Solder Assembler - 1st Shift

JOB TITLE: Solder Assembler - 1st Shift 
LOCATION: Oldsmar, FL
PAY RATE: $/hour

We are a national aerospace and defense staffing agency seeking highly qualified candidates for a position with a top-tier client.

Job Details:

• Job Type: Contract (12 months with potential for extension)

• Industry: Aerospace / Defense / Aviation

• Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision (Cigna)

• Perks: Bonus potential + Priority access via Tier 1 supplier

• Openings Nationwide: Thousands of opportunities across the U.S.

Qualifying Questions:

• Are you a U.S. person as defined under ITAR regulations?

• Do you meet the educational and experience requirements for this role?

• Can you commute to the job location or relocate if necessary?

Summary: 

• Perform high-mix SMT and through-hole soldering on printed circuit boards (PCBs) in accordance with work orders, engineering drawings, and IPC standards

• Remove, replace, and rework components, including bottom-terminated devices (QFNs, BGAs, LGAs) using hot air pencils, hot plates, reflow ovens, and specialized rework stations

• Conduct X-ray inspection of reworked bottom-terminated components to evaluate solder joint integrity and document results

• Perform board-level verification, including visual inspection, AOI, and X-ray, as well as functional testing to ensure conformance to specifications

• Interpret and follow engineering change orders (ECOs) and bills of materials (BOMs)

• Apply strict build-to-print practices where required

Requirements:

• Minimum 5+ years of hands-on SMT and through-hole solder assembly experience in a high-mix, low-volume environment (aerospace, defense, or similar)

• IPC-A-610 certification (6+ years preferred) – Required

• IPC-J-STD-001 certification (6+ years preferred) – Required

• IPC-WHMA-A-620 certification – Preferred

• Advanced soldering expertise (6+ years)

• Strong proficiency in soldering and rework of complex electronic components

• Experience using advanced rework equipment and inspection tools

• Ability to sit for extended periods and lift up to 25 lbs (11 kg)

• Vision acuity (corrected or uncorrected) sufficient for detailed microscope work

• Must be a U.S. Citizen (as defined by ITAR).

About Us:

The Structures Company is a premier national aerospace and defense staffing agency specializing in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire placements. We deliver expert workforce solutions across engineering, IT, production, maintenance, and support roles.

As trusted partners to major aerospace OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, we connect professionals with opportunities to grow and excel in the aviation and aerospace industries.

Eligibility Requirements:

Must be a U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) to comply with ITAR regulations.

Keywords: aerospace, aviation, engineering, maintenance, aircraft design, defense

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