronics Engineering
History: Trusted Industry Pioneer
STI Electronics, Inc. is a full service organization for training, consulting, laboratory analysis, microelectronics assembly, prototyping, and small to medium volume PCB assembly as well as electronic and industrial product distribution. STI began in 1982 in San Dimas, CA but relocated to Madison, AL in 1993.
STI was founded by Jim D. Raby, P.E. who has over fifty-five years of experience in the industry including development of the NASA and Department of Defense Soldering Schools. Over the past 25 years, the company, which started as a small family business with Jim, Ellen and David Raby, has grown to over fifty employees and expanded its focus from consulting and technical seminars to providing training, laboratory analysis, advanced research and development, microelectronics assembly (class 1000 cleanroom environment), prototyping, and small to medium volume PCB contract assembly for the electronics industry.
STI was chosen in 1998, 1999, 2008 and 2009 as one of the fastest growing companies in the country by INC 500 Magazine and was selected by the Huntsville/Madison County Chamber of Commerce as the 2000 Small Business of the Year in the Business Services Category. STI was also a finalist in the Alabama Manufacturer of the Year in 2008 as awarded by Alabama Technology Network and Business Council of Alabama.
The goal of STI is to meet or exceed our customers’ expectations whether through our training, contract manufacturing or engineering services. No one in the industry is better prepared to meet the expanding standards of quality required in today’s competitive market than STI Electronics, Inc.

STI Electronics Engineering
Award-Winning Excellence
- 1998 INC. 500 Fastest Growing Company
- 1999 INC. 500 Fastest Growing Company
- 2000 Small Business of the Year
- 2006 IC/DT Patent Awarded
- 2008 INC. 5000 Fastest Growing Company
- 2009 INC. 5000 Fastest Growing Company
- 2009 Global Technology Award (Anti-Counterfeiting Services)
- 2010 INC. 5000 Fastest Growing Company
- 2010 Global Technology Award (SIR Test Protocol)
- 2011 INC. 5000 Fastest Growing Company
- 2011 Global Technology Award (Micro-Coil Spring Array)
STI Electronics has been frequently recognized for its rapid growth and innovative contributions to the industry, earning multiple accolades from prestigious organizations. These awards highlight the company's commitment to excellence and its impact on the electronics manufacturing sector.

STI Electronics Engineering
Innovative Technical Leader
- Expert Insights: Dive into a wealth of knowledge with articles written by experienced engineers and industry veterans, covering cutting-edge research and practical applications in electronics manufacturing.
- Stay Updated: Keep pace with the latest trends and developments in the industry through our detailed analyses and technical explorations.
- Resource for Professionals: Enhance your expertise and resolve complex challenges by leveraging our technical articles as a go-to resource for innovative solutions and best practices.
At STI Electronics, our commitment to advancing the electronics manufacturing industry extends beyond our services to include a rich repository of technical articles. These articles are crafted by our experienced engineers and industry experts, offering in-depth insights and practical guidance on a variety of topics, from the latest R&D breakthroughs to trends in PCB assembly and prototyping. Whether you are seeking to enhance your technical knowledge or stay abreast of industry developments, our technical articles serve as a valuable resource for professionals at all levels.
