Soldering Technician

We're searching for a skilled Soldering Assembler with strong soldering expertise and knowledge of IPC-A-610 and J-STD-001 standards. In this role, you'll be responsible for meticulously assembling intricate RF components and circuits using precision soldering techniques. While IPC-A-610 and J-STD-001 certification isn't mandatory, candidates familiar with these standards will be prioritized. Your contribution will directly impact the production of high-quality electronic devices reliant on RF technology.

Key Responsibilities:

• Apply advanced soldering techniques to skillfully assemble and solder RF components onto printed circuit boards (PCBs), upholding the highest quality standards.
• Conduct thorough visual inspections of solder joints to ensure impeccable soldering quality, component alignment, and connections.
• Collaborate closely with colleagues, engineers, and supervisors to resolve assembly challenges and achieve optimal results.
• Operate soldering equipment, including soldering irons and stations, with unwavering attention to safety and precision.
• Offer insights and recommendations for refining processes, particularly those related to soldering techniques and quality enhancement.
• Adhere rigorously to safety protocols, company guidelines, and quality standards, ensuring exceptional outcomes.
• Follow production assembly instructions (AIs).
• Perform operations such as crimping, staking, screwing, bolting, soldering, cementing, press-fitting, or similar methods to secure components in place.
• Install circuit card assemblies (CCAs) within housings and chassis.
• Assemble and affix hardware.
• Execute epoxy bonding procedures.
• Make necessary adjustments or trims to components to meet specified electrical or dimensional criteria.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Must be a US Citizen or Permanent Resident
• Demonstrated proficiency in soldering electronic components, especially RF components, with meticulous attention to detail.
• Familiarity with IPC-A-610 and J-STD-001 standards for electronic assembly is desirable.
• Expertise in diverse soldering techniques, including surface mount and through-hole soldering.
• Fluency in using soldering irons, soldering stations, and associated tools.
• A consistent, detail-oriented work approach ensuring the highest quality standards are consistently met.
• Effective problem-solving skills for swift identification and resolution of soldering-related challenges.
• Strong communication skills fostering seamless collaboration within a team-oriented environment.
• Unwavering commitment to upholding safety practices and guidelines in a manufacturing context.
• Basic computer literacy and the ability to interpret prints.
• Adept hand soldering skills, proficiency in identifying solder defects, and competence in using hand tools and basic measuring devices.
• Ability to comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos through reading and writing.

Compensation: $21-23/hr, based on experience

Location: Chandler, AZ

Education and/or Experience: High School Diploma

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds or more.

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Comtech Telecommunications Corp. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.