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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