Soldering Technician Intermediate Senior

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance

Soldering Technician, Intermediate - Senior

Status:
Full-Time;
Hourly;
Non-Exempt

Schedule:

Monday - Friday; 0800hrs - 1630hrs EST

Location:

On-Site;
Aberdeen, MD 21001

Supervisory:
No

The Soldering Technician supports on-site fabrication, assembly, and integration of electronic subassemblies for rapid prototyping and production builds. This role requires hands-on proficiency in precision soldering, PCB assembly, and the use of controlled tools and work instructions to produce high-quality, repeatable assemblies. The technician works closely with Manufacturing, Quality, and Engineering to execute builds in accordance with approved procedures, drawings, and quality standards, ensuring workmanship, traceability, and schedule adherence.

• Collaborate with Engineering Department to fabricate and integrate custom printed circuit assemblies used in prototype platforms and electronic systems
• Perform precision soldering and component installation for both surface-mount (SMT) and through-hole components
• Operate and maintain advanced fabrication equipment including reflow ovens, pick-and-place machines, and printed circuit board (PCB) milling and imaging systems
• Interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and files to execute high-fidelity builds and identify potential design-for-fabrication improvements
• Support version control, process documentation, and traceability for all builds
• Contribute to the design and refinement of lab processes and tooling setups for small-run circuit card fabrication

• Five (5) years demonstrated experience
• Current IPC-A-610 (Acceptability of Electronic Assemblies) certification
• Current J-STD-001 (Requirements for Soldered Electrical and Electronic Assemblies) certification
• Electrostatic discharge (ESD) awareness/control training
• Strong understanding of PCB fabrication and printed circuit board assembly (PCBA)
• Proficiency with soldering tools, rework equipment, and inspection techniques
• Experience using torque drivers, calibrated tools, and assembly fixtures according to documented standards to ensure repeatable, high-quality builds
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, Bills of Materials (BOMs), and fabrication files
• Ability to diagnose/problem solve basic electrical failures
• Familiarity with electrostatic discharge (ESD)-safe lab environments and fabrication best practices
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage multiple build efforts in parallel

• Current IPC/WHMA-A-620 (Cable and Wire Harness Assemblies) certification
• Prior Class 3 Soldering Experience
• Experience with multilayer boards and prototype PCBA processes
• Familiarity with pick-and-place machines, reflow ovens, and small-run assembly workflows
• Prior hands-on use of milling systems, laser direct imaging, and etching machines
• Experience using circuit board plotters and other prototyping tools
• Working knowledge for PCB layout review and Solid Works for mechanical integration awareness
• Experience supporting prototype builds in an research and development (R&D) or defense environment
• Experience working in International Organization for Standardization (ISO) 9001 or Department of Defense (DoD)-compliant manufacturing environment

Minimal, local travel less than 10% of the year

Applicants selected will be subject to a background check and/or security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

No clearance required, but preferred