Soldering Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

This role focuses on performing highly precise soldering and rework on complex printed circuit board assemblies (PCBAs) to consistently high workmanship standards. You will handle advanced micro-soldering tasks in a lab environment, support engineering teams with board modifications, and help define best practices for rework procedures. The position requires a strong technical foundation in electronics, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to work independently on high-value, time-critical hardware.

Responsibilities

• Perform precision soldering and rework on complex PCBAs to consistently high workmanship standards.
• Execute advanced micro-soldering tasks in a lab setting, including fine-pitch SMD components, high pin-count connectors, and QFN, LGA, and BGA rework, including reflow and reballing.
• Diagnose and repair damaged pads, traces, vias, and connectors to restore full functionality and reliability.
• Support engineering debug activities by implementing board modifications, engineering change orders (ECOs), and bodge rework as directed.
• Work from schematics, board layouts, and engineering guidance to plan and execute accurate, repeatable rework.

Requirements

• At least 1-2 years of professional experience in electronics soldering and PCBA rework utilizing a microscope
• Extensive hands-on experience working with fine-pitch and high-density PCBAs in a production or lab environment.
• Proven expertise in micro-soldering under a microscope, including the ability to handle delicate components and tight layouts.
• Strong understanding of PCB construction, including layers, traces, vias, and pad design.
• Solid knowledge of component packages such as SMD, QFN, LGA, and BGA, including their handling and rework requirements.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of San Jose, CA.

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $40.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in San Jose,CA.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 28, 2026.

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.