Electronics Technician

Electronics Technician (IPC Certified)
Job Description
This role focuses on the assembly, troubleshooting, modification, and repair of printed circuit boards (PCBs), harnesses, and mechanical assemblies in a small, collaborative team environment. The technician applies IPC standards, precision soldering techniques, and detailed documentation practices to ensure high-quality electronic products that meet stringent industry requirements, particularly for aviation-related projects.
Responsibilities

• Assemble, modify, and repair PCBs, wiring harnesses, and mechanical assemblies in accordance with IPC standards and internal procedures.
• Perform point-to-point wiring and complete both surface mount and through-hole soldering of PCBs using appropriate tools and equipment.
• Test completed assemblies to verify proper operation, using instruments such as oscilloscopes, voltmeters, continuity testers, and other electronic test equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair electronic assemblies by interpreting schematics, drawings, wiring diagrams, and bills of materials to identify and resolve faults.
• Recommend corrective and preventive actions based on test results, failures, and recurring issues, and assist in tracking the implementation of these actions.
• Follow and maintain company documentation standards and procedures, including updating and redlining bills of materials, drawings, schematics, and wiring diagrams as needed.
• Follow, maintain, and help improve company quality processes, ensuring all work meets established quality and reliability standards.
• Adhere to Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) procedures at all times and maintain ESD equipment in proper working condition.
• Maintain calibration of tools and test equipment to ensure measurement accuracy and compliance with quality requirements.
• Use crimping tools, soldering irons, cutters, strippers, mechanical tools, label makers, and related equipment safely and effectively.
• Work closely with a small team to coordinate tasks, share information, and support multiple responsibilities within the group.
• Perform work that may require sitting, standing, walking, kneeling, and lifting objects from the floor to heights up to 48 inches, as well as lifting and moving up to 25 pounds without assistance.
• Use binocular microscopes and other magnification systems to view color codes and small components, and accurately place components on boards.
• Communicate clearly in English, both verbally and in writing, and perform basic math required for measurements, documentation, and testing.

Essential Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 5 years of electronics technician experience required; 10 years of experience preferred.
• Current or prior IPC certifications in both J-STD-001 and IPC-A-610.
• Proficiency in electronic troubleshooting and repair, with aerospace experience considered a plus.
• Ability to read, interpret, and redline bills of materials, drawings, schematics, and wiring diagrams.
• Demonstrated ability to perform point-to-point wiring, surface mount soldering, and through-hole soldering of PCBs.
• Hands-on experience using crimping tools, soldering irons, cutters, strippers, mechanical tools, voltmeters, continuity testers, label makers, and similar equipment.
• Ability to use oscilloscopes and other electronic test instruments for electronics testing and diagnostics.
• Capability to view color codes on components and accurately place components on boards using systems such as a binocular microscope.
• Physical ability to sit, stand, walk, kneel, lift objects from the floor to 48 inches, and lift and move up to 25 pounds without assistance.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English and to perform basic math skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a small team environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with aviation or aerospace electronics projects.
• Familiarity with company-level quality systems and continuous improvement practices.
• Comfort working in a small team where individuals may take on multiple responsibilities.
• Experience following and improving documentation standards and procedures.
• Prior experience performing soldering tests under a microscope.
• Ability to adapt to changing project priorities and support a variety of assembly, test, and repair tasks.

Why Work Here?
You will join a small, tight-knit team that works on meaningful projects for the aviation industry, where each person plays a key role and often wears multiple hats. The environment encourages close collaboration, hands-on problem solving, and continuous learning across different aspects of electronics assembly and repair. You will benefit from a supportive team culture that values quality, craftsmanship, and mutual respect, offering the opportunity to see the direct impact of your work on high-reliability products.
Work Environment
The work environment features a small, collaborative team with a casual dress code and a consistent Monday through Friday day shift from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Work is primarily performed in an electronics assembly and test setting that requires adherence to Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) procedures and the use of ESD equipment. Daily tasks involve working with tools such as soldering irons, crimping tools, cutters, strippers, mechanical tools, oscilloscopes, voltmeters, continuity testers, and label makers. The role requires frequent use of binocular microscopes for detailed soldering and component placement. The position involves a mix of sitting, standing, walking, kneeling, and lifting up to 25 pounds, as well as handling PCBs, harnesses, and mechanical assemblies in a structured yet friendly and supportive environment.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Rio Rancho, NM.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $28.00/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)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Rio Rancho,NM.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jul 22, 2026.

About Aerotek

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.

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