Electronics Lab Assembly / Solder Technician

RTX (Raytheon); Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 41,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

RTX (Raytheon) in Huntsville, AL seeks an Engineering Support Solder Technician to rework micro-sized components on CCAs and prototype sub-assemblies, using fine pitch SMT soldering under a microscope. You will document work per engineering drawings and participate in testing and repair activities.

The role requires 2+ years of micro-soldering experience, IPC-related skills, and the ability to operate under safety and FOD programs, with on-site work across locations as needed.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or AA/AS with 2+ years of relevant experience.
• Minimum 2 years of micro-soldering fine pitch SMT components.
• Verification/Inspection experience with standards, processes, and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Micro-soldering under a microscope.
• Quality verification/inspection under a microscope.
• Repairing and replacing damaged wire harnesses and cable assemblies.
• Replacing mechanical and electrical components.
• Identifying failures and proposing corrective actions.
• Support to Engineering development teams and lab assignments.

Skills

Micro-soldering

Microscope inspection

Wire harness repair

Soldering verification

Education

HS Diploma or AA/AS degree

Associates Degree in a Technical field

Tools

Soldering iron

Precision multimeter

Microscope

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-09-08

Country: United States of America

Location: US-AL-HUNTSVILLE-315 ~ 315 Bob Heath Dr ~ BOB HEATH

Position Role Type: Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Security Clearance Type: DoD Clearance: Secret

Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required after day 1

At Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling - to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today's mission and stay ahead of tomorrow's threat. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world.

An Engineering Support Solder Technician is primarily responsible to use their fine pitch SMT soldering skills to rework and modify engineering micro-sized components on CCAs and prototype sub-assemblies as well as use other fabrication and test skills to completed assemblies and cable/harness systems per Engineering drawings, schematics, or work instructions. Work includes Engineering prototyping and repair of returned materials.

The successful candidate will demonstrate the skills and knowledge required to effectively and efficiently repair or replace defective Engineering micro-components and wiring to ensure installations meet Engineering conformity. He or she will demonstrate effective cable/harness repair techniques using acceptable practices including splicing, crimping, soldering and pinning of wiring. The candidate will ensure that all work performed is properly and completely documented and ready for use. Verification/Inspection may be required, and candidate will need to be able to identify and document findings per authorizing protocols.

The candidate may also provide on the job recommendations to solve hardware integration issues with mid and upper-level Engineering and Leadership. You will comply with the company's FOD program, tool control program and all safety regulations. You may perform duties at various company locations.

What You Will Do

• Micro-soldering under a microscope
• Quality verification/inspection under a microscope
• Building new, as well as identifying, repairing, and replacing damage to wire harnesses and cable assemblies
• Replacing mechanical and electrical components
• Recognizing failures and isolating problems and suggesting appropriate corrective action
• Work from verbal instructions and conceptual ideas to achieve a desired output
• Keeping management appraised of all unresolved and/or potential problems that would negatively affect schedules or quality
• Providing support to the Engineering development team on all assignments and supporting other lab assignments within our department

Qualifications You Must Have

• HS Diploma or AA/AS degree (or other 2-year post high school training) with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience
• A minimum of 2 years of micro-soldering fine pitch SMT components
• Verification/Inspection experience with associated standards, processes, and documentation

Qualifications We Value

• IPC 610 certification.
• IPC 620 certification.
• IPC J-STD-001 solder certification.
• Associates Degree in a Technical field.
• Recent experience using hand tools such as cutters, wire strippers, X-acto knives, electric heat gun, and fixtures such as mold and mandrels.
• Work experience with mechanical standards, processes, and documentation.
• Experience with solder associated standards, processes, and documentation.
• Experience with quality standards, processes, and documentation.
• Experience working within an Engineering Technical Support Environment.
• Ability to read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence, memos, schematics, detailed electronic blueprints, and other similar authorized drawings and documents.
• CCA manufacturing experience.
• Fabrication Standards, Processes, and Documentation.
• Ability to fabricate special tooling to complete one-of-a-kind tasking.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.

The salary range for this role is 41,400 USD - 72,600 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term d