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

• 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 manual and selective soldering of through-hole, SMT, BGA, QFN, CSP, and other component types.

• Conduct visual inspections and use inspection tools (microscopes, AOI, etc.) to identify solder defects such as bridges, cold joints, tombstoning, insufficient wetting, and voids.

• Apply IPC-A-610 (Acceptability of Electronic Assemblies), IPC-J-STD-001 (Soldering Materials), and IPC-2221/2222 (Design Standards) throughout the assembly process.

• Verify that solder paste, flux, and materials meet required specifications.

• Recommend and support improvements to soldering processes, tooling, and work instructions.

• Follow all safety procedures, including proper handling of hazardous materials and use of personal protective equipment (PPE).

Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED required.

• Strong understanding of IPC standards.

• Ability to perform manual and selective soldering of through-hole, SMT, BGA, QFN, CSP, and other component types.

• Experience conducting visual inspections using microscopes, AOI, and other inspection tools.

• Ability to identify common solder defects, including bridges, cold joints, tombstoning, insufficient wetting, and voids.

• Familiarity with IPC-A-610, IPC-J-STD-001, and IPC-2221/2222 standards.

• Ability to verify solder paste, flux, and material specifications.

• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow work instructions.

• Capability to recommend improvements to soldering processes and tooling.

• Commitment to following safety procedures, including proper handling of hazardous materials and PPE requirements.

• 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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