Electronics Lab Assembly / Solder Technician

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) match

Paid time off

Job summary

RTX is seeking a skilled assembler with strong micro-soldering and inspection capabilities to support wire harness and cable assembly work. The role involves repairing, replacing, and verifying electrical and mechanical components while following engineering guidance.

The candidate will work under a microscope, read schematics and blueprints, and participate in a secure hiring process. A HS diploma or technical degree and 2+ years of related experience are required; IPC certifications are

Qualifications

• Requires HS Diploma or AA/AS degree (or 2-year post-high school training) with 2+ years of relevant experience.
• Minimum 2 years of micro-soldering of fine pitch SMT components.
• Verification/Inspection experience with applicable standards and documentation.
• IPC 610/IPC 620/IPC J-STD-001 solder certs and related tooling are valued.

Responsibilities

• Micro-soldering under a microscope.
• Quality verification/inspection under a microscope.
• Repair and replacement of damaged wire harnesses and cable assemblies.
• Replace mechanical and electrical components.
• Identify failures and suggest corrective actions.
• Follow verbal/conceptual instructions to produce results.
• Inform management of unresolved or potential issues affecting schedule/quality.
• Support Engineering development and lab assignments.

Skills

Micro-soldering

Quality inspection

Read schematics

Hand tools

IPC certifications

Education

HS Diploma or AA/AS degree

Tools

Microscope

Cutters

Wire strippers

X-acto knives

Electric heat gun

Fixtures (mold & mandrels)

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.

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

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.

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.

Benefits

• Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays.
• Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.
• Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.

The salary range for this role is 41,400 USD - 72,600 USD.

This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.

RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

RTX is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 195,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.