2nd shift SMT Technician

Leidos; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos Defense Systems Sector in Huntsville, AL seeks a 2nd Shift Surface Mount Assembly Technician to operate SMT equipment and assemble PCBA’s, including stencil printers, pick-and-place, reflow, AOI, and X-ray inspection. Reading drawings and following work instructions are required; US citizenship and eligibility for a Secret Clearance are needed.

You will work independently and in teams, performing hand soldering and microscope work to meet daily objectives.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma/GED with 2–4 years of electronics assembly experience.
• Knowledge of SMT processes for PCBA manufacturing.
• Ability to read drawings and follow work instructions.
• U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain/maintain a Secret Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Operate SMT equipment (Stencil Printer, P&P, Reflow, AOI, X-ray) to assemble PCBA’s.
• Handle hand soldering of SMT and Through-hole components.
• Work to meet day-to-day objectives and deliver results.
• Coordinate with teammates across functions and production teams.
• Work under limited supervision and in a team environment.

Skills

SMT experience

Read drawings

Hand soldering

Microscope work

Independent work

Team collaboration

Education

HS Diploma/GED

Tools

Stencil Printer

Solder Paste Inspection

Pick & Place

Reflow Oven

AOI

X-ray

Job description

Description

Looking for an opportunity to make an impact?

At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers’ success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainable. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we do business.

Your greatest work is ahead!

Leidos’ Defense Systems Electronics Manufacturing is seeking a 2nd Shift Surface Mount Assembly Technician to join our team that runs SMT equipment that produce a variety of Printed Circuit Board Assemblies (PCBA’s).

If this sounds like the kind of environment where you can thrive, keep reading!

Leidos Defense Systems Sector / Manufacturing provides a diverse portfolio of systems, solutions, and services covering land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace for customers worldwide. Solutions for Defense include enterprise and mission IT, large-scale intelligence systems, command and control, geospatial and data analytics, cybersecurity, logistics, training, and intelligence analysis and operations support. Our team is solving the world’s toughest security challenges for customers with “can’t fail” missions. To explore and learn more, click here (https://www.leidos.com/company/our-business/defense) !

Primary Responsibilities

• Working knowledge of SMT machines such as: Stencil Printer, Solder Paste Inspection, Pick & Place machine, Reflow Oven, Automated Optical Inspection (AOI), X-ray and hand soldering

• Understanding of different electronics packages such as 0402, 0603, BGA’s and how they are processed on a SMT line

• Experience working under a microscope

• Hand soldering SMT and Through-hole parts

• Works to achieve day-to-day objectives and have significant impact on the work output.

• Works independently under limited supervision

• Work in team environment and interacting with different functions, project teams and productions teams

Basic Qualifications

• HS Diploma/GED and 2-4 years of prior relevant experience.

• Surface Mount Technology experience or related electronics assembly experience

• Knowledge of SMT processes used to build Printed Circuit Board Assemblies

• Ability to read drawings and follow work instructions

• Must be a US Citizen and possess or meet the eligibility to obtain (and be able to maintain) a Secret Clearance

Preferred Experience

• Current or prior certification in IPC-A-610.

• Current or prior certification in J-STD-001.

• Experience on SMT equipment and hand soldering

Original Posting:

August 11, 2026

For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range:

Pay Range $48,100.00 - $86,950.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

About Leidos

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com .

Pay and Benefits

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits .

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. Leidos will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment in accordance with relevant Laws. Leidos is an equal opportunity employer/disability/vet.