Senior Electronics Lab Assembly​/Solder Technician

An Electronics Lab Assembly / Solder Technician is responsible for assembling, cabling, and validating complex testing rack test systems. This includes building and repairing cables and connector assemblies as a critical part of the role. Additional responsibilities include assembling and configuring rack‑mounted devices, troubleshooting and diagnosing system issues, and performing functional validations to ensure assembly quality and performance. Additional activities may include basic soldering, fabricating test boxes, or supporting other hardware integration tasks.

The candidate may provide on‑job recommendations to solve hardware integration issues with mid and upper‑level engineering and leadership. The candidate will comply with the company’s FOD program, tool control program, and all safety regulations.

Work primarily includes cabling and assembly of Rack‑mounted Test Systems but may also include working with Engineering prototyping.

• Assemble and configure rack‑mounted devices, troubleshooting and diagnosing system issues, and performing functional validations to ensure assembly quality and performance.
• Perform other activities such as basic soldering, building or repairing cables and connector assemblies, or fabricating test boxes.
• Perform pin crimping, wire routing, and use hand and powered tools.
• Test and troubleshoot systems using multimeters and other diagnostic tools.
• Provide on the job recommendations to solve hardware integration issues with mid and upper‑level engineering and leadership.
• Perform physical tasks such as retrieving, storing, and installing equipment.
• Work from detailed assembly drawings, schematics, or work instructions.
• Work from verbal instructions and conceptual ideas to achieve a desired output.
• Recognize failures, isolate problems and suggest appropriate corrective action.
• Keep management appraised of all unresolved and/or potential problems that would negatively affect schedules or quality.
• Manage inventory, paperwork, and maintain organizational standards.
• This 1st shift role will be 100% on‑site & based in Huntsville, AL.

• HS Diploma or AA/AS degree (or other 2‑year post high school training) with a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience.
• Assemble and configure rack‑mounted test systems, cables, and harnesses.
• Verification/Inspection experience with associated standards, processes, and documentation.

• Work experience with mechanical and soldering standards, processes, and documentation.
• Experience working within an Engineering Technical Support Environment.
• Ability to read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence, memos, schematics, detailed electronic blueprints, and other similar authorized drawings and documents.
• CCA manufacturing experience.
• Knowledge of Fabrication Standards, Processes, and Documentation.
• IPC J‑STD‑001 solder certification and IPC 610 and IPC 620 certifications.
• Associate's Degree in a Technical field.

• Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value:
  Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.
• Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

The salary range for this role is 43,400 USD – 82,600 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representing all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term disability, long‑term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent on the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective‑bargaining agreement.

Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short‑term and/or long‑term incentive compensation…