JOB TITLE: AOI Solder Inspector
LOCATION: Oldsmar, FL
PAY RATE: Up to $26/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)

• Shift: 4/10 – 1st Shift: Mon–Thu, 5:00 AM–3:30 PM EST

• 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: 

• Use microscope to verify part placement and orientation; manually align parts before soldering and perform post re-flow inspection and touch-up

• Identify and repair solder defects, including:

  • Poorly wetted joints

  • Solder voids/insufficient solder

  • Shorts/bridges

  • Misaligned leads

  • Tombstoned or billboarded components

• Use Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) equipment; distinguish real defects from false calls

• Read instructions and identify standard SMT components

• Operate rework equipment: hot air pencils, hot plates, BGA removal (ERSA or other OEM)

• Review boards under X-ray to identify solder defects on bottom-terminated components

• Run, solder, and tack down jumper wires on re-design boards (a plus)

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED

• Minimum 5 years soldering experience with surface mount components

• Exceptional soldering skills and rework experience

• Able to work in a fast-paced environment with overtime as needed

• Able to sit for long periods and maintain focus on repetitive tasks

• Must read/write English and pass a medical test

• IPC-610 (expired or active required)

• IPC J-STD-001 (expired or active required)

• IPC-7711/7721 (expired or active preferred)

• Overtime may be required on weekends

• 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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