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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