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Job Title: Electronics Technician
Job Description

As an Electronics Technician, you will be responsible for performing PCBA reworking and repairing high-reliability electronics. Your role will involve SMT soldering, handling fine-pitch surface mount components, and executing micro-soldering tasks under a microscope. You will also work on BGA/CSP rework, including advanced package removal and replacement, and conduct component-level troubleshooting and electrical fault isolation. Additionally, you will perform failure analysis and identify defects while ensuring compliance with IPC standards such as J-STD-001 and A-610 Class 3.

Responsibilities

• Conduct PCBA reworking and repair high-reliability electronics.
• Perform SMT soldering on fine-pitch surface mount components.
• Execute micro-soldering tasks using precision microscopes.
• Handle BGA/CSP rework, including advanced package removal and replacement.
• Troubleshoot at component level and isolate electrical faults.
• Conduct failure analysis and identify defects for diagnosis.
• Ensure compliance with IPC standards J-STD-001 and A-610 Class 3.
• Reinforce structural components through underfilling and staking.
• Repair traces, pads, and vias to restore PCB damage.
• Work in an electronics manufacturing and PCB assembly environment.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in electrical and mechanical assembly and installation.
• Expertise in soldering and PCB testing.
• Knowledge of IPC standards, including IPC 610 and IPC 620.
• Experience in PCB assembly and electronics manufacturing.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with harnessing, connector, wiring, and cable rework.
• Knowledge of IPC-7711/7721 for rework, modification, and repair standards.
• Proficiency in using oscilloscopes for signal analysis and debugging.
• Experience in cleanroom and ESD-controlled environments.
• Ability to read schematics for circuit understanding and build interpretation.

Why Work Here?

Join a fast-growing startup where you can embrace a vibrant and collaborative work environment every day. Apex invests heavily in its employees from day one, offering shared equity, comprehensive healthcare, generous PTO, and competitive 401(k) matching. Benefit from a supportive community with monthly office socials and a world-class office in Playa Vista. Make a real impact while working alongside experts from aerospace and other cutting-edge industries.

Work Environment

The role is based in a manufacturing environment, requiring familiarity with electronics manufacturing and PCB assembly processes. You will work with advanced tools and technologies, ensuring adherence to cleanroom and ESD protocols. The office offers a dynamic setting for in-person collaboration with flexibility to balance work and life.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Los Angeles, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $37.00 - $54.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Los Angeles,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 6, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.