IPC Soldering Technician

ISISPACE Group; Delft; On-site; EUR 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

ISISPACE Group in Delft, the Netherlands, is seeking an Electronics Assembly Technician (IPC Soldering) at starter level to join the Manufacturing Assembly, Integration and Testing department.

You will perform high-precision soldering for space subsystems, read drawings and work instructions, and collaborate with engineering, production and quality teams to ensure flight hardware meets space-grade standards while remaining cost-effective. In-house IPC Class 3 training is provided.

Qualifications

• Vocational education in electronics or related field.
• Entry-level position; prior experience is a plus but not required.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documentation in English.
• Willingness to undergo IPC Class 3 space-level soldering training.

Responsibilities

• Perform high-precision soldering of components for space subsystems following IPC Class 3 standards.
• Read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and work instructions to ensure correct assembly.
• Adhere to established procedures to maintain consistency and quality across assemblies.
• Inspect solder joints and assemblies for defects to meet space-grade requirements.
• Collaborate with engineering, production and quality teams to resolve manufacturability issues.

Skills

Fine motor skills

Attention to detail

Reading schematics

English communication

Eagerto learn

Education

Vocational education in electronics

Tools

IPC soldering

Job description

In the fast-growing small satellite market, we are looking for a motivated Electronics Assembly Technician (IPC Soldering) at starter level to join our Manufacturing Assembly, Integration and Testing department. You will be at heart of the manufacturing activities focused on the realisation of electronics subsytems for our missions.

ISISPACE offers a career in soldering, including in-house IPC J-STD-001 training to elevate your skills to the highest industry standards.

You will work closely with multidisciplinary teams - including engineering, production and quality -to produce the subsystems and identify and resolve manufacturability issues early in and during the product lifecycle. This role is crucial for ensuring flight hardware and ground support equipment meet space-grade manufacturing, material, and reliability standards, while being cost effective.

Key Responsibilities Of The Electronics Assembly Technician

• Perform high-precision soldering of components for space subsystems, adhering to strict quality and reliability standards.
• Read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and work instructions to ensure accurate assembly.
• Follow established procedures and work instructions to maintain consistency and compliance with industry standards.
• Inspect solder joints and assemblies for defects, ensuring they meet IPC Class 3 and space- level requirements.
• Collaborate with team members and supervisors to ensure timely completion of tasks and continuous improvement.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workspace in accordance with company and industry safety protocols.

What We Offer

• Career development program for IPC Class 3 soldering standard for space systems, including in-house training program.
• A dynamic and social work environment in a high-tech sector.
• Environment with where craftsmanship counts.

Requirements

Education and Experience

• Vocational education or equivalent experience in electronics, soldering, or a related
• technical field.
• Entry-level position; prior experience is a plus but not required.

Mindset And Skills

• Fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination for precise soldering tasks.
• Eager to learn and develop new skills, with a strong commitment to quality and attention to detail.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documentation and work instructions in English.
• Basic understanding of PCBA (Printed Circuit Board Assembly) is beneficial.
• Planning and organizational skills to manage tasks efficiently.
• Ability to work in a structured and methodical manner.
• Excellent English communication skills.

Preferred Skills

• Familiarity with soldering techniques and tools.
• Basic knowledge of electronics and PCBA processes.
• Willingness to undergo in-house training and certification for IPC Class 3 and space-level soldering standards.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.