Solder Assembler - 2nd Shift

JOB TITLE : Solder Assembler - 2nd Shift

LOCATION : Clearwater, FL

PAY RATE : $26-29 / 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 Second Shift (Monday Thursday, 3 : 30 PM 2 : 00 AM EST). Candidates must remain on 2nd shift; no 1st shift option available.

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, low-volume assembly and inspection of solder joints on SMT and through-hole components on complex PCBs.

Remove, replace, and repair bottom-terminated components (QFNs, BGAs, LGAs) using hot-air pencils, hot plates , and other rework tools.

Execute precise reflow, pre-heat, and cooling cycles according to component-specific thermal profiles.

Operate and maintain X-ray inspection equipment to evaluate hidden solder joints and verify rework quality.

Interpret engineering drawings, work orders, and BOMs to ensure accurate component placement and orientation.

Conduct in-process quality checks (visual, AOI, X-ray) and document results in compliance with quality systems.

Troubleshoot solder-related defects (e.g., tombstoning, voids, bridges) and implement corrective actions.

Maintain ESD-controlled environments and adhere to all safety and compliance procedures.

Support continuous improvement initiatives , recommending tooling upgrades or process optimizations.

Follow IPC (610 / 620 / 7711), ISO-9001, and AS9100 standards applicable to defense / aerospace quality systems.

Requirements :

High school diploma or GED

6+ years of soldering experience on SMT and through-hole components.

Proficiency with IPC-A-610, IPC-J-STD , and IPC-WHMA-A-620 standards.

Hands-on experience with bottom-terminated components and rework processes.

Strong attention to detail and quality, with experience in X-ray inspection .

Familiarity with aerospace or defense quality systems preferred.

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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