Micro 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.

Essential Skills

• At least 3-5 years of professional experience in electronics soldering and PCBA rework.
• 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.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience executing advanced micro-soldering tasks on fine-pitch SMD components, high pin-count connectors, and BGA packages, including reflow and reballing.
• Experience in electronics production or manufacturing environments.

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

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $50.00/hr.

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 Jun 25, 2026.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

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.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Company Description

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.