Circuit Card Assembly (CCA) Hand Solder Technician - Level 2

Honeywell Aerospace US LLC; Glendale (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability coverage

401(k) match

Paid time off

Job summary

Honeywell Aerospace is seeking a Circuit Card Assembly Hand Solder Technician – Level 2 for on‑site work in Glendale, AZ. This role focuses on fine‑pitch hand soldering, component installation, and rework on CCAs used in aerospace applications, with a microscope, and a soldering assessment during the interview.

You’ll complete formal J‑Std solder training, rely on established work instructions, and report to a supervisor with guidance from a workflow specialist.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of hand soldering experience in electronics manufacturing.
• Must pass a practical soldering assessment during the interview process.

Responsibilities

• Perform precision hand soldering (approximately 90% of daily duties) on circuit card assemblies (CCAs).
• Conduct solder rework, repair, and modification of electronic assemblies to J-STD standards.
• Work under a microscope assembling and soldering miniature electronic components.
• Inspect solder joints and assemblies for workmanship, quality, and compliance requirements.
• Read and interpret assembly drawings, schematics, bills of material, and work instructions.
• Perform self‑inspection using IPC/J-STD workmanship criteria.
• Support testing, troubleshooting, and quality verification activities.
• Maintain accurate production and quality records.

Skills

Hand soldering

Microscope work

Reading schematics

Assembly instructions

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

IPC J-STD-001

IPC-A-610 familiarity

J-Std solder training

Job description

As a Circuit Card Assembly (CCA) Hand Solder Technician - Level 2 at Honeywell, you will spend approximately 90% of your time performing fine-pitch hand soldering, component installation, and rework on circuit card assemblies (CCAs) used in aerospace applications. This position requires advanced soldering skills, the ability to work under a microscope, and successful completion of a hands‑on soldering assessment during the interview process.

In this role, you will be required to complete formal J‑Std solder training. Hand soldering or process equipment experience is recommended. You will rely on work instructions and pre‑established processes to perform the functions of the job and will report to a supervisor with direction from a workflow specialist.

You will report directly to our supervisor and you’ll work out of our Glendale, AZ location on an On‑site work schedule.

Responsibilities

• Perform precision hand soldering (approximately 90% of daily duties) on circuit card assemblies (CCAs).
• Conduct solder rework, repair, and modification of electronic assemblies to J-STD standards.
• Work under a microscope assembling and soldering miniature electronic components.
• Inspect solder joints and assemblies for workmanship, quality, and compliance requirements.
• Read and interpret assembly drawings, schematics, bills of material, and work instructions.
• Perform self‑inspection using IPC/J-STD workmanship criteria.
• Support testing, troubleshooting, and quality verification activities.
• Maintain accurate production and quality records.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of recent hand soldering experience in electronics manufacturing.
• Experience soldering small electronic components, including surface mount (SMT) and through‑hole components.
• Ability to pass a practical soldering assessment during the interview process.
• Ability to work under a microscope for extended periods.
• Must pass vision test; color vision required.
• High School Diploma or GED.

We Value

• IPC J-STD-001 certification or previous J-STD training.
• IPC‑A‑610 familiarity.
• Aerospace, military, medical device, or high‑reliability electronics experience.
• CCA rework and repair experience.

Benefits

Beyond a performance‑driven salary, you'll work alongside dedicated experts on technology that's advancing aviation. As a Honeywell Aerospace employee, you're eligible for a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

Explore your benefits: https://honeywellaerospacebenefits.com/

• Employer‑subsidized medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• Short‑term and long‑term disability coverage
• 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts and health savings accounts
• Employee assistance program and educational assistance
• Parental leave and 12 paid holidays
• Paid time off for vacation, personal and sick time

The application period for the job is estimated to be 40 days from the job posting date; however, this may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. Job Posting Date: September 02, 2026

Must be a US Citizen due to contractual requirements.

About Honeywell

Join a company that's reintroducing itself to the aviation community we've helped advance for more than a century. At Honeywell Aerospace (NASDAQ: HONA), we're launching as an independent, publicly traded aerospace and defense company built on a legacy of operational excellence and mission‑focused execution.

Our new brand identity pairs that heritage with real momentum, as we build technology that helps pilots navigate with confidence, aircraft operate more efficiently, and operators stay ahead of change. With our systems on board 90% of the world's aircraft, your work here has reach that's rare to find anywhere else.

Focusing on our customers, investing in innovation, and building a culture of accountability and performance is how we're shaping what comes next.

Every horizon. Every mission. Every day.

The Business Unit

Honeywell Aerospace Technologies (AT) products and services are found on virtually every commercial, defense, and space aircraft in the world. We build aircraft engines, cockpit and cabin electronics, wireless connectivity systems, mechanical components and more, and connect many of them via our high‑speed Wi‑Fi offerings. Our solutions create healthier air travel, more fuel‑efficient and better‑maintained aircraft, more direct and on‑time flight arrivals, safer skies and airports, and more comfortable flights, along with several innovations and services that reflect exciting and emerging new transportation methods such as autonomous and supersonic flight. Revenues in 2023 for Honeywell Aerospace Technology were $14B and there are approximately 21,000 employees globally.

Honeywell is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, religion, or veteran status.